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The Camelback Kia 2014 Kia Soul Free Car Giveaway has come to an end and we are happy to announce that a grand prize winner has been chosen as the recipient of an all-new Kia Soul! The official victor of the contest won a 36-month lease on a 2014 Kia Soul Base, which is valued at over $6,000.

The 2014 Kia Soul & Optima have been recognized for their appeal in the automotive market, earning Vehicle Satisfaction Awards from marketing research company AutoPacific. A popular model under the Kia namesake, the Optima won for the second year in a row for Best-In-Class Mid-Size Car and the Soul took home its first-ever award for Best-In-Class Compact Car.

The 2015 Kia Forte is on its way and it's being offered in two trim levels for the new model year: LX and EX. Minor enhancements include additional interior room, revised ride quality and improvements in fuel economy, but overall, the sedan comes with the same outstanding features fans have grown to love, which have contributed to its award-winning history.

Fully functional and beautifully designed, the 2015 Kia Optima has arrived, exhibiting minor updates for the new model year. Available in five different trim levels, LX, EX, SX, SX Turbo, and SX-Limited, the midsize sedan continues to offer many of the same excellent features as its 2014 predecessor, along with a few new components that will better serve drivers and passengers during their commutes.

Over 20 Northwest Automotive Press Association journalists recently gathered in Snoqualmie, Washington, for the NWAPA's annual "Mudfest" competition - where a number of cars are evaluated on a variety of courses and awarded based on their performance - and we're happy to announce that the 2015 Kia Sorento took first place in the "Best Family Vehicle" category!

The 2014 Kia Soul has garnered extensive praise for its fun driving abilities since making its debut on the market, and now, its interior is receiving gratitude of its own. WardsAuto.com recently released their list of cars with the "10 Best Interior" on the market and the popular Kia Soul was one of the select few to make the final cut.

Vincentric, an automotive data analysis firm, recently announced the recipients of their 2014 Best Value in America Awards and we're happy to reveal that the 2014 Kia Forte Koup was one of the vehicles to earn this prestigious honor. The two-door beauty picked up the "Best Value in America" award in the Compact Coup segment, surpassing all other cars in the category, including last year's winner, the Honda Civic.

Kia is a brand that always strives for greatness and honors those who contribute to their success. One way they choose to celebrate their dealerships' yearly efforts is by giving out memberships to their exclusive President's Club, and we're proud to announce that Camelback Kia earned a spot in the prestigious union for 2013!

The idea of a 3D-printed car is already a fascinating concept, and come September, many will have the chance to see one built in person, because Local Motors has announced that they will be creating one live, with help from The Association For Manufacturing Technology, at this September's International Manufacturing Technology Show in Chicago!

Kia's very own flagship car, the 2014 Soul, has been snatching up awards left and right since its arrival on the market and About.com recently presented it with another accolade. The incredibly stylish Soul was included in the company's "Best New Cars of 2014" list and was praised for its incredible design, value and outstanding amenities.