"Be Sure to Check Before Vacation"...Automotive Industry Launches Summer Free Inspection Service

[Asia Economy Reporter Kiho Sung] As the summer vacation season with many long-distance drives approaches, major automobile companies are launching free inspection services.

According to the Korea Automobile Manufacturers Association on the 18th, Hyundai Motor operates services at 22 directly managed service centers and 1,369 Blue Hands centers, Kia Motors at 18 directly managed service centers and 798 Auto Q maintenance partners, GM Korea at 9 directly managed service centers, Renault Samsung at 12 directly managed service centers, and SsangYong Motor at 2 directly managed service centers.

From the 22nd to the 24th, the 'Summer Vacation Season Free Vehicle Inspection Service' will be available for three days from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Customers can have their engine, air conditioning, braking system, tire air pressure and wear condition, coolant and various oils, wipers, and fuses checked?items necessary for long-distance driving during the vacation season. After the free inspection, consumable parts such as fuses will be provided free of charge if needed.

Volvo Car Korea will also conduct a free inspection campaign through 27 service centers nationwide until the 12th of next month. Using the Swedish word for summer, Sommar, the campaign is named 'Service by Volvo-Sommar 2020.'

During the campaign period, customers visiting service centers can receive a free inspection of 15 summer-specific check items along with diagnostics using Volvo's dedicated diagnostic device, VIDA. This includes checking wiper blades, brake pads, wheel and tire damage, and battery condition.

Discounts are also offered when replacing consumables. Customers receive a 10% parts discount for each of engine oil, air conditioning filter, and wiper blade replacements, and a 20% discount when all three items are replaced together. When replacing air conditioning-related parts, a 10% discount is provided along with free refrigerant gas refilling.

SsangYong Motor is conducting a ‘Special Maintenance Service for Flood-Damaged Vehicles’ campaign until the end of October. Regional flood-damaged vehicle service teams are organized and operated within the nationwide service network, with dedicated workshops established to provide special maintenance services. Vehicles without comprehensive insurance receive a 30% discount on total repair costs (including labor).

When a disaster or calamity area is declared, the company coordinates with local authorities to organize dedicated service teams in nearby service networks, providing emergency dispatch and free inspections for flood-damaged vehicles. Consumable parts are replaced free of charge, and emergency start services are provided if necessary.

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