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Kia Seltos Named Best New Model for 2021 by Kelley Blue Book

December 9th, 2020 by
2021 Kia Seltos

Kelley Blue Book has named the 2021 Kia Seltos ‘Best New Model’ in the 2021 Best Buy Awards in the Subcompact SUV category. The Seltos was given this award based on its versatility, modern technology, class-leading cargo space, and wide array of safety features. The Seltos was also named Best Subcompact SUV. Editors at Kelley…

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Kia Wins Four 2021 Consumer Guide Automotive Best Buy Awards

December 3rd, 2020 by
2020 Kia Rio Subcompact Car

The Kia Soul, Seltos, Rio, and Telluride have all been named 2021 Consumer Guide Automotive Best Buy Award winners. “Claiming four 2021 Best Buy awards reflects Kia’s commitment to innovation, design, safety and driver satisfaction. Furthermore, the wide range of Kia vehicles honored proves our world-class model line-up offers a vehicle that suits the needs…

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Telluride Named a Car and Driver ‘10Best’ for 2021

November 20th, 2020 by
Telluride Nightfall Edition

The Kia Telluride has been named to Car and Driver’s 10Best list for 2021. This is the second year in a row that the big and bold SUV has earned a spot on this prestigious list. “We’re excited to include the Kia Telluride in Car and Driver’s 10Best for the second year in a row,”…

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2021 Kia K5 GT-Line Review & Test Drive | Smail Kia

October 22nd, 2020 by
K5 Test Drive Thumbnail

On this episode of 1st Drive, Kia checks out the 2021 K5 GT-Line! The K5 features a revolutionary design, all-new safety and performance features, and an updated infotainment system! Browse out K5 inventory here! Learn more about the K5 here!

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Telluride & K5 Win Automotive Excellence Awards from Popular Mechanics

October 20th, 2020 by
2021 K5 GT-Line AWD

The 2020 Kia Telluride and the 2021 Kia K5 have been awarded Automotive Excellence Awards! The Telluride was named Family Car of the Year and the K5 was named Sedan of the Year. Popular Mechanics selected the winners based on their affordability, practicality, and capability. “Throughout the year, we got behind the wheels of these…

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Cars in the Community: 2020 Virtual Ligonier Days, Chamber Days, & The Fort Ligonier Museum

October 7th, 2020 by
Fort Ligonier Museaum

On this episode of Cars in the Community, Taylor and Kia take a trip to Ligonier to talk to Julie Donovan, from the Fort Ligonier Museum, and Joyce McIntire, from the Ligonier Valley Chamber of Commerce, about what is in store for this weekend! October 9th to the 11th, you can visit Fort Ligonier Museum to experience…

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How to Connect Your Phone to Bluetooth in Your Kia | Smail Kia

September 23rd, 2020 by
Bluetooth Kia Tutorial

Pairing your phone with the Bluetooth® connectivity in your Kia Vehicle helps to keep your eyes on the road while you keep up on messages, phone calls, and can also give turn-by-turn directions through the audio system. To connect your iPhone to Bluetooth, first, make sure the Bluetooth on your phone is on. On your…

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The All-New Fourth-Generation Kia Sorento

September 23rd, 2020 by
2021 Kia Sorento SX

The 2021 Kia Sorento is arriving with more capability, more safety technology, and an unparalleled combination of power and efficiency. The all-new fourth-generation Kia Sorento is becoming more powerful, more attractive, better engineered and more technologically advanced each new iteration. The 2021 model sets a new standard for the Sorento’s excellence in the compact SUV…

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How to Connect Your Phone to Android Auto in Your Kia | Smail Kia

September 21st, 2020 by
Bluetooth Kia Tutorial

Android Auto connects your phone to your vehicle and displays your compatible apps on the infotainment system in the vehicle. Android Auto makes it possible for drivers to manage basic phone functions hands-free via the touchscreen or voice commands. Use a media friendly USB cord to connect your phone to the vehicle and be sure…

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How to Connect Your Phone to Apple CarPlay in Your Kia | Smail Kia

September 18th, 2020 by
Apple CarPlay Connection

Connecting your iPhone to your Kia makes for a more familiar display and easy access to helpful apps that you use everyday like Music, Maps, and Messenger. Apple CarPlay allows you to use and manage basic phone functions hands-free through the infotainment display in the vehicle. To launch Apple CarPlay, simply connect your phone via…

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