Kia Stays Cool with Vans Warped Tour

As a man in my late ‘20s who used to teach high school, and I can tell you that what was once “cool,” even when I was a teenager, really isn’t cool anymore. Kids today wear all kinds of different clothes, listen to new bands, have new slang and catch phrases, new technology, and even a new sense of humor. When I was in high school, I wore baggy clothes, listened to Boyz II Men and Bone Thugs ‘n’ Harmony, and didn’t even dream of owning a cell phone. That was enough for me then, even if it wouldn’t be enough for kids now. … Continue Reading

Kelley Blue Book recognized the 2010 Kia Soul as one of the top ten coolest cars new cars

Kelley Blue Book is like a bible for the auto world.  I’ve referenced it and I am sure you have a time or two, especially when you wanted to see the trade in value for your preowned car Waukegan.  If KBB votes your car, truck or SUV as a cool model, then you must be driving something great.  This is the case for the 2010 Kia Soul, as KBB has named it one of the “Top 10 Coolest New Cars Under $18,000″.   … Continue Reading

When the Kia Soul gets backed by some rapping hamsters, everybody wins

A new ad campaign has been rolled out for the 2010 Kia Soul and it brings back some fun-loving, furry creatures we’ve seen before.  The hamsters used in a previous campaign for the Soul were widely accepted, so the company felt that bringing them back was a smart move! … Continue Reading

Another “Top Safety Pick” for Kia with the 2011 Sorento

Kia has earned another award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The 2011 Kia Sorento is following in the footsteps of the Kia Soul and Kia Forte in being recognized as a “Top Safety Pick” by the IIHS. The 2011 Kia Sorento was evaluated by the IIHS and earned the best possible rating on frontal, side, rear and rollover safety tests. Gurnee Kia dealers are extremely proud of the prestigious rating given to the 2011 Kia Sorento.

… Continue Reading

Kia Forte Koup playing a major role in Kia’s success

Late last year Kia delved into the compact coupe market, unveiling their Kia Forte Koup at the 2009 New York International Auto Show. Targeting driving enthusiasts, Kia lured the thrill seekers in with a twin turbocharged version of the Theta II four cylinder engines. There is a direct injection that results in a 144 lb-ft. of torque at 6,200 rpm and 156 horsepower. That’s right folks, not only does Kia do quality and affordability, they now do speed in the compact sector. … Continue Reading