Road Trip - North Texas HyundaiTemperatures are about to start climbing in Texas. School is out and summer is just beginning. You know what means…road trip! Gearing up for a road trip is a ton of fun and one of the best parts of the year. One way to get ready for your epic excursion is to watch some great road trip movies.

Our good friends over at Blockbuster put together a pretty cool infographic that details some of the best movies ever made about road trip. Not surprisingly, “The Muppet Movie” and “Pee Wee’s Big Adventure” made the list.

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Used Cars Dallas - Hyundai FactoryWe love new and used Hyundais – and can’t get enough information about the evolution of the company. The talented graphic artists from Grundini.com put together an excellent infographic that details several cool facts.

Hyundai is the only car vehicle manufacturer that provides a 5-year warranty across every vehicle and we’re proud to have the largest car factory in the world. We are the fifth biggest car manufacturer in the world and also the fastest growing.

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Hyundai Bluetooth - North Texas Hyundai in DallasBluetooth technology is one of the coolest innovations that come equipped with almost every new car on the road. Connecting your phone via Bluetooth isn’t difficult at all, but could get tricky for first time users. This step-by step guide will walk you through exactly how to sync your device.

First, turn on your cell phone. Then, start you car.  While keeping your car parked, follow the next steps.

1. Turn on your radio and adjust the volume to comfortable level.

2. Press the button labeled “Talk” on the steering wheel. Hold the button until the radio screen reads “Listening” and emits the sound of a beep.

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Hyundai DallasHyundai was originally started way back in 1947 as a construction company. The Hyundai transformation has been going strong since the middle of the 20th century. The rise in overseas vehicle manufacturing of late has allowed people across the world to experience the advantages of driving a Hyundai.

Vehicles made by Hyundai can be found across the globe. Currently, you can buy a Hyundai in 193 countries from one of over 6,000 car dealers. Our popularity continues to rise with each passing year. From 2010 to 2011, Hyundai’s operating profit increased by over 35%.

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Car Wash Essentials - North Texas HyundaiNothing can replicate the feeling of driving around in a freshly washed car. A bright, shiny exterior and a clean interior just put a smile on the face of every driver. Some people enjoy taking their car to the local car wash, but many others prefer the do-it-yourself approach.

This blog will explain which supplies you need to execute a professional-grade car wash from your very own home.

First things first, you need a dirty car – the dirtier the better (not really, but it is more fun after a muddy adventure).

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Ever been driving when traffic seems to slow down for no apparent reason? Scientists have studied this phenomenon actually and their findings might surprise you. At some point, every driver has encountered a traffic crawl or all-out traffic stop on a highway.

When a driver reduces speed on a highway from 60 mph to 50 mph, a chain reaction begins. As the first driver slows down to 50 mph, subsequent drivers will slow to 45 mph to maintain a safe distance. As drivers farther back notice brake lights, they will also slow down to compensate for the upcoming congestion.

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During the holidays, numerous people will take to the streets making their way to see friends and family. If you don’t stick to a strict schedule, you could find yourself in a rush to get over the river and through the woods.

One thing you definitely don’t want to do this holiday: drive above posted speed limits. If you’re caught speeding, a hefty ticket could come your way.

Speeding tickets are nothing new. In fact, the first speeding ticket was issued in 1879, when two men were fined for riding their horses at high speeds in Seattle. Shortly after, the first traffic light was put in place in jolly old England. The light used red and green lanterns to help pedestrian and buggy traffic flow more efficiently.

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As cold fronts begin to move across North Texas, more and more people will feel the need to warm up their vehicle before driving. The appeal is understandable. Starting your day by hopping into a freezing car could leave you grumpy or downtrodden.

However, warming up your vehicle by idling can cause significant damage to the vehicle’s engine and result in an increase of harmful emissions.

Engine Wear on a Cold Day

Unbeknownst to many, driving will actually warm up an engine faster and more efficiently than an engine in idle. Many vehicles will soon come equipped with features which allow people to warm or cool their interior without putting their engine into idle.

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Keeping your kids safe in a moving vehicleIt’s a parent’s responsibility to maintain the safety of their child, especially in a moving vehicle. Over the years, technology has progressed to make safer vehicles and also safer car seats. Check out this interesting infographic (courtesy of carinsurance.org) that will point out exactly how children’s car seats have changed over the years. Did you know that car crashes are the #1 killer of children ages 1-12 years old? Of those who died while restrained 80-95% of cases reported misuse of the child safety seat. There is a shocking number of safety seats that are misused or installed improperly.

Once you read this infographic, you will have a solid understanding of what age children should be in what type of safety seat, how safety seats have evolved and the importance of restraint in a moving vehicle.

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Hyundai's Adjusts Fuel Economy on Select VehiclesHyundai Motor America and Kia Motors America announced on November 2nd, 2012 that, following discussions with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), they’re adjusting the fuel economy ratings for approximately 35% of 2011-2013 model year vehicles sold through October 31, 2012.

Errors at the automaker’s joint testing operation in Korea resulted in incorrect fuel economy rating for select vehicle lines. The average affected vehicle’s rating was reduced by 3%. Meaning that at car with 27 MPG is actually 26 MPG. continue reading…