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The 2012 Kia Optima Limited: 'A Dream Car: For Real Life'

The 2012 Super Bowl commercials were some of the best we've seen in quite a while, and the Kia advertisements are no exception to this statement. One of the most memorable Kia ads this year was the "Drive the Dream" spot, which features a testosterone-based dream sequence featuring supermodel Adriana Lima, a giant sandwich, fighter Chuck Liddell, rocker Motley Crue, and professional bull rider Judd Leffew atop a giant rhino. Oh yes, and the Limited variant of the 2012 Kia Optima. Fred Anderson Kia, located at 9209 Glenwood Ave. Raleigh, NC 27618, can't forget that important piece!


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Kia Rio 5-Door Named 'Subcompact Car of the Year'


One of the best attributes of the Kia brand is its ability to appeal to a variety of different people in various walks of life. Recently, the Kia Rio 5-Door was named "Subcompact Car of the Year" by FAMA's "Mujeres Al Volante." FAMA is a Spanish modern lifestyle publication that recognizes vehicles that meet the standards and needs of American Hispanic women when they are searching for a new vehicle. The Kia Rio was recognized this year for its excellent standard amenities and features, its excellent fuel economy, appealing design, and strong family appeal.


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Kia Sparks Fantasy Thoughts with SuperBowl Ad


Kia has plans to target your deepest desires and fantasies with its new Super Bowl ad, which includes a supermodel (Adriana Lima), a fighter (Chuck Liddell), and a rocker (Motley Crue), along with a new Kia Optima (Limited trim) to represent what Michael Sprague, head of Marketing and Communications for Kia Motors America, calls "the ultimate man's dream," but he's quick to add, ". . . it's not offensive to women, either."1


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Automotive Job Openings Announced At Fred Anderson Kia of Raleigh

Kathe Schwab, HR Director for Fred Anderson Kia of Raleigh, says that sales are so great for the 2012 Kia line-up that they are looking for sales professionals to join their team! Kias are as much fun to sell as they are to drive! (And you don't have to be a sock monkey!) If you are customer centric, enjoy working with the public and want to be part of a great team, apply at…

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Two Kia Vehicles Earn Spots on MSN Autos' "Great Cars for Less than $20,000" List

The 2012 Kia Soul and Forte Koup may be two completely different vehicles, but they share on thing in common. If you're guessing that it's the fact that they're both available for a test drive at Fred Anderson Kia, you're close, but not quite there. Give up? Okay, here it is... Both new Kia models were recently featured on MSN Autos' "10 Great Cars for Less Than $20,000" list, proving…

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Ohio Woman Wins Kia Soul After Living In It For Three Weeks

Rachel Cothey of North Olmstead, Ohio recently walked away from a Kia dealership with a free (minus sales-tax) 2012 Kia Soul. . . after spending 21 grueling days in the vehicle. Halleen Kia, located in Cothey's hometown, recently held a competition with the new Kia as a grand prize. Cothey, Deanna Sutorius, and Vanessa Branch all lived, dined, and slept in the Kia for three weeks, in which time they overcame such obstacles as smelly feet…

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Kia Presents a Sporty Side at SEMA 2011

Kia presented a sporty group of cars at the 2011 SEMA show. And by sporty, we aren't talking about high-performance sports vehicles. We are just talking about basic sports cars.

One Kia concept car that stood out at the SEMA show was the brown-colored Retro Surf Rio5. Equipped with 17-inch, three-piece gold wheels; a wood-grain finished surfboard mounted on the roof, a wood front splitter, and board-short-inspired upholstery, it's a?

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Blake Griffin Performs Incredible Stunt in Kia Optima Ad

When Fred Anderson Kia, located at 9209 Glenwood Ave in Raleigh, North Carolina, watched the popular YouTube video of Blake Griffin slam dunking over a Kia Optima, we were thoroughly impressed. Griffin's remarkable stunt landed him an exclusive contract with Kia Motors, which now has lead to him starring in a television commercial that serves as a parody of his original slam dunk feat.

The new ad features Blake Griffin and the 2012 Kia?

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Kia Optima Named "Most Gorgeous Car under $20k"

Kia Motors has a lot to be excited about as they prepare for next year's production period. In the beginning of September the Kia Optima began being manufactured at Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia (KMMG). Additionally, in that same month, Esquire magazine praised the stylish, upscale design of the 2011 Kia Optima.

"The 2011 Esquire Design and Technology Awards" acknowledges 9 finalists within the automotive industry that they consider to be the most?

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Kia Sales Increase 37.1 Percent in 2011

Kia keeps on astonishing the media and car enthusiasts by continuously surpassing their expectations. The most recent news from the fast-growing Kia once more raises the bar. In only 9 months, Kia outshined former annual sales records and there are still 2 months left in this year!

Kia Motors America (KMA) recently stated that as of September of 2011, they have set new sales records for 13 consecutive months. The 18.4-percent (35,609 units?

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