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If you've been keeping up with Kia news via auto sources such as our blog, you may recall that Kia's dazzled us with DC comics designs of the seven Justice League superheroes (for those who are unsure, those heroes include Batman, Wonder Woman, The Flash, Green Lantern, Aquaman, and Cyborg) on new Kia vehicles we already rave about.

Let's take it back 10 months. The incentive for this awesome idea stems from…

Kia Motors America's done a lot since its time in the U.S., and today Barnett Kia is here to let you in on another great feat: Kia built its one millionth vehicle at the West Point, Georgia manufacturing facility on July 12, and we couldn't be any more proud.

The one millionth vehicle took the of a snow white 2014 Kia Sorento SXL. West Point's been producing Sorento models since 2009…

Kia never fails to impress us, but we have news that never gets old: record monthly sales. It's testimony of the hard work of our production workers, the work of the enthusiastic dealers who share these beauties with the rest of the community, and, of course, it's testimony of how well our Kia customers are having their needs delivered. The month of May reflected just that.

The South Korean automaker reported its best-ever…

If you're a fan of the fast track as well as our South Korean automaker, we've got two good pieces of news to share with you today. Kia conquered the checkered flag at the Detriot Bella Isle Grand Prix, Round Six of the 2013 Pirelli World Challenge (PWC) in Motor City in the first weekend of June. Kia driver Mark Wilkins was behind the wheel. That win, friends, is a historical moment. Kia…

When you have someone you know you want to spend the rest of your life with, leave it to Kia to help make your proposal all the more memorable. That was the situation for Stephen, winner of the "Sorento Serenades with Boyz II Men." As the title suggests, Stephen's girlfriend of two years, Nikki, had quite the surprise waiting for her after a romantic dinner.

Stephen had quite the moves. He impressed Nikki first…

Before we enter June, we have some news for you.

There's a reason why our new models are leaving showrooms across the nation: people want Kia, and they wanted it this April more than any other April. Earlier this month, the automaker announced that it achieved its best-ever April sales of 47,556 units.

To break it down, U.S. built Kia Optima midsize sedan was leader in sales for the 17^th consecutive…

Here at Barnett Kia of White Bear Lake we've been excited about the 2014 Kia Cadenza full-size sedan for quite some time now, and now we have more information about the brand's foray into the premium sedan market with this addition to its new lineup.  The Korean automaker has announced that the Cadenza will be priced from $35,900, which includes shipping charges, and will go on sale soon.

Are you looking for a dependable hybrid that won't disappoint you with its performance?  If so, your search can stop with the record-setting Kia Optima Hybrid.  The 2013 edition of this sporty, eco-friendly vehicle has a number of improvements over last year's version, and they have everyone here at Barnett Kia very excited.

We have a lot of customers come into the Barnett Kia showroom from all over the greater White Bear Lake area looking for a car that is safe, reliable, fun to drive, and most importantly, kind to their wallets.  The first car we recommend to these buyers is the 2013 Kia Soul, and we aren't the only ones who are smitten with this unique hatchback; Reader's Digest just named it to its annual "Best Car Deals Under $15,000" list.