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Finding the perfect vehicle can be difficult but when you choose King Kia, you can rest assured that our team is ready and willing to go above and beyond for all of your vehicle needs. In fact, we’re starting that right here on this week’s blog. We’d like to introduce you to the 2021 Kia Telluride and offer 10 features that you’re going to love in this new SUV. So, take a look, stop in for a test drive, and let our team right here at King Kia help you get behind the wheel. We hope to see you soon! 10 Features You’ll Love In The Telluride: Starting MSRP of $31,990* Seating for up to 8 passengers UVO link remote compatibility Kia Drive Wise comes standard Standard 3.8L V6 engine and 8-speed automatic Available Active On-Demand AWD Up to 5,000 lbs of towing capacity Available Nightfall Edition with black finishes for a unique look Available 10.25” touchscreen display Vote 2020 Car of the Year by World Car Awards *See dealer for full details. Find Your Telluride Here!

Clean up, clean up, everybody everywhere! Happy September friends! It’s time to clean up your ride and get ready to take on the new fall season quickly approaching us. Below is a list of three ways to clean up your vehicle. We hope you’ll put them to good use this September and if you’re ready to upgrade into a brand new Kia, hurry on in and let our team help you find the perfect new vehicle that fits your needs! Undercarriage Cleaning Many car owners always keep the visible parts of their vehicle clean and sparkly. But what about the undercarriage of your vehicle? While your vehicle’s undercarriage is always just inches off the ground, it’s important to clean up and get rid of any road-borne impurities that come in contact with your undercarriage. Especially with slush and road salt quickly approaching in the upcoming winter months. It’s important to clean it well, clean it often. Exterior Protection This is a little easier but still a task that takes a bit of elbow grease to complete and complete right. Impurities that lie hidden in moisture can lead to slowly eating away at your paint job, no matter how good it is. It’s important to ensure your car is waxed periodically and put that protective barrier between your paint and the elements! Interior cleaning Everything you tread on outside of your vehicle, always makes its way inside your car at one point or another. While it may be difficult to get out the vacuum and get into all the nooks and crannies, it’s extremely important to do so. Apart from the feeling that comes from being in a clean interior, you don’t want to find yourself with upholstery damage because you neglected to clean your ride. Get out that vacuum and make it sparkle. And a pro tip, add a new air freshener to freshen up the interior smell of your vehicle! Find A New Kia Here!

Hey, all Kia fans! Seasons are quickly going to change here in Gaithersburg and that means it might be time to stop in to see our team for a service appointment. What services should you be focusing on this upcoming fall season? Leave that to us! Below are four services we recommend that you pay extra attention to when you’re servicing your vehicle for the upcoming season change! Once you’re ready to schedule your appointment, head over to the link below to schedule and be sure to grab a service coupon off of our specials page before stopping in to see our team! Car Battery With the changes of seasons coming quickly, it’s a great time to stop in to see our team for a diagnostic testing to ensure that your battery is healthy and ready to take on the winter temperatures. Plus, ask to have your cables and terminals checked for corrosion and properly tightened. Winter is known for killing batteries, stop in and let’s have your battery properly maintenanced before the change of seasons! Headlights As our cars age, our headlights tend to become cloudy or even hazy, especially on vehicles that are continuously parked outside in the elements. While the days get shorter, we will be using our headlights much more these days which means it’s very important to ensure that your headlights are the brightest they could possibly be. Whether it’s a headlight conditioning, replacement of the bulbs, or replacing your headlights altogether, our team can assist you with all of your needs. Tires Responsible driving all starts at the tires. Monthly tread inspections can help you stay on top of when it’s time to replace your tires. If you have noticed that your tires are less than ⅛-inch of tread, then it’s time to upgrade. While all-season tires might be a cheaper option up front, choosing a set for both summer and winter, offers more well-rounded performance. Stop in to see our team and let us help you choose the right tires for your vehicle! Wipers Did you know that it’s a great option to replace your wipers every six months? Typically, your wipers should be replaced twice a year to ensure top performance. Before the fall season, it’s a great option to upgrade those wipers and choose a pair that are specifically designed for winter weather as we are quickly heading that way. Also, if you’re looking to extend the lifespan of your wipers, we encourage you to clean them with a paper towel and glass cleaner each time you stop to get gas. Schedule With King Kia Today!

June is here and that means you’re probably going to start taking road trips with friends and family. While we’re excited you’re getting out and about, we want you to be smart about adventuring. If your vehicle has been sitting a lot these days, it’s important to have that vehicle serviced and looked over by a trained technician because if we’re being honest, nothing is worse than a breakdown when you’re hitting the road. This week, we want you to check out our service offers and schedule an appointment when your schedule isn’t as busy! We look forward to working with you and when you’re ready to claim your service offer on our page. We look forward to working with you and your vehicle this June! Deluxe Car Wash & Disinfect - Only $35.00* Deluxe Car Wash & Disinfect Full - Only $149.95* Exterior Car Wash & Disinfect - No Charge!* Brake Fluid Service - Only $149.95* Cabin and Engine Air Filters - Starting At $39.95* Air Conditioning Evaporator Service - Only $99.95* Power Steering Fluid Service - Only $129.95* Buy 3 Tires, Get 4th For $1* *Offers expire 6/30/2020. See dealer for full details. Get Your Coupons Here!

If you’re ready to have an easy car buying experience, you’ve come to the right place. Right here at King Kia we are dedicated to ensuring that your time with us is hassle-free and easy from start to finish. This week we have listed out four ways that we’re making sure that experience is easy. Check out the details below and let us know if you have any questions or when you’re ready to get behind the wheel! Online Trade Appraisal If you’re looking to trade-in your old ride, no problem! Let’s do it online! Fill out our quick and easy form and get a quick appraisal for your current vehicle. And don’t forget to let us know you’ve received a quote from our online tool! Ability To Shop 24/7 Yup, around the clock, 24/7, no limits, no restrictions. You can browse our online inventory at your convenience. Whether you want to shop at 2 PM or 2 AM, you can find the perfect Kia that fits your lifestyle and needs when it’s most convenient for you! Schedule Appointments We know your time is valuable and we want to make sure you’re not wasting your time when you stop in to see us. That’s why we offer the ability for our customers to schedule appointments online for times and days that fit their schedule and are convenient for them! Monthly Offers Of course, everyone likes to save a little money here and there. We’ve got you covered in that category! With both new vehicle offers and service offers changing on a monthly basis, there’s always something waiting for each customer right here! Your Kia Waits Here! Click In To Browse

While there are a million and one reasons to love the 2020 Kia Sportage, we don’t have enough time to list them all out. And let’s be honest, would you read all of those reasons? Probably not! So, this week we will stick to only 10 reasons why the Kia Sportage is the perfect choice for you this spring! And don’t forget to ask us about current incentives happening right here at King Kia! Let’s get started! A starting MSRP of only $23,990* Dynamax™ All-Wheel Drive for wild adventures Wireless charging, Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, and premium available surround sound tech UVO link & Kia Access App help keep you connected to your Sportage Kia Drive Wise to help keep an eye out for all of your sides Four impressively fun trim options to choose from Available Smart Power Liftgate™ Dual-level cargo floor provides flexible cargo storage Available removable tray under the cargo floor Available panoramic sunroof with a power sunshade for wide-open views Think you might be ready to upgrade into a brand new Kia this spring? Give our team a call and ask us how you can while taking advantage of current Kia incentives. Right now you can upgrade and enjoy 120 days until first payment on select 2019 and 2020 Kia models. Plus, 0% APR for up to 75 months for well-qualified buyers*. Contact our team today and let us help you into a new Kia! *See dealer for full details. Find Your Dream Sportage Here!

Looking for a little help staying motivated this Spring? We have your tips right here on this week’s blog and we hope you’ll put them to good use while you’re being quarantined. We hope you and your family are safe and healthy. After checking out our tips below, contact our team today and let us help you upgrade your ride with ease. We hope to see you soon! Your Guide To Staying Motivated: Make A Playlist Having a great playlist with some of your favorite pump-up anthems can help keep you on track and motivated this Spring. Whether you’re cleaning your vehicle or working out, it’s great to have a go-to playlist. Track Your Progress Make a list or a plan, and stick to it! This can help you stay on top of your goals and complete any to-dos that you have set out for yourself. Team Up With A Buddy Having a buddy will help you stay accountable this Spring! We also know that having a buddy to count on will make your goals that much better when accomplished! Make A Schedule Having a schedule can keep you on track to completing all of your goals. Also, stick to it! Don’t make a schedule and forget it, stick to your schedule, and complete it on time! Reward Yourself Once you have completed whatever task or workout you’ve set out to do, don’t forget to reward yourself at the end! This will also help you stay motivated knowing that you’ll receive something at the end! Upgrade Into A New Kia Today!

You might have found yourself staring at the clock a lot more recently and if you’re anything like me, that can get a bit boring. So this week, we have put together a list of tasks to keep you busy! Whether these are something you’ve already thought about or they’re new to you, we encourage you to add them to the list, purchase the items online, and find a new hobby! And if you’re in need of upgrading your vehicle, our virtual sales department is open and ready to assist you! Just give our team a call to schedule an appointment for a time that best suits your needs and schedule. Or if your vehicle needs to be serviced, schedule a service appointment online today and be sure to check out our service specials online today! Spring Clean - this works for multiple reasons, spring clean your home, your Kia and your closet! Be sure to get rid of any belongings that are no longer serving a purpose! Exercise - just because you’re at home doesn’t mean you can’t get a good workout in. There are plenty of online workouts to follow or even taking a brisk walk is a great idea! Watch a New Show/ Movie - there are plenty of options out there for you to check out. Whether you are a Netflix lover or Hulu, there are more than enough choices for you to choose from! Chat with Family - whether it is FaceTime, Zoom or Skype, give your friends a call to check in with them and catch up. You can even play a game! Puzzles, Coloring Books & Word Searches - these aren’t just for kids! Order a few online and get everyone involved to help pass the time. These can also help kids learn new words. Our Virtual Showroom Is Open!

To our valued customers, We’d like to take this opportunity to thank you for your continued support during this difficult time. Like many of you, our family here at King Kia feels the weight of the current situation and we’re doing everything we can to ensure that we are here for our customers. In compliance with state and federal directive to pause all new and used car sales, we are still going above and beyond to assist our customers. With that being said, service and parts departments have been deemed essential services and our departments will and have remained open to assist you with any needs your vehicle may need in the weeks to come. We understand that this is a very trying time but keeping your vehicle healthy is crucial. We encourage you to schedule a service appointment with our team online today or you can give us a call to choose a convenient time that best fits your schedule. You can schedule below. In addition, while our new and used sales department is closed, we can still assist you in helping you find a vehicle that fits your needs. Whether you are looking for a little more information regarding a vehicle or simply have questions, we encourage you to reach out to our team at your convenience. You can fill out our online contact form or message us on our Facebook page. We look forward to serving you. Schedule Your Service Appointment Online Today!

Our Valued Clients, At this time when the news is dominated by the Coronavirus, I wanted to let you know that we are vigilantly implementing enhanced protocols to ensure your safety. We are closely monitoring the guidance of the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control regarding the spread of the virus. Our focus is to ensure we meet the needs of our customers while doing our part to keep you, our employees, and our communities safe. Here's what we're doing: We enhanced the techniques used to clean our vehicles. We are also cleaning and disinfecting our facilities frequently with sanitizing products. In addition, we are taking steps to ensure the welfare of our employees. This includes instructing employees who feel ill to stay home and consult their healthcare providers. We are also urging all employees to be vigilant about frequent hand washing. During this challenging time, many people have concerns about their public interactions. If you have a planned Service, Parts or Sales Visit, we look forward to seeing you and want to reassure you that we are doing everything we can to promote a safe and secure experience while you and your car are at King Volkswagen and King Kia. We truly appreciate the trust that you place in our team and our company. For any other inquiries, please call us at (301) 948-3330 / (301) 948-3333 Best regards, Jason Aschenbach General Manager Contact Us Today For Assistance!

It’s been a long winter here in Gaithersburg, and we’re happy that the temperatures are looking up! But with warm temperatures come spring driving tips that you need to refresh up on. Take a look at those below and if you’re in need of vehicle maintenance, stop in to see our team or schedule your service appointment online today! Be on the lookout for potholes We all know what a pothole is, at least I hope we do. Extreme weather takes a toll on our roadways and eventually leads to massive potholes on the road. Hitting one can lead to punctured tires, bent wheels, suspension damage, poor alignment, and exhaust damage. So steer clear from these devils to avoid expensive auto repair. Watch for animals and people on the move Spring is known for warmer weather which means animal activity and people start to emerge to enjoy the warmer temperatures. It’s important to take things slow, be aware, and mindful that you’re now sharing the road again with others. Pay attention in construction zones Spring is the busiest time when it comes to construction. We encourage you to be attentive, understand and follow signs, make safe lane changes, and of course, slow down when you’re passing through or approaching the zones. Upgrade Your Ride Today!

Treat your Kia as your valentine this February! This week we are bringing you a few ways to treat your vehicle right because we know you may not have been the best car owner and that’s ok. But this month, the month of love, we want you to show your Kia some love! So check out this list of sweet ways to treat your valentine (your Kia) and schedule your service appointment online today! A car wash Your vehicle might be looking a little dirty these days and it’s time to treat it to a car wash. Top to bottom, go all-in and don’t skip out on treating your ride to a bath this month! An oil change If it’s been a while, it might be time to treat your ride to some new oil and perhaps a new oil filter, too. We encourage you to stop in or schedule your service appointment online today! And don’t forget to check out our service specials to save when you stop in! Top off fluids As we get closer to spring break, you might be thinking about taking a trip somewhere and that means your ride needs all the proper fluids in order to perform properly. So ask our technicians to take a look at all of your vehicle’s fluids and top them off! New wiper blades We’re headed straight for a rainy season and if your wiper blades are beaten up, old or broken, they’re not offering their full potential to you. And it’s important to see clearly on the road when the rain starts to come down. Take a look at them and stop in for replacements! New Battery While we’re just coming out of January, and we think the cold temperatures might be behind us, that doesn’t mean the harm has already been done to our vehicle’s battery! And it’s important for you to stop in to have it checked and replaced so you’re not stranded with a dead battery! Schedule Your Service Today!