Reminder: 1.9% APR (for 36 months) on all 2012 Forte Trims!

• Special Low 1.9% APR (36 Months) plus $1,000 Bonus Cash at $28.60 per $1,000 financed for qualified buyers.
• Special Low 2.9% APR (60 Months) plus $1,00 Bonus Cash at $17.92 per $1,000 financed for qualified buyers.
• Special Low 3.9% APR (72 Months) plus $1,00 Bonus Cash at $15.60 per $1,000 financed for qualified buyers.

Forte 4-Door Models Only (excludes Forte Koup & 5-door)

1.9% Annual Percentage Rate (APR) up to 36 months. 2.9% Annual Percentage Rate (APR) up to 60 months. 3.9% Annual Percentage Rate (APR) up to 72 months. APR financing available, subject to credit approval by Kia Motors Finance (KMF) [Hyundai Motor Finance (HMF) in Massachusetts and D.C.], through KMF/HMF, to very well qualified buyers and not available on balloon financing. Only a limited number of customers will qualify for advertised APR. Down payment will vary depending on APR. Bonus Cash from KMF/HMF must be applied as a down payment. Must take delivery from a participating dealer and from retail stock from 3/1/2012 - 4/30/2012. New vehicles only. This incentive is for a limited time offer on eligible Kia vehicles and may not be combined with other special offers except where specified. Dealer contribution may vary and could affect actual monthly payment. See your participating Kia dealer for more details on these special offers. Finance contract must be signed and dated no later than 4/30/2012

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The Kia Picanto Then and Now – A Design Transformation

Time for another trip down memory lane, but this time in Kia's one and only Picanto. Check out how this small city car grew to win over drivers across the globe, as well as judges for the 2012 red dot design award.

1999 (a.k.a. “Visto”)

Here it is folks – Kia's very first Picanto, but it wasn’t called the Picanto just yet. It was commonly known as the Visto in the domestic Korean market, but was badged under the Hyundai brand with model names such as Amica, Atos Prime and Atoz for several overseas markets.

2000

The 2000 edition got a bit heavier in weight, but still racked up an impressive 41.8 miles per gallon (US) and retained the same engine as the 1999 model.

2002

You can start to see a little bit of today’s Picanto take shape here. This model still retained the same engine, but got lighter in weight, which increased its miles per gallon performance to 50.5.

2004 Picanto

Goodbye Visto, hello Picanto! The Picanto, known as the Kia Morning in the domestic Korean market, featured new styling, spacious interior and multiple engine options: 1.0 and 1.1 liter gasoline and a 1.1 liter  diesel.

2007

There was a major face lift in 2007 thanks to our design team who created a more prominent and rounded front and deeper rear bumper.

2008

Kia Picanto’s lead designer laid down a strong design foundation and began to shape the car towards a recognizable Kia identity. The 2008 Picanto boasted a whole range of upgrades, especially in exterior styling with new front and rear bumpers, headlights, rear clusters, hood and electrically adjustable wing mirrors.

2010

In 2010, Peter Schreyer, Kia’s Chief Design Officer, began to put his design touches on the Picanto. Some additional styling changes gave the city car a fresher face with exterior enhancements including two-tone bumper and waistline body color molding. The Sports Pack edition featured the signature family-look Kia grille and sportier front/rear bumpers and side sill molding. It also became available in a new exciting Lime color and 15” black flower alloy wheels were offered as an option.

2011 – Present

The power to surprise continues with new and dramatic design changes. The present day All-new Picanto features overall proportion changes along with an extended wheelbase and greater passenger space to enhance comfort and a feeling of sportiness. The main concept and design theme is “distinct & modern,” which emphasizes sophisticated styling that has the power to turn people’s heads when they see the sporty city car drive past.

 Article and images courtesy of Kia Buzz.

Your Monday Maintenance Tip: Don’t fill up if you see the tanker

If you happen to see a gasoline tanker filling the tanks at your local gas station, come back another day or go to a different station. As the station’s underground tanks are being filled, the turbulence can stir up sediment. Sediment in your gas can clog fuel filters and fuel injectors, causing poor performance and possibly necessitating repairs.

This Maintenance Tip is courtesy of Reader's Digest.

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Kia Optima Dunks Over Blake Griffin

An expert dunkologist tests the theory that if Blake Griffin can dunk over a Kia, a Kia can dunk over Blake Griffin.

Video courtesy of Kia's Youtube Channel.

Today's Daily Deal: A 2009 Honda Accord LX with just 25,202 miles on it for only $18,295!

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Best Bang for the Buck: Kia Sportage Crossover (MSN Auto News)

Kia Sportage

Price: $18,500

The Sportage is the best value for a traditional, SUV-style crossover. It's available in four trims: Base, LX, EX, SX. Base front-wheel-drive models offer 6-speed manual transmissions, while uplevel models feature 6-speed automatics exclusively. Kia offers an optional turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine that belts out 260 horsepower in the SX. Uplevel models start as FWD but can be upgraded with Kia's optional DynaMax all-wheel drive. The Sportage is a sharp-looking, multitalented, mechanically sound SUV that can be ordered as a miserly commuter or as a zippy road warrior. The cost of AWD is $22,300.

Article and image courtesy of MSN News.