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There’s been a lot of talk lately about millennials, from analyzing their priorities to trying to figure out the best ways to appeal to them. Putting aside easy generalizations, when it comes to purchasing a car, they’re pretty much like everyone else – they want to get the most value for their money, and they’d prefer a balance of practicality, technology and driving enjoyment. Autotrader recently suggested that the 2017 Kia Soul does an excellent job of meeting those wishes.

 

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Kia Motors America (KMA) recently announced November sales of 52,504 vehicles, a 15.3 percent gain over November 2015. With these record results, Kia has now set seven monthly sales records this year!

 

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And when your mind is drifting, your car tends to as well. A feature like the Lane Keep Assist, available in many of our new Kia models, like the 2017 Forte, keeps you awake and aware of your present task at hand. That way you can enjoy listening to the big game through a number of available entertainment, audio and connectivity apps, all while staying in the present moment. Press play to check it out, then visit our Savannah, GA Kia dealership today.

The Kia Sportage was the first model the South Korean automobile manufacturer introduced to the U.S. market back in the mid-'90s. In the years since, Kia has established a firm foothold in the U.S., and all-new, fourth-generation Sportage is all grown up. New York Times auto critic Tom Voelk recently reviewed the 2017 Sportage and found a lot to like.

Voelk tested the top-of-the-line SX Turbo version of the Sportage and found a dramatically quieter cabin, a steering wheel that provides good feedback and much improved visibility. He also noted that the suspension, once described...

This morning, Kia Motors America announced that it will provide six Soul EVs as part of an expanded partnership with the University of California, Irvine's Advanced Power and Energy Program (APEP). The program will use the vehicles to help develop and demonstrate Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) software algorithms. V2G systems enable electric vehicles to connect to and communicate with the power grid to help manage energy demand...

Kia Provides Electric Vehicles to the Advanced Power and Energy Program at UCI https://t.co/3EnStRyJSA

— PRNAuto (@prnauto) June 2, 2016

If you’re shopping for a new vehicle, chances are you’re looking into what safety features are available to help you make your decision. With that in mind, check out the 2016 Kia Optima with available Advanced Smart Cruise Control and Autonomous Emergency Braking. When you have driver assistance features like this at your back, you get some peace of mind while you’re out there getting a piece of the road. Take a look below!

With the 2017 Kia Niro Hybrid, Kia Motors isn't just offering providing drivers with an eco-conscious CUV, but it's also teaching drivers to brake and coast more efficiently, maximizing fuel economy.

The Eco-DAS (Drive Assistance System) helps drivers create a smoother ride for themselves, proving that eco-conscious cars can be fun, too!

Here's what the 2017 @Kia #Niro hybrid will offer https://t.co/F4nDg9emhr pic.twitter.com/7ApNQeKyx8

— Autoweek (@AutoweekUSA) February 12, 2016

Cookies are delicious. That's something most people can agree on. Whether they are chocolate chip, molasses, or gingerbread, we love 'em. And speaking of gingerbread cookies, you may have had to make a bunch over the holidays. Thank goodness for cookie cutters, right? Well, another thing we can probably all agree on is the fact that cookie cutters are helpful for cookies but not helpful when it comes to cars. Because not everyone wants the same style and amenities. Kia knows that, and that's why the Optima is a sedan unlike any other.

If you're looking to experience a heavy dose of the apocalypse, but don't want to wait until May 2016 for the next addition to the X-Men franchise, you're in luck. Kia is releasing a special edition of the 2016 Kia Sportage in honor of X-Men: Apocalypse. The compact SUV has received a Mystique redesign, after Jennifer Lawrence's shapeshifting character. Catch a sneak peak in the teaser below!

It's hard to keep up with everything that changes with each new version of a car that comes out. Well when it comes to Kia, J.D. has conquered that challenge on behalf of prospective customers by compiling a comprehensive list of 2016 updates and improvements. All you have to do is read it, and you'll be an expert on the newest generation of Kias.