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Kia Adds Two More Models to the DC Comics Lineup

So last month we told you about Batman's Kia Optima, created in conjunction with DC Entertainment to benefit the organization's We Are Heroes campaign. At the time, we promised that there were more DC Comic-ified models on the way, and we're happy to report that we can confirm some details about some others...


Models include, of course, the Batman Optima, followed by The Flash Forte Koup, the Green Lantern Soul, Cyborg Forte...

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Kia Readjusts Fuel Economy Expectations

Ever wonder how - and who - decides what those helpful MPG numbers are on a new vehicle sticker? Well, the EPA is involved, as are a boat-load of engineers, environmental experts, and vehicle designers. Meanwhile, the whole idea is to build cars that are as fuel-efficient as possible without sacrificing performance, safety, or affordability. And, well, we guess the point we're trying to get at here is that it's a complicated process. As with...

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These Kia Souls are Ready for Halloween



Who said Halloween costumes are only for people (and cute pets)? Today on Kia BUZZ, we're going to highlight some dressed up Kia Souls that have been customized and stylized to give some added flair to their character. Let's take a look.

Let's start with pro-golfer Michelle Wie's customized Soul, which has her own personal artwork painted on the front & rear doors.

Here's a red…

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The Man Behind the Design Transformation at Kia

Since the inception of Kia Motors America in the '90s, the Korean automaker has been known for providing American drivers with reliable, affordable, and safe vehicles. Recently, however, you may have noticed that car shoppers are turning to Kia for an entirely different reason: style.

Much of this is thanks to a gentleman named Peter Schreyer, who is mostly responsible for what Kia has called a "design led transformation."1 As the Global Head of...

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Kia Motors Makes the ‘Top 100 Best Global Brands’ List

Kia Motors Makes the "Top 100 Best Global Brands" List

Here is something to celebrate about: Kia Motors Corporations made the exclusive list of the 'Top 100 Best Global Brands' according to the 2012 study released by Interbrand, the world's largest brand consultancy agency.

Kia's remarkable increase in brand value is now estimated at $4.1 billion USD, which firmly sets the automaker at 87th place on the 'Top 100 Best Global Brands' list. In the list there?

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New Habits to Cut the Cost of Driving

By Pamela Muņoz, Assistant Manager
Overseas Communication Team

As the recession deepens and the cost of car ownership continues to rise, motorists around the country are beginning to look for quick and easy ways in which they can save money when it comes to their car, and in particular, their driving habits.

The way we drive can have a massive impact on our car's fuel consumption levels and implementing a few simple changes…

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Top Five Useful Tips for Tire Maintenance


Taking good care of your tires does not have to be difficult or time consuming. By following these tips, you can ensure safe performance, top mileage and longer tire life for your car.

1. Check the tire pressure

It is essential to check tire pressures at least once a month. There are several places you can find the correct pressure level for your vehicle: the vehicle's owner manual, inside…

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The Kia Optima Hybrid Sets a New World Record

It took two drivers 14 days to travel across the United States in a Kia Optima Hybrid. It was a journey of 7,899 miles, and just 123 gallons of gasoline. Yup, they only used five-and-a-half tanks of gas - and they set a Guinness World Record.

Don't worry, this summer, you'll be getting a peek into what it was like for these two professional drivers to set the record. But here's what...

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2011 Soul Give Away in Canada

A Toronto woman was rewarded with a fully loaded 2011 Kia Soul. Jane French of Toronto, ON, took hold of the keys to her all new Soul thanks to the Luminato "Express Your Soul" contest.

 

Thousands of residents visited the Luminato Festival between June 10th - 17th. Kia Canada was an official vehicle sponsor. A large structure was on display, allowing visitors to "express their inner creativity" by sketching on a vinyl cover over a Kia Soul.

 

"Kia Canada is proud to align itself with the Luminato Cultural Festival in 2011 as the official automotive partner of which mirrors the Kia…

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NBA Draft To Be Sponsored By Kia

2011's Kia Forte is taking the auto world by storm. After the release of their new lineup, kia announces some big plans, the 2011 NBA Draft will be presented by Kia Motors. On June 23, this event will take place at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ.

 

Kia Motors will use its partnership of the 2011 NBA Draft to highlight its vehicles, including the acclaimed 2011 Kia Optima - the Official Vehicle of the NBA.

 

"At Kia, we are true fans of the game, and following the drama and excitement of the outstanding 2010-11 season we are pleased to be…

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