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AAA Names 2012 Kia Sportage To "Top Cars For Teens" List

The 2012 Kia Sportage compact CUV has been named one of the "Top Cars for Teens" by well-known and highly respected travel and transportation organization Automobile Association of America (AAA). The Sportage was lauded for its dynamics, dependability, overall value, long list of standard safety features and impressive performance in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) crash safety tests, including a "no tip" evaluation during the tests.

"We are honored that AAA, one of the most respected authorities on travel and transportation, is recognizing the Kia Sportage as a top car for teenage drivers," said Michael Sprague, executive vice president, marketing & communications, Kia Motors America (KMA). "Knowing that the Sportage, our longest-running nameplate, has been chosen not only for its attractive design that appeals to all ages, but more importantly, for its safety features, reliability and value is evidence that consumers do not have to sacrifice curb appeal for dependability."

AAA top picks are selected by AAA Auto Buying experts that test-drive and evaluate hundreds of vehicles each year. The "Top Cars for Teens" list focuses on vehicles that appease both parents and teens by combining attractive looks and performance with reliability, safety and a budget-friendly price.

About the 2012 SportageThe 2012 Kia Sportage offers value-, image- and safety-conscious consumers a striking design and a standout combination of fun-to-drive performance, the latest in-vehicle technologies, and an abundance of comfort, convenience and safety features at a tremendous value. The sleek and modern Sportage is available with a powerful and efficient 2.0-liter, 260 horsepower Turbo GDI engine that delivers class-leading fuel economy of 29 mpg on the highway. Inside the cabin, the Sportage features a host of available technology features, including Kia's new UVO Powered by Microsoft® hands-free, voice-activated infotainment system. The 2012 Sportage features a starting MSRP of $18,500.

Kia's Unprecedented GrowthKia Motors is one of the world's fastest moving global automotive brands; from 2009-2011 Kia launched more new vehicles in the U.S. than any other automaker, and under the guidance of chief design officer Peter Schreyer earned a reputation as an industry leader in automotive styling. Kia Motors America's full line of fuel-efficient and fun-to-drive cars and CUVs has earned critical acclaim and dramatically increased consumer awareness, perception and consideration for the brand. In 2011, KMA recorded its 17th consecutive year of market share growth, thanks in part to the largest increase of any major brand in perceived quality and the industry's highest brand loyalty ranking. Kia's U.S.-based manufacturing facility in West Point, Georgia - KMMG - is responsible for the creation of more than 10,000 plant and supplier jobs and builds two of the company's best-selling vehicles in the U.S. - the Sorento CUV and Optima midsize sedan*. Kia's value and technology-laden lineup also includes the Sportage compact CUV, Soul urban passenger vehicle, Optima Hybrid, Forte compact sedan, Forte 5-door compact hatchback, Forte Koup two-door coupe, Rio and Rio 5-door sub-compacts and Sedona minivan.

About Kia Motors America Kia Motors America is the marketing and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corporation based in Seoul, South Korea. KMA offers a complete line of vehicles through more than 755 dealers throughout the United States and serves as the "Official Automotive Partner" of the NBA and LPGA. In 2011, KMA recorded its best-ever annual sales total and became one of the fastest growing car companies in the U.S. Kia is poised to continue its momentum and will continue to build the brand through design innovation, quality, value, advanced safety features and new technologies.

Courtesy of The Sacramento Bee

Kia gets ready to roll with 2012 Vans Warped Tour

Kia Motors will kick off its fifth straight year as the official vehicle of the Vans Warped Tour, a music festival traveling to nearly 40 U.S. cities to entertain concertgoers with live performances from some of today's most popular punk and indie rock bands.

New at this year's show, Kia will sponsor two of the tour's main stages: The Kia Soul Stage and Kia Rio Stage. These platforms will be the sets for several tour bands, including "Taking Back Sunday" and "All Time Low." The Kia Soul will be displayed on a rig between the two main stages.

The Kia Soul gained popularity after its launch in 2009, when paw-tapping hamsters helped tap into a younger demographic, said Michael Sprague, Kia's vice president of marketing & communications.

"Fresh off the viral sensation 'Share Some Soul' campaign featuring LMFAO's hit single 'Party Rock Anthem,' the poll-topping Optima Limited Super Bowl commercial featuring Motley Crue's 'Kickstart My Heart' and our partnership with music sharing service Spotify, going back out on the road again with the Vans Warped Tour was an obvious fit as a way to maintain our status as a young, current and engaging brand," Sprague said.

In addition to two main stages, fans will be able to visit the Kia Soul Lounge, an interactive tent where concertgoers can participate in body painting, get autographs, listen to a DJ or make their own beat at the Create Your Own Beat music station. The music station allows visitors to make a short 15 to 30 second beat that will be uploaded into the master beat designated for each city.

Also at the tent is a social game called Find Your Tribe that allows attendees to receive one of 10 different bandanas and a code, which is used earn the tribe points and prizes after meeting other members around the festival with similar bandanas.

Additionally the tent will serve as a chance to receive information on Kia's complete line of vehicles, including next year's Soul and Rio models. Kia VIP passes will gain festival attendees exclusive access to a private viewing area near the main stages, and Steve Guttbinder, the Kia Warped Tour blogger, will be writing about the tour along the way.

"Kia is an innovative company that understands the culture of Warped, and their support allows us to bring back two main stages for the 2012 tour," said Kevin Lyman, Vans Warped Tour founder and producer. "We are happy to have Kia Motors onboard with us for a fifth summer as the 'Official Vehicle of the 2012 Vans Warped Tour.'"

The 2012 Warped Tour will begin in Salt Lake City on June 16, visiting 13 cities over seven weeks and featuring more than 90 artists.

Courtesy of OC Metro News

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Broadway Kia - Three (3 out of 3) Ratings on Google+ Local

• I stopped by this dealership being in the market to buy a new car and hearing good things about Kia Forte. Eric F helped me during the visit and he proved to be knowledgeable, well mannered and low pressure when it comes to closing , which I highly appreciate in a car salesman particularly. Good first impression + a very good location (as in close if you live in dt) for a car dealership. -Deep F.
• THE BEST DEALERSHIP I HAVE EVER BEEN TO!!!! I Almost Got A Car At One Of Those SHADY "Car Lots" On 82ND Street, But After I Realized They Were All A Bunch Of Jack Wagons And Trying To Screw Us Over We Decided To Go To A Real Dealership And Found Broadway Kia. And Got Amazing Customer Service From Derek And Richard... They Were Great, I We Will Defiantly Be Going Back. -Josh W.
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Broadway Kia - Two (3 out of 3) ratings on Google+ Local

• Fast, friendly and flexible. I went in hoping for a miracel on my trade-in, and I got it! Eric F. was knowledgable, and the sales team was quick and efficient. I'm going home in a new Rio today! Nice work, Broadway! -Mason R.

• THE BEST DEALERSHIP I HAVE EVER BEEN TO!!!! I Almost Got A Car At One Of Those SHADY "Car Lots" On 82ND Street, But After I Realized They Were All A Bunch Of Jack Wagons And Trying To Screw Us Over We Decided To Go To A Real Dealership And Found Broadway Kia. And Got Amazing Customer Service From Derek And Richard... They Were Great, I We Will Defiantly Be Going Back. -Josh W.