Kia Georgia is the only Kia manufacturing plant in the U.S. and the only automaker in Georgia. The plant covers 2,200 acres with a total investment of $1.8 Billion. The plant manufactures four bestselling Kia models: the Telluride, Sorento, Sportage, and K5. Kia Georgia produces 340,000 vehicles a year, operating three shifts, 24 hours a…
See below for the latest Kia News Factoids. In the midst of a pandemic, historic inflation, surging fuel prices, and Russian aggression; Kia America is still moving forward. Still considered by many a “challenger” brand, they are setting the pace for growth and product development across the US and the world. Kia is the first…
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’s Groundbreaking Moves Kia took three bold steps towards its all-electric future with three groundbreaking moves this week. Attendees at the Los Angeles Auto Show and AutoMobility LA were stunned by the brand’s latest achievements. The introduction of the EV9 all-electric SUV concept offers insights into future directions and embodies a commitment to sustainability. Kia’s…
The 5th generation 2023 Kia Sportage represents a significant change. The Sportage is Kia’s oldest nameplate. Developed as part of Kia’s new global brand transformation, “Movement that Inspires,” the 2023 Kia Sportage subcompact SUV delivers for adventurous and eco-conscious drivers. Kia’s “Opposites United” design philosophy blends futuristic yet rugged design elements and the new Sportage…
Last week, Steve Appelbaum, Kia Country of Charleston, 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. This year’s event focused on how Kia is leading the movement to EV’s and how they are transforming the brand…
The popular Nightfall Edition highlights an unchanged but simplified 2022 Kia Sportage lineup for 2022. The Nightfall Edition replaces the S trim as a standalone package. The 2022 Sportage offers more tech and convenience features. The Sportage Nightfall Edition includes: Panoramic Sunroof Black Roof Rails Special Black Badging Flat-Bottom Steering Wheel with Paddle Shifters SynTex Seating Materials…
Summer is fast approaching. After more than a year of restrictions, most of us are ready to get up and go. Having a vehicle that can tow a boat, camper or trailer ramps up the fun factor. Kia offers five vehicles with towing capacity. Telluride 5000 Carnival 3500 Sorento 2500-3500 Sportage 1653 Sedona 2500 Each…
