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Happy Birthday, U.S. Highway System!

21 Sep

America celebrates its independence on July 4th, a date that represents the Declaration of Independence and the American Revolution. But there’s a strong argument to be made that, over the course of our 260 years of nationhood, we’ve had several...
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Our Most APEAL-ing Kia Lineup Yet!

30 Aug

Americans love trucks. It doesn’t really matter why – trucks sell in the U.S., and if anything is going to put an end to that reality, it certainly won’t be record-low gas prices. Outside of the pickup segment, however, the...
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Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Show has Ashland Electrified!

30 Aug

Electric vehicles (EVs) are a vital component of the future of driving. Even if, as we dearly hope is the case, internal combustion engines never go the way of the Pinto, the availability of low-emission electric vehicles will be critical...
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26 Jul

The Kia Soul is about to get some added heart, and we wouldn’t have found out for months if it wasn’t for some hard-working musical hamsters. The latest super-viral, rodent-themed Kia commercial might be our favorite one yet, featuring American...
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First. Best. Only. Kia’s Brand Rises to the Top

6 Jul

Kia is the first “non-premium” brand in 27 years to top J.D. Power’s Initial Quality Study, the best at manufacturing problem-free new cars, and the only non-premium automaker to have fewer than 90 reported problems per 100 new vehicles. What...
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Kia, Vehicle-To-Grid, and a Greener Tomorrow

6 Jul

It’s easy to take the convenience and availability of electricity for granted. Whether you’re turning on a light or heating up leftovers, chances are you’ve grown accustomed to the instant, on-demand power that saves us from hardships like working in...
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Kia GT on the Horizon for 2017

21 Jun

Kia has come a long way since its arrival in North America almost 25 years ago. The company that used to be synonymous with inexpensive cars and a limited lineup is now primarily associated with its world-renowned warranty program and,...
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Kia Niro – A Crossover To Remember

7 Jun

If one trend defines the last few years in the American automotive industry, it’s the rise of the crossover. People who find themselves trying to do a little bit of everything are enamored with cars designed to perform the same...
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Making Sense of Trim Levels

27 May

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You’ve found the right car for you. You’ve searched all the local dealerships (and maybe a few private sellers to boot,) you’ve talked to your bank about financing, you’ve talked to your insurance company about rate changes, you’ve checked online...
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Electric Charging Stations Every 25 – 50 Miles on I-5

27 May

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As gas prices drop in the U.S., so do electric vehicle (EV) sales. Cost is king for many consumers considering making the switch from gas to electric, so lower prices at the pump have a way of lowering consumer interest...
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