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The 2015 Kia Soul will soon be described in detail for anyone looking to purchase this model from a Kia dealership that serves Albany, Schenectady, Clifton Park, Queensbury or Kingston, NY through a Research & Review page being released by Destination Kia. The information provided on this page will include several facts about this all-new model such as MSRP, trim levels, engine and transmission, horsepower and torque capabilities, EPA estimates, safety features and anything else you could want to know. We will announce as soon as this page has been officially released, so be sure to keep checking back here.

It has been estimated that 10 percent of all drivers under the age of 20 have been involved in fatal vehicle accidents where distraction was cited as the reason for the crash. The truth is, that these fatalities are avoidable, which is why Kia Motors America (KMA) and the B.R.A.K.E.S. (Be Responsible And Keep Everyone Safe) Teen Pro-Active Driving School are providing teens with the proper training and tools to be responsible and safe behind the wheel. B.R.A.K.E.S. will provide hands-on defensive driving instruction for 300 students in cities all over the country throughout the month of April (Distracted Driving Awareness Month). Instructions will include a distracted driving experience, evasive maneuvering, emergency braking using ABS and skid-control practice. “Kia is dedicated to making roads safer and giving back to the communities we call home,” said Michael Sprague, executive vice president of sales and marketing, KMA.  “We are determined to help reduce the number of distracted driving accidents by working with B.R.A.K.E.S. to provide teens with the tools they need to be safer, better trained drivers behind the wheel.” It is estimated that at any given daylight moment across the U.S., 660,000 drivers are using some sort of electronic device while driving. Unfortunately, this is a number that has held steady over the past five years. Kia and B.R.A.K.E.S. aim to be the catalyst for change and raising awareness. The program has already provided free safe-driving instructions for more than 15,000 students in 10 states. What makes the program so successful is the three-to-one ratio of students to teachers in the four hour classes that are taught with parents in attendance. A note that is hard to ignore is, teens with parents who set driving rules and monitor their activities are half as likely to crash, 71 percent less likely to drive intoxicated, 30 percent less likely to use a cell phone when driving and less inclined to speed. So, if you are unable to attend one of the B.R.A.K.E.S classes, it is important that you take note on the driving habits of your teens and set rules early on.

The third video in the Blake Griffin/2015 Kia Optima series has been released by Kia Motors America. Over the past few months, the brand has been slowly releasing a series of new advertisements featuring the all-new model and the NBA star that offer a look at the impressive Optima with a humorous twist. In each of the previous spots, Griffin is playing an action movie hero that frustrates his director by entering the scene in a 2015 Kia Optima rather than the mode of transportation he is scripted to be using. This would not be so bad except that the setting of each film is not at all conducive to his character driving a car. In the first spot, the movie was set in the old west and in the second spot, he was playing a fighter pilot that was supposed to be taking off from an aircraft carrier in the middle of the ocean. In this latest spot, “Speech” he is playing a gladiator in Ancient Rome who is supposed to be charging into battle on horseback. In all three spots, Griffin proceeds to point out some of the 2015 Optima’s most impressive features in order to convey why this vehicle is actually perfect for the scene they are shooting. Check out the video above to see “Speech” and learn more about the 2015 Kia Optima. If you live near Albany, Schenectady, Clifton Park, Queensbury or Kingston, NY and are interested in this all-new model then head on over to see us here at Destination Kia today!

Kia Motors America has launched a new campaign for the 2016 Sorento entitled “The Perfect Getaway”.  The inspiration for this campaign came from the brand’s 2015 Super Bowl Commercial with the same name starring action movie hero Pierce Brosnan. For this new campaign, the brand will launch a six-episode series that features various individuals taking place in some spontaneous adventures. The campaign has been designed to not only promote the all-new model but to also inspire viewers to let loose more often. “This is the first time Kia has partnered with Yahoo for custom video content and is an excellent opportunity to connect with action-adventure-minded consumers by showcasing the refined and capable 2016 Sorento,” said Tim Chaney, vice president of marketing communications, Kia Motors America.  “The effort expands upon Kia’s ’The Perfect Getaway’ campaign featuring the Sorento in a variety of situations that outdoor enthusiasts can appreciate.” The campaign originally started out in January and is run through the Kia Yahoo page. Here we have provided the first three videos in the series, be sure to check back for the remaining three “Perfect Getaway” adventures. Target Practice: Foraging For Food: Zip[-Lining Mini-Moon:

Vincentric has named the 2015 Kia Soul EV as a 2015 ‘Best Value in America” winner in the Electric/Plug-in Hybrid vehicle category.  The Vincentric awards are based on analysis conducted by the company on each new vehicle that is currently available in the U.S. The cost of ownership is measured based on eight specific factors that affect costs, such as fees & taxes, repairs, depreciation, maintenance, financing, insurance, fuel and opportunity cost. The company then uses this information to compare the vehicles against others in the same category to see which offers the best overall value. “The Kia brand has always stood for value, and even as we’ve grown and matured, adding ever more refined and diverse models to our lineup, we’ve never strayed from that commitment to our customers,” said Orth Hedrick, vice president, product planning, Kia Motors America. “The Soul EV, our first all-electric zero-emissions vehicle for the U.S. market continues that commitment. It offers iconic design, the best range of any vehicle in its class and superbly practical packaging, all at an affordable price. Being honored as a ‘Best Value in America’ by Vincentric is validation of Kia’s winning formula.”

Kia Motors America (KMA) has announced that it will be expanding the availability of the SOUL EV to an additional five states over the next year. Currently this all-new electric model is only available in California, but because of the successful sales of the model, the brand has now chosen to extend its availability into Georgia, Texas, Oregon, Washington and Hawaii. Throughout each of the five states, select dealerships will be chosen to sell the EV models. The locations of these dealerships will be announced closer to the actual release date with more locations becoming available early next year. “From the inception of the Soul EV program, Kia’s sales strategy has been progressive and pragmatic,” said Orth Hedrick, vice president of product planning, KMA. “With the level of demand and supporting infrastructure in the state, California was a natural place to start, but we’ve been carefully studying other markets.  Between consumer reaction to the Soul EV and growing infrastructure programs in these five states, this is a logical – and exciting – next step in our rollout plan.”

There are many reasons to make your next vehicle purchase a Kia. The brand has an award-winning line up of incredible vehicles that offer top quality in terms of safety, convenience, performance and efficiency. In order to further demonstrate everything that makes Kia vehicles top notch, the brand has provided a list of 101 reasons to love Kia. The list is far too long for us to mention everything on it, but here we have provided you a few of the top reasons why you should buy a Kia. Top Reasons to Buy a Kia: Named the Best Global Green Brand 2014 by Interbrand Available Parking Minder Kia Named Best Value Brand 2014 by Kelley Blue Book Available Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Vehicles in Every Category have earned a 5-Star Crash Safety Rating from NHTSA Advanced Roadside Assistance Kia’s 10-Year/10,000-Mile Warranty

Destination Kia has highlighted the all-new 2016 Kia Sorento for customers from Albany, Schenectady, Clifton Park, Queensbury or Kingston, NY in a newly released Research & Review page. This model is available in eight different trim level options which include the L, LX, LX V6, EX, EX V6, SX V6, Limited, and Limited V6. Each of the trims get their power by one of the three engines available on the 2016 Sorento. These engines include a 185 hp 2.4L DOHC I4 engine, a 290 hp 3.3L DOHC V6 engine or a 240 hp 2.0L DOHC I4 Turbocharged engine. The EPA estimated MPG for this model is up to 29 highway*. A few of the convenience and safety features that you will be able to find on the new 2016 Kia Sorento include Rollover Sensor, Side Impact Door Beams, Bluetooth Wireless Technology, Available Sound-Absorbing Windshield, Available 18” Alloy Wheels, Available 50/50 Split-Folding 3rd-Row Seats, Available Supervision Meter Cluster with 7" Color LCD Display, Available Heated Second Row Seats and Available Rear Air Conditioning. MSRP starts at $24,900** for the L, $26,200** for the LX, $28,300** for the LX V6, $31,100** for the EX, $31,700** for the EX V6, $37,900** for the SX V6, $39,900** for the Limited, and $41,300** for the Limited V6. To set up a test drive of the 2016 Kia Sorento with Destination Kia all you have to do is fill out our Online Scheduling Form and then come into see us anytime! *Based on EPA estimates. Actual mileage will vary with options, driving conditions, driving habits, and your vehicle’s condition. **MSRP excludes destination and handling charges, taxes, title, license, options, and dealer charges. Vehicles shown with optional equipment. Actual price set by dealer and may vary.

We here, at Destination Kia, are happy to announce that our Research and Review page on the 2015 Kia Sportage has been released for our customers coming to us from Albany, Schenectady, Clifton Park, Queensbury and Kingston, NY. This efficient model comes in three different trim levels (LX, EX, and SX) and two engine options. As always Kia has put the safety of the drivers and their passengers first. Some standard safety features included in the 2015 Kia Sportage are Downhill Brake Control, Rear Child-Safety Door Locks and a Traction Control System. Other features that are included on the 2015 Kia Sportage to make your commute a comfortable one include Six-Way Power Adjustable Driver’s Seat, Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror and Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control. If having an EPA estimated MPG 21 city/28 highway/24 combined* and a long list of amenities that ensure your 2015 Kia Sportage is working for you, take a look at our full Research and Review page on this fantastic model. While you’re on our website, fill out our Online Scheduling Form and a Destination Kia associate will be in touch to confirm a test drive. *EPA estimates for comparison. Your actual mileage will vary with options, driving conditions, driving habits, and vehicle's condition.

Customers in the market for the 2015 Kia Optima living in and around the Albany, Schenectady, Clifton Park, Queensbury and Kingston NY, can now take a look at the new Research and Review page from Destination Kia. This page will give a detailed description of this all new Kia model so you’ll know what to expect when you come into 760 Central Ave in Albany NY, for a test drive. The 2015 Kia Optima comes in five trims, the LX, EX, SX, SX Turbo and the Limited. The LX, EX and SX trims are powered by a 2.4L DOHC Engine and gets an EPA estimated MPG of 23 city/34 highway/27 combined*. The Limited and SX Turbo trims are powered by a 2.0 Turbocharged DOHC Engine and gets an EPA estimated MPG of 20 city/31 highway/24 combined*. Kia takes pride in the safety features they’ve put into each of their models and the 2015 Kia Optima has the top of the line. Some of the standard safety features are Vehicle Stability Management, Dual Front Seat Mounted Side Airbags, Internal Emergency Trunk Release and Hill Start Assist. There are also numerous other standard and available features in the Optima for your comfort. A few of these include Automatic Projector Beam Headlights, Available Push-Button Start with Smart Key and Immobilizer and Available Heated Steering Wheel. To learn more about the 2015 Kia Optima check out our new Research and Review page. If you have more questions you can give us a call or come in to see us here at Destination Kia. Be sure to fill out our Online Scheduling Form to setup a test drive and one of our associates will be in touch shortly. *EPA fuel economy estimates.  Actual mileage will vary with options, driving conditions, driving habits, and your vehicle’s condition.

Destination Kia customers from Albany, Schenectady, Clifton Park, Queensbury and Kingston, NY will now be able to keep up with all of the newest Kia information through our new blog series. This series will cover a variety of topics that include auto shows, awards, safety ratings, philanthropy events, new vehicle releases, concept cars and much more. Each month we will also announce when we have released a new Research & Review page that will offer our customers a more in-depth look into one of the many new Kia models we have available here at our dealership.