Last week, Steve Appelbaum, General Manager attended the Kia National Dealer Meeting in Las Vegas. This annual event gives dealers a firsthand look at new vehicles and insights from corporate leadership.  What new and exciting things does Kia have on the horizon? Here are Steve’s thoughts: 2023 Telluride – Refreshed and improved with new X-Pro trim is…
Kia’s ever-expanding lineup of hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric vehicles makes it easy to save money at the pump. Niro Hybrid— Modern hybrid technology with a sleek new look, bringing the efficiency of a hybrid to a fun-to-drive crossover. (50 combined MPG) Niro PHEV–Plug into a drive that bridges the gap between hybrid and fully…
New Kia inventory is at its lowest in 15 months and Kia Certified Pre-owned (CPO) vehicles are filling the inventory gap for both us and our customers.  We are getting inventory every week, but not enough to satisfy all requests. This demand is making it difficult for customers to find and drive the vehicles they…
Goodbye, 2021 We look forward to saying goodbye to 2021 and hello to 2022. It’s an annual rite of passage. This year was marked by industry-wide inventory shortages.  We faced challenges in both service and sales. It’s difficult to repair cars when you can’t get the parts and it’s difficult to sell cars when your…
Kia offers three distinct Niro models. 2021 Kia Niro Hybrid 2021 Kia Niro PHEV 2020 Kia Niro EV The Niro comes in a trio of engine options. What is the difference between a hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric vehicle? A hybrid vehicle is a gas-first engine. The lithium-ion battery is charged by the operation of…
Kia has turned heads at the 2019 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) which is being held April 10-28. NYIAS is the nation’s largest and oldest auto show dating back to 1900. Nearly, 1000 cars and trucks are being showcased, as well as, automotive trends and innovation. Kia is spotlighting a special edition Kia Stinger…
Kia and Earth Day Earth Day, held annually on April 22 is celebrated in 193 countries to promote environmental awareness and protection of the planet. Kia Motors is recognized as a leading green brand globally for its long-standing commitment to the environment. Kia Motors and its sister company Hyundai Motor manufacture a broad selection of…
It is awards season in the automotive industry and Kia models are winning big at the industry’s top automotive shows and in the automotive press. These awards are an important recognition of the high quality of Kia vehicles—design, engineering, and safety. Best in Show, 2019 Detroit Auto Show, Cars.com 2020 Kia Telluride “After a day…
It is time to cash in on a year-end, best car deal. There are a few recognized holidays for scoring a great deal on a new car, but none of them compare the final week of the year. Discounts can fluctuate from month-to-month due to manufacturer rebates and dealer incentives. There is unanimous agreement, however,…
