The History of Kia

Kia Motors was founded in 1944. It was the first motor vehicle company to be founded in South Korea. They now own 13 manufacturing plants based in eight different countries which produce more than a million vehicles per year.

One of the lucky countries proud enough to have a Kia manufacturing plant is, in fact, the United States of America. It is located in the beautiful West Point. It is called the Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia and has been up and running since 2009. Currently they produce the Sorento and the Optima. A manufacturing plant is not the only thing that the United States has to offer Kia, however. For the past fourteen years, Kia Motors America has recorded increased United States market share on a year to year basis. They also sponsor many American based companies, organizations, and residents such as, but not limited to, the National Basketball Association, the Women’s National Basketball Association, Atlanta Falcons, Blake Griffin, and X-Men. They also have manufacturing plants throughout Europe and in Mexico through which they are very involved. Lastly, they have a Defense program as well.

It goes without saying that Kia remains involved in the countries with which they do business and it is obvious that that business mentality is taking them far. Kia is thriving in the American auto-industry simply because they care (and create reliable, efficient and safe vehicles as well).

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Kia Introduces the Mud Bogger

At SEMA Kia introduced its Forte that they have turned into the Mud Bogger.  This is cool incarnate.  Check out this pic.

This really takes you back to the Dune Buggy’s that were so popular in the 70s and 80s.  Heck, it reminds me of the TV show I used to watch back in the 70’s called Wonder bug.  When a car company can take you back to fond childhood memories, they are striking the right nerve.

It’s all about the tire when it comes to running mud, and the Mud Bogger’s 28-inch off-road rubber certainly looks capable of slinging some serious sludge. Mounted on bright-white wheels, the look is equal parts agricultural and industrial, with a smidge of commercial ATV thrown in for good measure. Clearing the combo required a four-inch body and suspension lift and trimming the fenders; massive fender flares are riveted in place in an effort to keep the spray somewhat contained. A white tubular front bumper matches the wheels.

To prepare the interior for action, the carpet was removed and the entire floor covered in Line-X protective coating, a roll cage (powder-coated to match the wheels, natch) was installed, and a set of Sparco Evo II racing seats were bolted on in place of the stock units. A vinyl pushback top was fitted to ensure no passengers return to base unscathed by the torrent of mud.

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2016 Kia Soul

The 2016 Kia Soul ranks in the top 10 in Affordable Compact Cars, Hatchbacks and Affordable Small Cars categories.  There is no denying that it ranks #1 in fun.

The 2016 Kia Soul is both stylish and practical, according to critics, thanks to its comfortable, spacious and well-equipped interior. The Kia Soul comes standard with a six-speed manual transmission, and a six-speed automatic is optional. According to the EPA, the base 2016 Soul gets 24/30 mpg city/highway with the automatic transmission.  The Soul also earns praise for its confidence-inspiring brakes and quiet, composed highway ride.

The 2016 Kia Soul's interior is stylish according to reviewers, with top-notch materials and a long list of available features for the class. Auto writers also say the Soul's high-tech features are easy to use. The Soul has roomy front and back seats, critics report, and it has one of the most spacious cargo areas in the class. Standard features include a USB port, a six-speaker audio system, satellite radio and Bluetooth. Available features include Kia's UVO infotainment system, which can connect with your smartphone, a 4.3-inch touch-screen audio display, navigation with an 8-inch touch screen, a rearview camera, an Infinity audio system, HD Radio, push-button start, automatic climate control, a panoramic sunroof, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, leather seats, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, heated front seats, ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel and heated rear seats.

Come check it out today at Huffines KIA Denton 5150 S Interstate 35 E Denton, TX or give us a call at 940-321-2504 today!

2016 Kia Optima

When you know you have a great thing, you can’t wait to show the world.  That must have been the logic behind Kia deciding not to wait until the 2015 New York Auto Show to give us a sneak peek behind the curtain and show us the 2016 Kia Optima.

There appears to be subtle changes to the front of the latest offering as the shape of the headlights and other features have been slightly offered.  They did keep the bold tiger nose grille which is one of my favorite designs.  Along with the vertical fog lights make the front menacing to say the least.  They also have LED taillights with an integrated diffuser and a pair of heavy duty oval exhausts to round out the back.

Under the hood, Kia will continue to offer a standard, naturally aspirated 2.4-liter four-cylinder, as well as an optional 2.0-liter, turbo charged four-cylinder. Power for the engine will be 185 hp and 178 lb-ft, and the 2.0T will be 247 hp and 260 lb.-ft. Both engines have been retuned for fuel economy.  The car company will also offer a 1.6 liter turbocharged four cylinder accompanied with the company’s first seven speed dual clutch transmission.  This produced 178 hp and 19g lb. ft. of torque.  Kia continues to improve upon an already great product.  I can’t wait to sit behind the wheel of this one.

For more information on this and all of Kia’s great products, come by today at Huffines KIA Denton 5150 S Interstate 35 E Denton, TX or give us a call at 940-321-2504 today!

Huffines Kia of Denton and Diligence

What does it mean to be diligent and are you diligent in your life, relationships, business and activities?

Diligence is steadfast application and the virtue of hard work.  It is a constant and earnest effort to accomplish what is undertaken.

If you practice diligence, you are most likely successful and reap many rewards for your efforts.

I witness diligence on a daily basis and I find this quality to be invaluable.  I see my son being diligent at school and work; I see my daughter being diligent at competitive dance and I see my husband being diligent in every aspect of being a husband, father and provider.  Their payoffs are immense, and range from scholarships and top-notch grades; to trophies and awards; to success, happiness and financial gain.

Huffines Kia of Denton practices diligence in the industry and their hard work benefits not only their fine establishment but also the customers who patron them.  They are experts in the field and successfully position themselves in the marketplace.

Customer satisfaction is their number one priority and by employing qualified sales associates and highly trained service technicians, they meet and exceed their customer’s expectations throughout the car buying process.  Diligence is the key for their stellar reputation and longevity.

The Huffines Auto Dealerships have been satisfying customers and forming lifetime friendships for over 85 years. They have been honored as the Auto Dealership Group of the Year, by the Consumers Choice Award for Business Excellence for the last five years. Their customers tell them they are a great place to do business. In 2011 and 2012, The Dallas Morning News awarded them the honor of the Top 100 Places to work in DFW. Their team members tell them they are a great place to work.

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