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Fall has finally arrived, and if you’re anything like the team here at King Kia of Laurel, you can’t wait to get your spook on this Halloween! Choosing a costume, carving pumpkins, and queuing up all your favorite horror movies is one way to get into the spirit! But, King Kia of Laurel has a couple of tips to help you really take your Halloween experience to the next level! Bring the spooky spirit wherever you go by decorating your vehicle! Take a look at our tips below and enjoy your all-hallows eve in style this year! King Kia of Laurel’s Halloween Decorating Tips: Driver safety should be your top priority. While decorating your ride should be fun and freaky– if you plan to keep driving it through the season make sure your decorations are safe for both you and the drivers around you. Keep your lines of vision clear, refrain from hanging items from your interior and exterior mirrors, and secure any outside fixtures tightly! DIY decorations to save some money You don’t have to put a dent in your wallet to decorate your ride! If you’re feeling creative, you can make many of your decorations with household items like construction paper, cardboard, and styrofoam! Plus it’s a great activity to keep the kids busy on the weekend! Match your car's decor to your costume! The duo costume possibilities are endless! Make your ride into the ultimate prop to really make your Halloween POP!

Kick-off this September Football season right with these exceptional offers from King Kia of Laurel! Our friendly and knowledgeable sales staff have the playbook and expertise to get you the brand-new 2022 or 2023 Kia you're looking for! And our expert squad of service professionals will keep your vehicle in the game and on the road! Visit our showroom at 14921 Baltimore Ave, Laurel, MD 20707 for a test drive, or check out our inventory online and find the perfect Kia for your drive! Our dealership of dedicated, friendly professionals can't wait to show you why we’re a winning team!

Summer is really starting to wind down, but there’s still time to take the family on another adventure! And what fun would a family trip be without the WHOLE family– furry friend included!Today is national dog day which means it’s the perfect time to plan your next getaway with your pup! Is it starting to feel a bit too packed in your car with the kids, all the adventure accessories, and your dog? Well don’t worry, King Kia of Laurel has spacious, modern, and stylish SUV options for you to choose from! Upgrade to a 2022 or 2023 Kia SUV model today and take on your next trip with the confidence that you’ll have everything you need- including man’s best friend! Browse our available inventory online and come into King Kia of Laurel at 14921 Baltimore Ave, Laurel, MD 20707, for your test drive today!

Kias has mastered the combination of fuel efficiency and speed in the brand new 2023 Kia EV6 GT! And if you tune in to Kia’s live reveal via their youtube page tomorrow, August 19th at 11:50am you could be one of the first to experience this groundbreaking model! This zero-emission race inspired ride boasts 577 horsepower across its two motors, which delivers a 0-60mph time in just over 3 seconds. Enjoy an incredible 240 mile range on full charge and take your EV6 GT’s all the way up to 161 mph with precise capability while in drift mode! So, grab your popcorn, get comfortable, and prepare to get a glimpse of the latest and greatest model Kia has to offer!

When night falls, your headlights are your best friend. Whether your headlights have been dimming lately or just aren’t working their best, we want to take a few minutes to help diagnose what might actually be going on. So, let’s get started and if you feel way in over your head at any given point, schedule a service appointment with the King Kia of Laurel team and let us take care of your headlights! We hope to see you soon! What’s Dimming Your Headlights? First things first, cleaning your headlights could really solve most driver’s issues when it comes to dim headlights. And in the event that your headlights are foggy, there are plenty of ways to fix this even from the comfort of your own driveway. But we do recommend having your headlights replaced altogether to ensure that no moisture continues to cause a foggy look and make it difficult to see the night road. If your lenses look dull, this could mean they have become oxidized. This means your headlights have dulled due to wear and tear from the environment. Reconditioning your lights could be the simple solution to this pesky problem! Plus, you can do this from the comfort of your own driveway. Grab an abrasive and a polish to remove the layer of oxidation off the plastic. And, voila! Need help? Give us a call and let our team take care of this for you! After cleaning your headlights, if you still feel that they may be dim, it’s probably a good idea to swap out your bulbs for fresh new ones. We recommend upgrading to LED capsules or HID’s to give yourself a bright view if you currently have halogen bulbs. HID lights do require a bit more effort in order to be installed but our team can take care of that for you so no need to worry! In the event that only one bulb has burnt out, we recommend replacing both bulbs immediately to ensure that there are no additional underlying issues in your system. When it comes to your headlights, it’s important to be proactive and make sure your vehicle is safe and doesn’t have any damage happening in places that you are unable to see.

Looking for a great deal on a pre-owned car? King Kia of Laurel has you covered! We have OVER 50 vehicles for you to choose from, so you're sure to find the perfect one for your needs. Plus, our team is committed to providing excellent customer service, so you can count on us to help you find the perfect car and get started on the financing process. Stop by the King Kia of Laurel dealership at 14921 Baltimore Ave, Laurel, MD 20707, today and let our dedicated team give you the royal treatment! King Kia’s Available Pre-Owned Inventory: 2017 Kia Forte LX Mileage: 112,051 Today’s Price: $11,988* 2015 Kia Optima Hybrid EX Mileage: 89,413 Today’s Price: $14,988* 2017 Kia Sportage EX Mileage: 77,397 Today’s Price: $18,988* 2017 Kia Sorento LX Mileage: 50,947 Today’s Price: $20,688* And MANY MORE!!! * See our Used Inventory Page for full offer details!

Routine maintenance is essential for keeping your vehicle running smoothly and avoiding costly repairs down the road. That's why King Kia of Laurel is excited to offer our excellent vehicle services for LESS this July! Our friendly and experienced service technicians are knowledgeable about all things Kia, up to date on all certifications, and will have your vehicle in tip-top shape in no time. Take advantage of our Service Specials, schedule your service appointment using our convenient online portal, and hit the open road with confidence this summer! King Kia Of Laurel’s July Service Specials: Essential Full Synthetic For Only $99.95* Power Steering Fluid Service For Only $129.95* Coolant Flush Special For Only $159.95* Brake Special Receive $50.00 Instant Rebate* Transmission Fluid Exchange Service $265.00 After Instant Rebate* Breathe Easy Filter Package For Only $99.95* And MANY MORE! * All Offers Expire 7/31/2022. See our Service & Parts Specials Page for full offer details.

With its comfortably spacious interior, its comprehensive suite of active safety features, and it’s excellent driving range of up to 310 miles, is it any surprise that the 2022 Kia EV6 was named the “Best Electric Vehicle” of the year? These exhilarating model surpassed 82 hybrid, plug-in-hybrid, and electric vehicle competitors to earn this high honor from the U.S. News & World Report! Conceptualized as the flagship model for Kia’s groundbreaking ‘Plan S’ electrification strategy that sees the manufacturer strive to deliver 11 all-new electrified models across the world by 2026, the 2022 EV6 has been an unprecedented success since its launch earlier this year. In March alone the incredibly popular EV6 sold more than 3,100 models across the United States. Take one of these models out for a spin of your own today at King Kia of Laurel! It’s as easy as exploring our available inventory online, scheduling your test drive, and stopping into our dealership located at 14921 Baltimore Ave, Laurel, MD 20707, to get behind the wheel of this electrifying model today!

At King Kia of Laurel, we strive to offer our customers the very best service. Whether that is servicing their vehicle, purchasing parts, or upgrading their ride. This week that service is focused on helping you get the most and very best out of your test drive with our team. Below are a few tips to help you get started. And as always, if you have questions, we encourage you to reach out to our team or stop by the dealership! We are here for all of your vehicle needs. Schedule your test drive with King Kia of Laurel today! King Kia Of Laurel Guide To A Successful Test Drive: Understanding what the test drive is The #1 goal of a test drive is to see if the vehicle is a good fit for you and your family. While spending a lot of money on a new vehicle, it’s important to ensure that the vehicle you’re test driving is really the right one and worth the money you’re going to spend. Take your time with the vehicle, go over all of the features, and don’t be pressured into purchasing something you don’t love through and through. Listen to the experts While your opinion matters most, there is also a time and place to listen to the car experts when it comes to features like comfort, convenience, power, etc. Car reviews can be a great source of information and can offer great insight that you perhaps didn’t notice during your test drive. Drive the vehicle as if you own it One mistake many new car buyers make is not driving the vehicle on your daily commute. We encourage you to take advantage of this time by driving back roads, busy streets, or highways if they are typically in your daily commute. This will help you get a better feel for how the ride will be once you purchase the vehicle. Don’t let shiny features blind you Oftentimes, buyers are blinded by specific features or price points. Don’t let this be you. Take all of the features into consideration before making a final decision. It’s a great idea to make a list of features that you’re looking for in a vehicle and check them off as you go.

Have you been looking for a dependable ride that won’t break the bank but, coming up short at every other dealership? We here at King Kia of Laurel know that it’s been harder than ever to find the right vehicle for your lifestyle and budget! But, that’s where we come in! We’ve got some incredible used vehicles of various makes, models, and trims for you to browse through today! And the best part is? They won’t put a dent in your wallet! Take a look at some of our exciting offers below, pick the right ride for you, and schedule your test drive at King Kia of Laurel today! King Kia Of Laurel’s Available Vehicles For UNDER $20,000: 2017 Kia Forte LX Mileage: 112,046 Today’s Price: $13,688* 2019 Kia Forte FE Mileage: 44,125 Today’s Price: $17,888* 2015 Kia Sorento SX Limited Mileage: 86,242 Today’s Price: $18,995* 2012 Jeep Liberty Limited Jet Mileage: 115,063 Today’s Price: $12,495* And MANY MORE!!! * See our Pre-Owned Vehicles Page for full offer details!!!

Welcome to the first of King Kia Of Laurels Blogs! If you hadn’t noticed, our dealership has recently changed its name from Laurel Kia to King Kia Of Laurel after our incorporation into the King Automotive Family! With our title change we figured it was a good time to start up a new forum where our community can find the latest Kia news, Special Offers on Select models and Services, Community updates, Event Announcements, and more! So stay tuned for more blogs to come and check out the exciting 2022 Inventory available on King Kia Of Laurel’s lots today!