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This geeky mom loves cars and likes to go fast, but is also all about practicality. From experiential car reviews to auto maintenance tips for teens we cover a variety of car topics for the average person.
Kia Motors America (KMA) unveiled three all-new fuel efficient designs to the brand’s growing line-up of eco-friendly vehicles today at the Chicago Auto Show, including the all-new 2017 Niro Hybrid Utility Vehicle, the 2017 Optima Hybrid, and the all new 2017 Kia … Read more
Today’s families are more active than ever and it seems that despite family size shrinking, cars no longer fit the bill for our lifestyles. Instead, more of us are looking into the crossover and SUV market in order to find … Read more
Since I was first introduced to the Kia brand about four years ago, I’ve been continually impressed with their products. They’re constantly raising the bar for the vehicles they present to consumers by packing more technology, more value and better … Read more
For most the idea of a driverless vehicle or self driving car is a concept better left on the big screen. However what many people don’t know is that engineers, researchers, and automotive companies have been working toward making autonomous … Read more
Kia is one of the great automotive success stories. The Korean carmaker rose from from dead last in the J.D. Power Initial Quality Study of 2001 to a lofty second place in 2015, behind only Porsche. And while consumer reports … Read more
Having a teen driver in the house is a big adjustment for everyone. A teen sees a car as freedom. Freedom to hit the open road, freedom to get their first job and freedom to escape with friends. A parent … Read more
My 40th birthday month was everything I wanted it to be, filled with travel, family, friends and adventures. The national press launch of the 2016 Kia Optima held in Aspen, Colorado ended up being right smack in the middle of … Read more
Volvo is a warm fuzzy brand — so uncool it’s cool — boxy, plodding but safe, with memories of soccer practice and trips to the grocery store. Well put the windows down and buckle up. The 2016 S60 Inscription is … Read more
So it has begun…The Great Multi-Purpose Vehicle debate of 2015. Now, that I am part of my own family unit, including a dog, I have been forced to admit that I can no longer drive a standard car. I need … Read more
As a new Mom, my focus in life has shifted greatly, and the safety of my son has become priority number one. This has made me look at my daily commute in a whole new way. I need a car … Read more
Kia Motors America is helping celebrate the brave men and women that have served our Nation. This May, Kia will support Run For The Wall, a special event to promote healing and accountability for those that have served our country. As a way to … Read more
It wasn’t that long ago that I sat impatiently on the couch as my mother opened her Mother’s Day present. “It feels like a book,” she said feigning enthusiasm. “Just open it, already!” I shouted. As she pulled off the … Read more
Saturday morning arrived and with it came an ideal winter day in Florida. A light breeze was wafting thru the open window and temperatures promised to hit the 75 degree mark. It was going to be the perfect day for a family outing. … Read more
When Kia unveiled the new Trail’ster at the Chicago Auto Show last week it was to the rapid fire of shutters accompanied by collective praise across Twitter. It piqued the interest of those who doubted the Soul and had Soul enthusiasts demanding the … Read more
It’s back, car enthusiasts! The nation’s largest and longest-running auto show returns next week in Chicago, Illinois. This year marks the 107th edition of the Chicago Auto Show, and it’s sure to be bigger and better than ever. Taking place … Read more
The Chicago Auto Show isn’t until next week but automakers are already teasing us. Kia Motors America will unveil an advanced and capable electric all-wheel drive (e-AWD) concept vehicle. The concept cars are always one of my favorite features of … Read more