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The 2024 VW Golf GTI: 4 Features Drivers Love

The Golf, available at your Volkswagen dealer, is one of the few vehicles on the market to have been in production for over four decades, and it has never lost sight of its original goal. This four-door hatchback has plenty of head and shoulder room, with good cargo space behind the rear seat. The interior is packed with gadgets like the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro that make the 2024 VW Golf GTI a dream to drive.

4 Things Drivers Love on the 2024 VW Golf Available at Your Volkswagen Dealer

1. Turbocharged Horsepower

This four-door hatchback flies down the road with a robust turbocharged 2.0L TSI engine. The powerful four-cylinder engine delivers 241 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of maximum torque. You’ll find that this snappy powertrain is paired with either a 7-speed DSG auto transmission or a 6-speed manual, depending on your preferences.

2. Infotainment and Connectivity

The 8-inch multicolor touchscreen inside the Golf is bright, with high-definition graphics. The intuitive infotainment system is easy to use and boasts Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. Connect your smartphone device, and you can easily stream your favorite music, pull up directions on your preferred map system, make hands-free calls, and much more.

This hatchback features four USB-C ports, making it easy to keep everyone’s devices charged while you are on your next road trip. There are two data ports in the front and two charging ports in the back for easy access.

3. Volkswagen Digital Cockpit

Customize your driving experience with the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro. This system features a configurable digital instrument display that spans 10.25 inches. The display is bright and easy to read at a glance with its customized setup that puts your driving information exactly where you want it.

The iconic honeycomb design of the display is striking. Additionally, you’ll find that the Digital Sport Layout Guages provide you access to real-time performance stats, including your torque output and a g-force meter.

4. Dynamic Road Sign Display

If you are looking for a hatchback that can double as your co-pilot, you need the Golf with its available Dynamic Road Sign Display system. The Dynamic Road Sign Display feature watches the road for traffic signs, including speed limits. The display provides warnings for restricted traffic zones, speed limit changes, and more. This lets you keep your eyes on the road ahead while the car helps you track changing road conditions.

Unexpected repairs can be costly and stressful, so make sure you have the best protection and warranty possible on your next vehicle. Call us at DeMontrond Volkswagen in Houston, TX, to ask us about our Warranty Forever and how you can get a lifetime warranty on your next family vehicle.

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Is Your Kia Due For A Brake Service? 5 Signs

Cars have a knack for letting their owners know when it’s time for a check-up at the local dealer. When your car needs brake service, you’ll realize there’s a problem. Head to your local Kia dealer, whenever problems with the braking system arise, as fixing issues quickly, makes sure you stay as safe as possible while driving.

Is Your Kia Due For A Brake Service? 5 Signs

1. It’s Been A Year Since You Visited The Kia Dealer For Service

If your braking system hasn’t been checked over by a mechanic at your local dealership in at least a year, then it’s time for your next check-up. Even if your braking system seems fine, you’ll need to get it checked out to make sure it stays that way.

2. It’s Getting Noisy When You Brake

Do your brakes seem to make noise when they’re used? That’s a sign you need to get a brake pad replacement. When your brake pads need to be replaced, the metal brake pad wear indicator in them will scrape against your rotors and make a high-pitched sound. This is usually a prompt repair, but it can take a little longer if your brake pads are so worn down that they’re making a grinding noise when you step on the brake pedal.

3. It’s Feeling Different When You Step On The Brake Pedal

Any seasoned driver will know exactly what it feels like to step on a typical brake pedal. If things are feeling a little different when you step on the pedal, then there’s an issue that needs to be seen too quickly. Your brake pedal might feel spongy, it may take more effort to apply the brakes, or the brake pedal might feel like it’s sitting low. You may also feel a lack of resistance when you step on the brake pedal.

4. It’s Taking Longer To Fully Stop The Car

Seasoned drivers also know how long it typically takes their car to stop when the brake pedal is applied. If your car takes a few seconds longer to stop than usual, or if you need to press down on the pedal harder than usual to brake, then you know something is wrong, and your brakes need service ASAP.

5. It’s Causing Your Car To Pull To One Side When You Brake

Is braking making your car pull to one side? This almost always means your brake pads are wearing unevenly or that there’s some debris in your brake fluid. Visit the dealer for service at once. Both of these problems are typically very easy to fix.

Come get your braking system checked at least once a year at DeMontrond Kia in Houston, Texas. 

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The Volkswagen Atlas enters the 2024 model year with updates that make it an even more compelling choice for families. From refreshed styling to new convenience features, this three-row SUV has a lot to love. Head over to the VW dealership and check out these amazing features of the 2024 VW Atlas.

From Your VW Dealership: 6 Things to Love About the 2024 VW Atlas

1. Exterior Design Updates

The 2024 Atlas features stunning exterior upgrades that elevate its style and appearance. It gets a sharper look courtesy of the new standard LED lighting in the front and rear. Across the lineup, fresh wheel designs provide style, including 21-inch wheels on R-Line trims for a truly bold presence. The front fascia is all new as well, with revised grilles and sportier lines.

2. Powerful Engine

Under the hood of the 2024 Atlas is an upgraded 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produces 269 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque. This powerful engine comes standard in all models and is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission to optimize efficiency. For daily commutes, users can opt for the front-wheel drivetrain, while adventure lovers can go for the all-wheel drive system that tackles rough terrain smoothly.

3. Four Well-Equipped Trims

The 2024 Atlas is offered in four main trims: SE, SE with Technology, SEL, and SEL Premium R-Line. Despite being the most affordable, the Base SE comes nicely equipped with a 12-inch touchscreen display, heated front seats, and adaptive cruise control, among other features. Moving up to the SE with Technology adds extras like a hands-free liftgate, surround-view cameras, and 20-inch wheels.

The SEL brings leather upholstery, a panoramic sunroof, and standard AWD. Topping the range, the SEL Premium R-Line features 21-inch wheels, R-Line body styling, perforated leather sports seats, and Harman Kordon premium audio.

4. Spacious, Family-Friendly Cabin

Inside, the 2024 Atlas boasts a spacious, family-friendly cabin. There is abundant passenger space across the three rows, accommodating both large and small families. Conveniences like child seat anchors, three-zone climate control, heated rear seats, USB ports, and ample storage compartments come in handy. Cargo capacity is an ample 96.8 cubic feet with the rear seats folded flat, allowing you to haul gear for family trips.

5. Intuitive Infotainment Technology

An all-new 12-inch touchscreen headlines this SUV’s infotainment system with standard support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Users also get Bluetooth connectivity, voice commands, satellite radio, Wi-Fi capability, and available navigation. Rear-seat entertainment prep allows for two screens to be installed in the back for rear passengers to enjoy entertainment on the go.

6. Cutting-Edge Driver Assistance Features

The 2024 Atlas prioritizes safety with its suite of high-tech driver assistance features. Standard tech includes forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control. Atlas models also come with VW’s Travel Assist, which combines the various safety systems for assisted acceleration, braking, and steering.

These features make the 2024 Atlas a top choice in the three-row SUV segment. Visit DeMontrond Volkswagen in Houston, TX to test-drive the 2024 Atlas, and we bet you will love it!

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Looking for a sporty compact sedan that works for daily commuting, long road trips, and everything in between? The 2024 Kia Forte may be the perfect vehicle for you. Sharp styling, ample standard features, and superior performance are hallmarks of the Forte, available now at your local Kia dealer.

Top Performance Highlights Of The 2024 Kia Forte At Your Kia Dealer

Horsepower You Can Count On

Most trim levels of the Forte are equipped with a 2-liter inline four-cylinder engine that offers 147 horsepower. That engine pairs with a standard continuously variable automatic transmission. The more powerful GT versions get a turbocharged 1.6-liter inline four-cylinder engine that ups your horsepower up to 201. The GT versions operate on either a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic or a six-speed manual transmission.

This fuel-efficient sedan gets an EPA-estimated combined rating of 34 miles per gallon with the base engine. GT models that incorporate the manual transmission get a combined 26 miles per gallon.

Plenty Of Features

This five-passenger sedan is equipped with all the basic features you need as well as a stylish one that will impress. The front seats can be manually adjusted in six different ways, and each model comes with a 4.2-inch instrument display and a separate touchscreen infotainment display. A sunroof and heated and ventilated front seats are available as options.

Room For Cargo

The trunk of the Forte has 15.3 cubic feet of available cargo space, which is enough for plenty of luggage and gear. The available hands-free power trunk is a handy option for loading and unloading when your arms are full. The second row of seating is split, making it easy to expand the trunk space as needed depending on your hauling needs. A roof rack is available as an accessory and can increase the vehicle’s cargo capacity.

Onboard Technology That Makes Life Easy

The Forte employs technology features that help take the stress out of driving. An available Voice-Command Navigation system provides directions and displays what’s ahead on a 10.25-inch touchscreen, and an available center console wireless charging pad ensures that you stay powered up. An available Smart Key offers an easy Push Button Start and Remote Start.

All versions of the Forte also come equipped with a rear-view monitor that shows a live image of what’s behind your vehicle each time you shift into reverse.

Safety On The Road

This sedan is equipped with front and side airbags, an anti-lock braking system, and a host of technology-driven features that help safely pilot the vehicle. Forward collision warning with automated emergency braking and lane-departure warning with lane keep assist both come standard. Adaptive cruise control with lane-following is available.

The Kia Forte has many appealing features. When you’re ready to test drive this sedan, come see us at DeMontrond Kia in Houston, TX.