While pumping out models like the Kia Forte and the award-winning Kia Optima, Kia Motors America has displayed incredible performance across multiple markets. September sales marked a best-ever 18.4-percent increase over sales at the same time last year. This feat put the automaker at a 13 month-long record sales run. Pretty impressive but not surprising considering Kia is one of the country's quickest growing auto brands.
How does an automaker find such success in a highly competitive industry? There are many variables that can offset the equation but the critical components for positive results in the auto world include strong brand identity, diverse production and the integration of innovative technology. Group President and CEO of KMA and KMMG Byung Mo Ahn echoes this formula and forecasts the future of Kia.
"Surpassing our previous annual sales record in less than nine months is the result of our dramatic brand transformation and our diverse lineup of stylish, well-appointed vehicles that offer modern technologies and outstanding fuel economy," he said. "Our growth and momentum will continue with the arrival of the all-new 2012 Rio 5-door in the next few weeks, which will join the Optima Hybrid as Kia's second vehicle to deliver up to 40 miles per gallon while also offering consumers class-leading horsepower and world-class design."1
Topping off 16 years of continuously increasing market share, Kia has made an impression beyond the U.S. borders. The automaker's sales have increased 45.9-percent in China and 20.6-percent in Europe with a total of 217,736 units sold worldwide last month.
Arapahoe Kia is proud to carry the thriving Kia brand at its 9400 East Arapahoe Greenwood Village, CO location. To test drive a top-selling new Kia model stop by today or contact us to set up a time that works for you. Also, be sure to stay tuned. Arapahoe Kia is dedicated to informing you of all the latest Kia news!
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