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Happy Halloween from Van Griffith KIA!

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2013 Kia Optima Blake Time Travels - 1997 Football (Video)

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Watch Blake Griffin travel back in time using the Kia Optima to teach himself valuable life lessons.

Special offers at Van Griffith Kia

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Happy Monday! Be sure to stop by and see us this month to take advantage of our special offers. You can get 10% off any repair over $200 or $50.00 off a timing belt replacement! Hurry, these specials end on 10/31. Click here to get your coupon.

2013 Kia Soul Claims 2012 Active Lifestyle Award

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With more than 90,000 sales through the first nine months of 2012—up 18.7 percent over the same period last year—it’s obvious that the 2013 Kia Soul is attracting more than just hamster fans. The latest evidence for the Soul’s broad-based appeal? A team of some 70 hardcore athletes just helped pick the ninth annual Active Lifestyle vehicle awards, and they named the 2013 Kia Soul the winner in the Urban vehicle category. The unique recognition program is billed as “the only car-of-the-year program in the United States which combines the input of automotive journalists with elite and area athletes to determine which cars and trucks best meet the needs of buyers with active lifestyles.” The 2013 Kia Soul helps city-dwellers stay active by combining urban-friendly exterior dimensions with a highly versatile interior that can be stuffed with up to 53.4 cubic feet of gear; to put that into context, cargo capacity in the similarly sized Ford Fiesta maxes ou...

Get a years supply of Coca-Cola!

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Don't forget that with every purchase of a new KIA, you will get a years supply of Coca-Cola! If you are undecided and want to test drive a new KIA or if you get an oil change you will get a 12 pack of Coke. We look forward to seeing you!

Kia Grabs Brass Ring At Madison Square Garden

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Kia Motors America is extending and expanding its deal with Madison Square Garden, wherein Kia becomes a signature partner and official vehicle of the venue. The new partnership should give Kia some of what it has needed for years: awareness, affinity and positive brand perception. The deal gives Kia a big placement at the Theater at Madison Square Garden, tie-ins with the New York Knicks, the New York Rangers and the New York Liberty, and presence around college basketball and tennis, as well as the Concert Series at The Garden. The partnership also includes an expanded presence for Kia on MSG regional sports networks, MSG and MSG+, and integration on the Garden, Knicks, Rangers and Liberty websites. Also, Kia vehicles will be on show year-round with a custom-built display space in the lobby entrance to the Arena. Kia's Official Vehicle designation will include branding at the Arena for all associated sports events and the Concert Series. Kia gets digital and static signage throug...

Care and Maintenance Tips Keep Your Car Running in Top-Notch Condition

Clean the inside, too Vacuum and sponge your interior every time you wash your car. Dirt particles are abrasive, and spilled liquids, such as soda, can be corrosive.Vacuum your interior thoroughly with a powerful vacuum (small cordless models are generally too weak). Use the appropriate wand heads when vacuuming. The bare metal wand can mar and scratch surfaces. Sponge vinyl surfaces clean with a solution of mild detergent and water.

The Ride (Video)

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Check out the Grand Prize Winner from the Kia Motors "In My Mind" music video challenge.

2013 Kia Sorento "Call It" Commercial

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With its beautiful, jaw-dropping design and long list of available features, the 2013 Kia Sorento is anything but expected. Follow the Sorento, and all its beauty, as it navigates an urban jungle at night, to the tune of some equally stunning music.  

Here's A Tip To Extend the Life of Your Car

Go easy when you’re stuck. When stuck in mud or snow, don’t make the problem worse by damaging an expensive component. Gently rocking in an attempt to free the car is fine. But if it looks as though you’re really stuck, don’t keep at it. Throwing your car from forward to reverse repeatedly, as well as spinning tires at high speeds, can generate lots of heat and spell trouble for transmissions, clutches, and differentials. It may be cheaper in the long run to call the tow truck rather than risk big repair bills down the road. It’s a good idea to carry a traction aid in the trunk, such as sand, gravel, or cat litter.

Batman Comic Books Inspire Tricked Out Kia Optima, Making World Debut at NY Time Warner Center

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Kia Motors America (KMA) has teamed up with DC Entertainment and RIDES magazine to create a brooding, Batman-inspired Optima that goes on display this week at the Time Warner Center and signals the beginning of a 10-month partnership based on the iconic characters that make up the Justice League. Influenced by the artistry of comic book icon, Jim Lee, the Kia super hero vehicles will become a force for good in the world by raising awareness of DC Entertainment's "We Can Be Heroes" giving campaign, a relief effort to fight hunger in the Horn of Africa ( www.WeCanBeHeroes.org ). Fitting for the caped crusader's dark and mysterious personality, Kia's range-topping Optima SX Limited wraps cutting-edge technology and premium amenities in a sleek, aggressive design customized with several unique Batman elements. "Batman is one of the most popular Super Heroes of all-time, and showcasing in a fun and creative way Kia's top-of-the-line Optima SX Limited as a Batm...

2014 Kia Soul Electric Vehicle Confirmed -- Model Line-up Expansion Continues As Automaker Enjoys Increasing Sales

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Kia has announced that its next-generation Soul will offer the company's first all-electric powertrain. Slated for 2014 launch, details on Kia's new EV are limited but disguised Soul development prototypes have already been spotted performing shakedown tests near Kia's technical HQ located in Russelsheim, Germany, as well as on the roads of UK. Sources believe the electric Soul will make its public debut either at the Chicago or New York international auto shows. Beyond the Soul EV, Kia has pushed for fuel efficiency technology in other vehicles in its line-up as well. Two years ago, Kia first introduced its Optima hybrid vehicle, which features a 2.4 liter 4-cylinder engine mated with an electric motor producing 40-hp with a unique lithium-polymer battery. What's more, Kia has also developed an all-new range of diesel powerplants designed to meet Europe's new Euro 6 pollution regulations. According to Kia engineer, the diesel engines will prove expensive to manufac...

Come Test Drive A Kia And Get A 12-Pack Of Coca Cola!

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Hey fans! Stop by Van Griffith Kia to participate in our new Coca Cola promotion! If you test drive a new KIA or get an oil changed you will get a 12 pack of Coke. Or if you buy a new KIA you get a years supply of coke. We look forward to seeing you!

Kia Motors and DC Entertainment Band Together to Create a Fleet of Justice League-Inspired Vehicles for Hunger-Relief Effort

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Kia Motors America (KMA), one of the fastest-growing car companies in the U.S.[1] over the last five years, has joined forces with renowned comic book publisher DC Entertainment, to bring the World's Greatest Superheroes to life by combining automotive styling with comic book art.  The partnership, which will yield eight individually customized vehicles, harnesses the talents of legendary comic book artist and DC Entertainment Co-Publisher Jim Lee, who has collaborated on the design of each car with his vision for each iconic member of DC Comics' Justice League. Each core member of the Justice League line-up – Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, The Flash, Aquaman and Cyborg – has been matched to a Kia vehicle based on key attributes and character traits to create custom, one-of-a-kind rides to be unveiled over the next ten months at major auto shows and comic-cons across the U.S. The Kia-DC Entertainment partnership will yield a total of eight vehicles timed...

Van Griffith Kia - Coupons

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Hey fans! Be sure to stop by and see us this month to take advantage of our special offers. You can get  10% off any repair over $200 or $50.00 off a timing belt replacement! We look forward to seeing you.

2013 Kia Optima SX Limited "Appealing" Commercial (Video)

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Introducing the 2013 Kia Optima SX Limited with 18" chrome wheels, LED lighting, Nappa leather-trimmed seats, an electronic parking brake and sport-tuned suspension.

Care and Maintenance Tips Keep Your Car Running in Top-Notch Condition

Maintain your car’s battery. Maybe the manufacturer says your battery is maintenancefree, but don’t you believe it! Check your battery regularly to extend its life and avoid the hassle of being stranded with a dead battery.     Begin with the simple: keeping your battery clean. A dirty case can actually cause current to drain. Wipe with a damp rag. Use a mild detergent if necessary.     Next, clean the battery posts or terminals. Loosen and remove the negative cable (black or minus sign) first, then the red positive cable. Use a brass wire battery brush dipped in a paste made from a few tablespoons of baking soda and a little water.     Inspect the battery case for damage, such as cracks or bulges — signs that a battery needs to be replaced.     Reinstall the cables, positive first, and coat the terminals and clamps with a thin coating of grease to prevent new corrosion.