Images of New Plug-In Kia Ray Leaked

Not everybody is expecting the Chicago Auto Show to be a huge zinger of an event, but at least one showstopper is anticipated to make an appearance, and that’s the new plug-in concept vehicle from Kia, codename “Ray.”

In Chicago, Kia Soul buzz is relatively old news, but the new Ray is the wave of the future for Kia, who in the last year has pulled out all the stops to show that they absolutely can compete with the longer-tenured, bigger-named automakers in the world. In late January, a teaser picture was leaked to the press that showed the Ray in all its glory, cruising through some sort of futuristic, poorly-lit tunnel. … Continue Reading

Kia Sorento promises pleasant driving with hands-free infotainment system

Kia appeared at the Detroit auto show – not featuring a new product, but rather new technology. This new technology was a hands-free in-car infotainment system, called Uvo (meant to stand for “Your Voice”).  Based on Microsoft’s auto software platform, Uvo allows drivers to use voice commands to control their phone and music functions while on the road. Uvo also includes a USB port which enables drivers to store songs to 1 GB of memory, which Kia calls “the jukebox.” This newly offered technology is available with the 2011 Kia Sorento, making the new model even more valuable and interesting to consumers. Car shoppers can buy their Waukegan Kia Sorento at Waukegan cheap used car dealerships. Kia Sorentos can also be found at Gurnee used car dealerships, as well as other new and used car dealerships across the nation. … Continue Reading

Countdown to Kia Soul customization: We have Ignition

Kia announced their second special edition Soul model, the 2010 Ignition Soul, to arrive in all Kia dealerships nation-wide, including your local Waukegan Kia dealership. Named for its unique exterior color, the Ignition Soul joins all other Soul models as a 2010 “Top Safety Pick” by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). With this new addition to the Soul line, Kia proves its ability to provide unique adaptations for consumers to choose from. … Continue Reading

2011 Sorento under $20K you say?

Kia revealed the price of the new 2011 Sorento, available at dealerships such as Waukegan new car dealerships, Antioch used car dealerships, and other locations nation-wide in early 2010. Consumers can get a five-seat unibody crossover with a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder and a manual transmission standard for an impressive $19,995. With a 175 horsepower engine and 169 pound-feet of force, these features are also standard for the LX and EX models, but the higher-tier models have automatic transmissions. Kia aims to significantly increase their share of the utility vehicle market with the 2011 Kia Sorento. … Continue Reading

Coupled 2010 Forte and Forte Koup given Car of the Year title

Leading provider of vehicle pricing and information, NADAguides.com, has awarded the 2010 Kia Forte and Kia Forte Koup the Car of the Year title for 2009. The group points out the duo’s “best in class” features, stylish interior and exterior design, claiming the Kia models were standout vehicles when compared to other top contenders. Car dealers ranging from Waukegan used car and new car dealers to Gurnee used car dealers anticipate the process of the prize-winning pair to fill their lots. … Continue Reading