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Fitting car care into your busy schedule can be tough, but it's imperative if you want to keep your vehicle running smoothly. Here are some clues that it's time to go ahead and make a maintenance appointment and why you should always take your Hyundai to a trusted local Hyundai dealership for service. 3 Warning Signs Your Vehicle Needs a Maintenance Appointment 1. One or More of Your Dashboard Warning Lights Are On When you start your car, your dashboard warning lights will turn on and off for a moment to let you know they're working. If any of these lights stay on, however, this could indicate a problem with that component or system. more 2. Your Gas Mileage Has Gone Downhill If you feel like you once got more miles per gallon than you do now, you're probably not imagining it. Over time, as motor vehicles experience wear and tears, they tend to require more fuel. This decreased efficiency can be a clear sign it's time to make an appointment to check for issues like: Clogged fuel injectors Worn-out engine air and fuel filters A damaged oxygen sensor Deteriorated piston rings A malfunctioning ignition system 3. You've Driven Your Car a Few Thousand Miles Since Your Last Service Typically, a car will need maintenance every 3,000 or so miles. If you've driven this amount or more since your last service, your car is ready for another. This keeps your engine oil clean and can help you identify potential issues to fix before they get worse. 3 Reasons to Have Your Service at a Hyundai Dealership 1. Manufacturer-Trained Mechanics A dealership generally employs factory-trained mechanics who have extensive experience working with Hyundai models. They also typically receive continuing education to make sure they have the latest knowledge and skills in their field. 2. Specialized Tools and Equipment Dealerships also have sophisticated tools that are specially made for Hyundai cars. For example, mechanics can use a handheld computer to perform advanced engine diagnostics to quickly assess what might be going wrong with a vehicle and how to address it. 3. Personal Service With a local dealer, you can get to know the people who are working on your car on a more personal level. This makes staying on top of routine maintenance and getting answers to your important questions easier than ever before. If your car is making noises or there are other clues it's time for maintenance, don't wait to get in touch. Contact us at Randy Wise Hyundai in Flint, MI today to schedule an appointment. Our vehicle service department is open six days a week and is located on Lennon Rd, just East of Hibachi Buffet.

Take a look at the 2025 Hyundai Elantra, and you'll see that it's not an ordinary compact sedan. Its edgy and aerodynamic design is just the tip of the Elantra's future-forward iceberg, however. With driver assistance features that help you detect and respond to your surroundings, plus tech features that put convenience at your fingertips, the Elantra brings the future into the present. Meet the 2025 Hyundai Elantra Featuring sharp lines and LED projector headlights and Daytime Running Lights, the Elantra's style is inspired by the future, but made for now. Inside, its gauge cluster is clear and easy to read, with a standard 4.2-inch color LCD that shows information like outside temperature and fuel economy. Both rows of comfortable seating offer plenty of room for five passengers, and the trunk gives you 14.2 cubic feet of space for luggage, groceries, and gear. The Elantra is available in five trims with a range of comfort and tech features. Four of those trims come with an efficient 147-horsepower 2.0-liter engine. Paired to a Smartstream Intelligent Variable Transmission, this engine achieves up to an EPA-estimated 41 MPG on the highway. The N Line trim is the performance Elantra, featuring a multi-link rear suspension and a 201-horsepower, 1.6-liter turbo engine, with highway efficiency of 35 MPG. more Tomorrow's Tech Available Now With every Elantra, you'll control your audio system using a convenient touchscreen infotainment display. An 8-inch touchscreen is standard, while some models come with a 10.25-inch touchscreen with navigation. Both systems connect to your compatible smartphone using Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, so you can interact with your phone's apps, view driving directions, or play your favorite music. Standard on SEL Convenience, Limited, and N Line trims, Bluelink+ takes connected convenience to the next level. This service includes automatic emergency assistance if your airbags deploy, stolen vehicle recovery assistance, and curfews and geofences for teens or guest drivers. It can also help you get on the road faster, with remote start and remote car finder features available in the Bluelink app. Original Elantra owners get Bluelink+ at no extra cost for as long as they own their vehicle. Comprehensive Driver Assistance Danger can arise from anywhere when you're on the road, so Elantra comes with a long list of standard driver assistance features to detect other vehicles in front of, behind, or to the side of your car. For example, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist looks out for vehicles and pedestrians in the road ahead, then warns you if there's an increased risk of collision. If you don't react to the warning, the system can even apply the brakes automatically. Do you want to learn more about the Elantra’s exciting tech and driver assistance features? To experience it for yourself, get in touch with our sales team at Randy Wise Hyundai in Flint, MI, to schedule your test drive.