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It sounds too good to be true, but there is such a thing as free BMW tire replacement. It's BMW's new Road Hazard Tire Coverage. Here's our BMW of Sioux Falls team's quick rundown of the program and its benefits.

BMW Road Hazard Tire Coverage

BMW Road Hazard Tire Coverage offers tire replacement up to $600. The program covers tires that fail as a result of punctures or bruising from nails, glass and potholes on city- and state-supervised roads. To get new tires, you have to bring the failed tires to a BMW Tire center or…

A recall refers to a manufacturer's callback. It can also mean the regulation and safety authority states that a vehicle poses risks to other road users and fails to meet the bare minimum standards.

The manufacturers are mandated to fix the problem, or replace the vehicle model users may experience difficulties.

Recall process

Reporting the problem

The driver first reports the problem to the safety and regulation authority. The complaint is then recorded in the database for future reference. If they receive similar reports from different people, an investigation is opened.

Smelling rubber while driving could indicate a flat tire. If a tire goes flat, you need to find out some. Sometimes, the pressure dropped low due to a small hole. Checking the tire pressure could have given a heads up. And what about checking the treads? Driving on worn treads could lead to a dire safety risk. Here is some news: checking air pressure and treads isn’t difficult.

An air pressure gauge reveals a tire’s psi. If the psi is lower or higher than the tire manufacturer’s recommendation, add or let out some air. Please keep checking…

What Happens To A Battery In Extreme Temperatures 

The typical lead-acid batteries that are in our vehicles weren't designed to thrive in extreme temperatures. Read below to learn more about how high and low temperatures affect your battery.

High Temperatures = Reduced Battery Life

The battery may give off more power when it is extremely hot, but it will also lose some of its lead-acid due to evaporation and expansion. 

That's why it's important to park in shaded areas and avoid driving in hot temperatures if possible.

Low Temperatures = Reduced Power

If you're a car owner, our team at BMW of Sioux Falls wants to help you keep it in good condition. Not only are oil changes and other mechanical services essential for extending the life of your vehicle and retaining its value, it's also necessary to keep the exterior in optimal shape. Waxing your vehicle is an important part of maintaining your vehicles exterior paint because it creates a shield between the paint and elements that can cause damage to the coat.

What is car wax? It's a combination of solvents, oils, and waxes that can come…

You may not have given much thought to gaskets and the role they play in your cars performance. BMW of Sioux Falls thinks that all drivers should know more about these vital automotive parts.

100 or more gaskets can be found on most car and truck models. Each of these small, thin parts is performing a crucial job. Gaskets are placed between parts on a car to create an air-tight seal. They prevent foreign matter and air from getting into a vehicle, and they also prevent important lubricants from escaping. Your car's engine has multiple gaskets, and they are…

When you get a flat on the road, you may begin to worry. However, you can put those worries aside if you know how to replace a flat tire. Here is how you can replace your flat tire in a few minutes.

The first thing that you will want to do is move to the side of the road. Once you are in a safe away, away from traffic, get out of the car and get the tools that you will need. Your tools will be included with the spare tire in the truck. You will want to use the…

No driver wants to deal with a car suffering from mechanical failures or other operational problems. Getting stuck on the road miles from home is not a joy, and it comes with serious risks. Calling for help doesn't automatically eliminate any problems. After all, it takes time for a tow truck to arrive. Will you be safe during that time? The very least, keep the doors locked.

Driving at night comes with additional risks. Properly maintaining your car's headlamps and other lights, such as brake lights and turn signals could cut down on accidents in Sioux Falls and…

When you go out on the road, you surely want to feel safe. Hoping the car works as expected calms nerves. You'll likely get your tires and brakes checked to make sure the parts perform as expected. What about your windshield wiper blades, though? If blades are in bad condition, you might not be able to see the road once the weather turns sour. That's not good.

Wiper blades are not made from the magical material. Rubber does the job, or at least it will until breaking down. And it will break down. The sun's rays do…

You wanted the best experience in car ownership, so you went with a BMW. BMW does produce numerous great vehicles, but it is up to the owner to care for the car. BMW does help thanks to its service and maintenance programs.

Taking care of the car's tires can be more challenging than initially thought. Tires do deal with a lot of external stress, such as weather and road conditions. By taking advantage of "BMW Approved Tires," you can get the right match for your model.