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It's no secret that automakers are ramping up their eco-friendly vehicle options and raising efficiency levels higher all in the name of saving several kinds of green. Kia is no exception.  However, enthusiasts might be interested to know that the innovative automaker isn't jumping on the hybrid train nor turning to plug-in electrics. Rather, Kia has kicked up its efforts in the realm of fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV).

Over a decade ago, Kia engineers tested out their FCEV legs with a specially-made, experiential Sportage. Fast forward to today and the savvy minds at Kia have put together…

Perhaps enthusiasts in the Midlothian area are already very familiar with the current Kia Forte. But for those who aren't, Pence Kia is happy to jog your memory. Available in sedan, koup, and hatchback body styles, the 2013 Kia Forte presents a smooth, clean exterior with all the right automotive elements on the inside.

While Pence Kia is certainly satisfied with what this current auto has to offer, we have to divulge a secret. The Kia Forte is about to get even better for 2014. Unless of course, you don't consider a more sophisticated, sleeker appearance better...

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The 2013 Kia Optima SX Limited is finally ready for a test drive, and we here at Pence Kia, serving the greater Midlothian area, are here to give you the inside scoop on it.

The all-new, top-of-the-line Optima model is a way for Kia to propel their brand image into the next tier of the automotive world. "This Optima shows buyers that value and upscale character need not be mutually exclusive," Tom Loveless, executive vice president of sales, Kia Motors America. "For this reason, the SXL stands apart from traditional competitors in the midsize segment."¹

But how exactly does…

The college graduation season has been finished for a few weeks now. We here at Pence Kia want to assist recent grads in their post-grad lives as much as possible which is why we want to bring attention to the website Total Car Score,  who has some wisdom for recent grads on their 'Top Cars for College Grads' list. We consider it sage advice, since the 2012 Kia Forte has been distinguished with honors from the website.

Models across different brands were ranked on their value, safety, and efficiency, along with a performance and style that would cater to the…

Even if you aren't an NBA fan it is quite possible you have seen a clip or footage of the 2011 NBA Slam Dunk contest when Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin successfully leaped and dunked over a Kia Optima to win the event. Right after the even finished the dunk went viral online and Kia quickly put together a TV spot showcasing the amazing feat in awesome slo-mo. Recently, this aforementioned commercial was honored at the 2012 Effie Awards, which highlights some of the most effective marketing efforts in North America each year.

The video (which happened to…

Three new Kia models, that are available to all drivers in the greater Midlothian area, have made their way on to NAGAguides list of the "Most Versatile 2012 New Cars Under $20K." They are the 2012 Kia Rio5, 2012 Kia Forte, and 2012 Kia Soul. Three vehicles seems like a lot for one automaker to have on one list? You might think that three vehicles is a lot for one automaker to have on one list. In fact, you are right as Kia is on the list more than any other automaker.

We here at Pence Kia, located at 11901…