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Kia confirms Cub "four-door coupe" concept for Seoul

Kia has announced it is headed to the Seoul Motor Show with a new sedan concept. Details are still scarce, but the Kia CUB Concept should be small, at under 13 feet long and come with coupe-like proportions. Kia wants the vehicle to "appeal to trend-setting urban dwellers," a notoriously car-hungry market. The automaker says the Cub has a cheerful face decorated with two-point LED headlamps just like those found on the Quoris flagship, but the teaser image above looks a bit more sinister than happy to us. Kia plans to give the Cub a proper unveiling on March 28.

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We have a new, fantastic 5-star review on Yelp! Thanks, Roberto.

 

"This is my second car from Allstar Kia Pomona and I am extremly happy. No push, excellent deal around, I was checking other dealers and they offer me the best, beside price the service I got from my salesman Monir was the best. I already send friends and family to buy with them. New car Business style at Allstar Kia Pomona." -Roberto M.

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Maintenance Tip Monday - Have a clean-smelling car!

Freshen up - To rid of stale odors from the ventilation ducts, try spraying odor eliminator into the system's air intake, which is usually located at the base of the windshield. Then run the air conditioner full blast for at least 10 minutes.

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Test drive a new Kia and get $25!

Test drive any new KIA vehicle until March 31, 2013 and receive a $25 Kia Visa prepaid card.  More information here: http://bit.ly/XthMZ8

Happy birthday, Fred Rogers!

Today our favorite neighbor would have been 85. LIKE if his zip-up cardigans, navy blue sneakers and hand puppets brought you joy as a child.

Edmunds.com Names Kia Soul To List Of Top Ten Cars For Pet Safety

Kia Motors America (KMA) has been one of the fastest-growing car companies in the U.S. over the last five years, and its top-selling urban passenger vehicle, the Soul, was recently named to Edmunds.com’s list of the 10 best vehicles for pet safety. Edmunds.com selected 10 cars that offer the most comfort and safety for Fido or Fifi at a great price. With a base MSRP of just $14,400², it’s easy to see why the editors of Edmunds.com found the 2013 Soul so appealing.

 

“The fun, funky and functional Kia Soul has been recognized for its many positive attributes since first driving onto the scene back in 2009, and we are pleased to be adding ‘superior pet safety’ to this long list of accolades,” said Michael Sprague, executive vice president, marketing & communications, KMA. “For many, pets are considered members of the family, and they deserve safe and comfortable transportation like the rest of us. The Soul delivers on both of these fronts while also letting our furry friends travel in style.”

No stranger to pets, the iconic Soul has been a favorite among hamsters since 2009, when Kia introduced its landmark advertising campaign featuring the stylish and urban, music-loving creatures. The Soul was chosen by Edmunds.com for having a number of pet-friendly safety features such as standard side curtain air bags for crash protection and rear privacy glass to keep animals cool. The Soul’s boxy shape also provides an abundance of headroom for larger animals. Edmunds.com editors noted that the safety of pets in the car is closely related to the safety of the vehicle’s human passengers as improperly restrained pets can pose a threat to occupants in the event of an accident or even a minor fender bender.

"Not only are these vehicles safe for pets, but they also offer a certain measure of convenience for pet owners," said Edmunds.com Automotive Content Editor Warren Clarke. "And with each one of these vehicles starting at under $35,000, owners won't have to chase their own tails to make ends meet."

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Car Washing Tip - Prevent Swirl Marks!

How do you prevent swirl marks? Use two buckets. Fill one bucket with soapy water and fill the other with clean water. Each time you’re ready to reload your sponge with soapy water, dip it in the clean water first, to rinse out the grit and contamination you’ve just removed from your vehicle. Then dip it in the soapy water and continue washing.

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Do your kids ask a million questions every day?

They have to learn somehow! Find out how this dad handles it in the new Kia Sorento commercial and LIKE if you're a fan!

Updated 2013 Optima Hybrid Powertrain Improves Performance and Efficiency

Since its debut, the Optima midsize sedan has garnered awards and accolades for Kia Motors America (KMA) in recognition of its design, performance and value.  In 2011, the Optima Hybrid introduced a new level of efficiency to the brand’s most popular name plate.  Now, KMA is pleased to announce the arrival of its updated 2013 Optima Hybrid, featuring a more performance-driven and fuel-efficient powertrain as well as more cargo space and premium features.

For 2013, the Optima Hybrid features numerous powertrain refinements for smoothness and drivability, including a more robust 47 HP electric traction motor, a stronger Hybrid Starter Generator (HSG) and a more powerful 47 kW Lithium Polymer battery.  Although the combined 199 horsepower rating is slightly lower than before, reduced from 206, the combined 235 lb-ft of torque is significantly higher, increased from 195 lb-ft, resulting in a more responsive and powerful Optima Hybrid. 

The Optima Hybrid is now available in two trim levels, base and EX.  The base model achieves an EPA estimated 36 mpg city, 40 mpg highway and 38 mpg combined¹, making the Optima Hybrid more efficient than its predecessor².  The EX model delivers an EPA estimated 35/39/37¹.

In addition to increases in performance and efficiency, the 2013 Optima Hybrid also benefits from greater trunk space than before, thanks to the repackaging of the vehicle’s battery pack. Furthermore, the EX model adds navigation with back-up camera³, an 8-speaker Infinity audio system⁴, panoramic sunroof, heated and ventilated front seats and 17-inch wheels to the already long list of amenities.

The Optima Hybrid builds on the gasoline-powered Optima, offering improved aerodynamics and using lighter weight components. Lighter and more aerodynamic 16- and 17-inch alloy wheels, base and EX respectively, reduce weight and drag, while superbly integrating with the Optima’s stunning design. 

Extensive use of aluminum instead of steel for the lower front and rear control arms, tie rod ends and rear knuckles helps offset the weight of the hybrid components.  Improved aerodynamics are gained via the Optima Hybrid’s lowered ride height, full belly pan and rear spoiler.  Other Optima Hybrid differentiators include satin finished front grille surround and trim on the lower front fascia and side sills, and unique front and rear lighting.  For 2013, the newly revised Kia name badge is applied to the hood, trunk lid, and steering wheel.

Courtesy of: Kia Motors America 

Check out what's going on with Kia at the Geneva Motor Show!

Enjoy the unveiling moment of Kia's most athletic and performance-focused vehicles yet, the cee'd GT and the pro_cee'd GT at the 2013 Geneva International Motor Show press conference. You will also get to see our latest concept vehicle, the Kia provo.

We have a new fantastic review on Google+ Local. Thanks for the kind words, Gilbert!

 

"I was able to get an appointment at a time that I wanted, and when I went to the dealer I was given service quickly. I waited for my car in a comfortable room, had some coffee, and in a short time my Soul was fully serviced and washed. I will certainly go back to Pomona again." - Gilbert Y.

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Hey fans! Take a look at today's pre-owned special - A beautiful '11 Kia Sorento!

This is a great SUV that the whole family can enjoy!

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Kia Racing Announces Driver Line-up for 2013 Pirelli World Challenge Season

Kia Racing and its racing partner Kinetic Motorsports today announced its driver line-up for the 2013 Pirelli World Challenge (PWC) season.  Veteran Nic Jönsson, who scored Kia’s first professional road racing championship behind the wheel of a Grand-Am Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge (CTSCC) Kia Forte Koup in 2011, will pilot the No. 36 turbocharged Optima, while quick Canadian Mark Wilkins retains his seat in the No. 38 turbocharged Optima after a stellar rookie season in 2012 in which he claimed a pole, a win and two podiums for Kia Racing.  Jönsson, Wilkins and the Kia Racing team are currently preparing the turbocharged Optimas for the March 23^rd PWC season opener at the Streets of St. Petersburg.

“The Kia Racing team far-exceeded our expectations in our first year of competition in the Pirelli World Challenge, posting two wins and six podium finishes with a perfect record of reliability,” said Michael Sprague, executive vice president of marketing and communications, KMA. “Now that the development year is behind us and off-season testing has gone well, we’re excited to build on our strong first-year results and, perhaps, make a run at the 2013 championship.”

With Kia Racing stepping back from Grand-Am competition this year to focus on its Pirelli World Challenge Optima program, Jönsson – who, along with his CTSCC Kia Forte Koup co-driver Andy Lally, narrowly missed giving the brand its second Grand-Am championship last season – makes the leap to the larger and more powerful turbocharged Optima.  It’s a seat with which he’s familiar, however, having handled test-driving duties for an abbreviated development program prior to the car’s 2012 debut and then returned to the role during the preparations for 2013.

“Running up to the 2012 season, I felt strongly the Optima would be very competitive in the GTS class, despite how little time we had in the car before the first race, and I was pleased to see it perform so well. Now, with a year of development behind us, the 2013 season is our time to take the fight to our competition,” said Jönsson, following a recent testing session. “I am looking forward to teaming up with Mark Wilkins throughout the year. The Pirelli World Challenge is a fantastic series featuring a very competitive field with cars and drivers from many different manufacturers, and we’re going to make sure that Kia takes its rightful place among those world-famous performance brands.”

Canadian driver Wilkins returns to Kia Racing after joining the team mid-season last year. Almost on arrival, he took the series by storm, qualifying on pole and capturing a victory and podium finish at his home track, Canadian Tire Motorsports Park.  Wilkins’ consistent performance and methodical approach was crucial in the development of the Optima racecar and has the team ready to run with the best this season.

“After the success we had in our rookie season, I’m elated to be back behind of the wheel of the turbocharged Optima for 2013,” said Wilkins.  “I’m looking forward to working with Nic after years of competing against him on the race track. With the great team we already have in place, I’m confident we will raise the bar for Kia Racing and hopefully make some noise in the GTS class.”

Kia Racing kicks off the 2013 PWC with rounds 1-2 in St. Petersburg, Fla., on March 23-24.

Courtesy of: Kia Motors America Newsroom