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No one really enjoys having to pay for gas, but its one of those necessary evils if you want to drive a car.  Since you have to pay for it anyway, why not get rewarded for it?  This is where gas credit cards come into play.  They reward you in one way or another every time you us it at the pump.  Since there are so many to choose from, your Ft Bliss area Kia dealership is recommending two of the best gas credit cards for 2015 with good benefits and rewards. PenFed Platinum Rewards Visa Card PenFed uses a point system for purchase rewards.  For every dollar you spend on gas with the PenFed Visa, you get rewarded five points.  These points can be redeemed for cash back, but you can also use them for airline travel, hotels, select merchandise and car rentals.  Three points are earned per dollar spent at supermarkets, and one point for all other purchases.  What's nice about this card is the flexibility.  Many other cards give strictly cash back bonuses or are very selective with their reward system.  The PenFed Platinum has an introductory rate of 0% for the first 18 months for any balance transfers. American Express Blue Cash Preferred Card This card gives you many ways besides gas to get cash back. Earn 3% cash back at all U.S. gas stations and certain U.S. Department stores.  When you use the card at U.S. supermarkets you can earn 6% back on up to $6000 worth of purchases. All other purchases give you 1% cash back. It has a 05 Intro APR and balances transfers for the first 15 months.

Of course when you buy a new vehicle you are going to want to do whatever you can to make it last as long as possible, or at least that’s how it should be. Extend the life of your vehicle with some advice from your El Paso area Kia dealer. Knowing Your Vehicle The better you know your vehicle the better you can take care of it. Educate yourself about all of your vehicle’s parts and components, and every feature that is available to you. You can do this by reading the owner’s manual, and by really paying attention to your vehicle while driving it. Keep the owner’s manual in your glove compartment for easy and quick reference should you need it. This will all help to ensure that you know what’s going on if something goes wrong with your vehicle. Maintaining Your Vehicle It is no secret that if you don’t properly maintain your vehicle it is not going to last very long. The better you maintain your vehicle the longer it will last. It’s crucial that you keep up with regular tune ups and oil changes. Always check on your tires, including their pressure and their condition. Rotate them as recommended. Keep an eye on the air filter, belts and hoses, the battery, and the spark plugs. Make sure your brakes don’t need servicing. Keep your vehicle clean and organized.

Brakes do not last forever, and at some point they will probably need to be replaced. The trick is learning how to recognize the warning signs, and knowing when to get the job done. Our Alamogordo area Kia dealer is urging you to keep an eye on your brakes. Check Them by Yourself Most people don’t even realize that they can easily check the condition of their brakes by themselves. You can actually see the brake pads right through your wheels. All you have to do is look through the spaces on the spokes of the wheels. Take a look at the brake pads, noticing how much of them are left. If it seems like there is not much left, then it is probably time to have them replaced. Warning Signs Other warning signs that you need to have your brakes replaced include strange noises and/or sensations. A classic sign is squeaking or screeching noises when you apply your brakes. Sometimes immediately following a rainstorm your brakes will be wet and may temporarily squeak, so keep that in mind. It is the noises that don’t go away that should concern you. Other classic signs of trouble are any strange feelings or sensations when you apply your brakes. This would include vibrating, grinding, pulling, or fading. Regardless of which warning signs your brakes give you, you should definitely pay attention to them and get the problem taken care of as soon as possible.