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Nothing says winter is right around the corner like Daylight Savings. While that extra hour of sleep was nice, the early darkness is a little bit more difficult to get used to. If you live in Plattsburgh, NY; Burlington, VT; Lake Placid, Malone, or Queensbury, NY, you’re probably driving home from work while the sun is almost down, or even worse, completely gone. The dark commute home may take some getting used to, which is why DELLA Kia has six tips for safe driving in the dark. Avoid Lighting Distractions: Lighting distractions can momentarily blind or compromise your forward vision, and as we all know, it only takes a split second for an accident to happen. Try to avoid looking at oncoming headlights and keep your instrument panel and dashboard lights dim. Scan the Road: When the sun goes down, our depth perception is less accurate. Trying not to focus on a single point while driving will help this, as well as prevent your eyes from becoming dry and tired from concentrating. Aim Headlights: Believe it or not, your headlights could be aligned incorrectly. Aiming them properly will allow you to see directly in front of you and avoid blinding other drivers. Leave Some Room: We know you’re in a rush to get home, but it’s always a good idea to leave a little extra room this time of year. You might be a pro at driving at night, but the person in front of you may not be so skilled. Your distance will allow extra braking time if they don’t see something until last minute or an animal jumps out in the road. Clean Your Windshield: While your windshield might look pretty clean during the day, but once the sun goes down, any smudges or streaks can rear their ugly head. This adds to the glare of oncoming headlights and visibility issues, so be sure to wipe the inside of your windshield. We suggest using newspaper! Take a Nap: This is by far our favorite suggestion! While it’s only an hour difference, the time change can throw off your body’s circadian rhythm. If you are feeling tired, find a safe place to park and take a quick snooze before getting on the road. Dee, Sarah. "6 Tips for Driving Safely in the Dark." Autoblog. N.p., 02 Nov. 2016. Web. 08 Nov. 2016. < http://www.autoblog.com/2016/11/02/6-tips-for-driving-safely-in-the-dark/ >.

If you’re an avid BuzzFeed subscriber, you’ve probably met “The Try Guys.” This foursome will try just about anything, so we don’t have to. Their latest venture was “The Try Guys Try Distracted Driving,” in which they attempted to steer clear of distractions on a chaotic course filled with diversions like text messages, friends, kittens, and clowns! To battle these outside interruptions, The Try Guys entrusted their safety to the 2017 Kia Forte. Stop by DELLA Kia to learn about all the available safety features on the Forte like Blind Spot Detection System, with Lane Change Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Lane Departure Warning System, Lane Keep Assist System, Forward Collision Warning System, and Autonomous Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection. And remember, no matter how safe your vehicle is, you should always maintain your focus on the road! sp;

With elegant design and premium comfort and convenience, it’s hard to imagine the 2017 Kia Sedona getting any better. But when you throw in a Top Safety Pick+ rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), it makes it a truly unbeatable minivan. This year, the Sedona is offered with available Autonomous Emergency Braking, which helps avoid forward collisions. If there is an impending forward collision, your vehicle will warn you to brake, and if you don’t, it will apply the brakes for you. The addition of this technology has boosted the safety rating from “basic” to “superior.” “Buyers often place safety at the top of their list when shopping for a new minivan,” said Orth Hedrick, vice president, product planning KMA. “The IIHS is a highly respected safety authority and we see the 2017 Sedona’s TSP+ rating as validation of Kia’s dedication to its customers and to the continuous efforts to build better and safer vehicles.” 2017 KIA SEDONA EARNS 2016 TOP SAFETY PICK+, HIGHEST POSSIBLE SAFETY RATING FROM THE INSURANCE INSTITUTE FOR HIGHWAY SAFETY. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 Oct. 2016. < http://www.kiamedia.com/us/en/media/pressreleases/11746/2017-kia-sedona-earns-2016-top-safety-pick-highest-possible-safety-rating-from-the-insurance-institu >.