Camelback Kia Blog - News & Events

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.

It's official: Camelback Hyundai & Kia will be packing up and moving to an all-new facility. Their new stomping grounds will be none other than the old Showcase Honda building on 15th Street & Camelback Rd. and the relocation is slated to happen by late spring. The change is one that has been in the works for quite some time now and it's going to be a huge advantage for each dealership, giving them the opportunity to branch out and operate as two completely separate facilities for the first time.

Many big brands unveiled brand-new car concepts at this year's 2014 Chicago Auto Show, showcasing unique elements that could be the basis for future models to come. Kia fell in line and debuted their own personal concept they'd been working on known as Niro, an urban-friendly car with plenty of flair that can't be found in many of today's smaller cars on the road.

The Kia Soul lineup is going electric! The Korean brand that has become known for their quirky, fun Soul series recently debuted their new all-electric 2015 Soul EV model exclusively at the Chicago Auto Show. A first for the company, the electric vehicle produces zero emissions and falls in line with Kia's "Clean Mobility" program, which promotes eco-friendly transportation.

Kia is taking their philanthropic efforts to new heights by kicking off a venture with Pacific Marine Mammal Center, a non-profit organization specializing in marine mammal rehabilitation. The automotive brand has taken a quick interest in the organization and recently showed their appreciation for the new partnership by supplying the organization with a Kia Soul to be used exclusively for community outreach.