Thursday, 25 April 2013 09:07
Kia lets you hatch the all-new 2013 Carens on Twitter; Prices published before launch
We seriously believed that the Columbian Autocar Corp. (CAC), the Philippine distributor of Kia, would be launching the all-new 2013 Carens at the 9th Manila International Auto Show (MIAS). Well, we were wrong. Now they tell us that stocks are not expected to arrive until May or June. And to mark its arrival, they're asking you, yes you, to help hatch the newest member of the Kia family. Yes, hatch... like an egg.
Although the contest has nothing to do with the all-new Carens, you do get to win some cool prizes from Kia such as a fun-filled day at Enchanted Kingdom or the Manila Ocean Park. Here's how to join.
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Tuesday, 19 February 2013 08:01
Kia's new after-sales service program treats customers like Family
Kia has been making cars that are at par with their Japanese, American, and even German counterparts for quite some time now. And the Columbian Autocar Corporation (CAC), Kia's exclusive distributor in the Philippines, is proud of being able to provide world-class vehicles to its customers. But their commitment doesn't end there. Of course, they also want to deliver exceptional after-sales service to make the loving relationship last.
This is Kia's new “Family-like Care” program, where their customers get to enjoy being treated with the same dedication and care given to family members.
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Thursday, 17 January 2013 08:13
Kia Means Business, Pushes 2012 sales up by 57.4% in the Philippines
In recent years, Kia has been building cars that can already go toe-to-toe with its Japanese, American, and even European counterparts. But for some reason, the upgrade hasn't really translated into sales here in Philippines. Well, their fortunes have definitely changed in 2012 when the Columbian Autocar Corporation (CAC), Kia's exclusive distributor in the country, ended the year with an awesome 57.4% year-on-year sales increase.
CAC managed to sell 7,527 units in 2012, or 2,745 cars more than they did in 2011. Better yet, the impressive sales jump bests all other automotive brands in CAMPI, in terms of percentage of course. Beat that!
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Monday, 26 November 2012 06:13
Play your Beats and win a brand new Kia Picanto on Facebook
To celebrate more than 150,000 “Likes” on Kia Motors Philippines' Facebook page, Columbian Autocar Corporation (CAC) is letting you play a 'A Different Beat' to win an Apple iPad and even a brand new Kia Picanto.
“Like” their page and play Kia BeatPop - a match and swap puzzle mini game which you can play from November 7 to December 30, 2012. And when you reach a certain number of points, you're given five additional sound effects to use for your Kia Beat.
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Friday, 16 November 2012 07:58
Kia's Forte sedan and Koup make a come-back; now cheaper than ever
Words and photos by Jose Carlo R. Sapera
Columbian Autocar Corporation (CAC), the official distributor of Kia in the Philippines, introduced the Forte as both a four-door and a Koup over two years ago. Armed with a 2.0L engine and handsome looks, it was Kia’s card to the competitive compact car segment. Sadly, it proved very difficult to convince people to actually buy one because of its steep P1.3-ish million tag price. But after a brief hiatus, the Forte is back with a bang!
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Thursday, 08 November 2012 09:37
Rio 1.2 SLX: Kia kicks the entry-level 4-door Rio a notch higher
Words by Jose Carlo R. Sapera | Photos courtesy of Columbian Autocar Corporation
Early this year, Columbian Autocar Corporation (CAC), the official distributor of Kia automobiles in the Philippines, finally launched the all-new Rio. It was made available locally in three trims: the entry-level 1.2 LX sedan, 1.4 EX sedan, and the sexy 1.4 EX hatchback. Each variant was designed to cater to every buyer’s budget and preference. Well... almost.
For those on a tight budget who finds the LX too basic for their taste, CAC added a new variant to the Rio line-up just for you. Please take a close look at the new Rio 1.2 SLX four-door sedan (we like to think that the extra “S” stands for “Super”).
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Wednesday, 03 October 2012 08:35
KIA offers up to 50% service discount for flood victims
With this year's hyperactive monsoon season, it's not an uncommon sight to see the roads of Metro Manila underwater within just a few minutes of a downpour. And wether you were informed or not, there are some unlucky few who have had their cars damaged by the floods. Well, if you drive a KIA, you're in luck because the Columbian Autocar Corporation (CAC), the exclusive Philippine distributor of the Korean car brand, is extending a helping hand to aid owners of flood-damaged KIAs.
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Friday, 14 September 2012 08:44
Korean Pride | 2012 Kia Rio 1.2 LX MT Sedan
Words and photos by Niky Tamayo
The very first media test unit I ever drove was a Kia Rio back in 2006. It was a taxi-spec Kia Rio, in white. The only luxuries were air-conditioning, power-steering, and a radio. It had wind-up windows, hubcaps, and a price-tag not much higher than a Kia Picanto. Despite the low price, not many buyers bit. The spartan interior and lack of toys meant that it was more popular with taxi services than private buyers. And even then, taxi services often went for the 1.5 liter diesel Accent over the 1.4 liter gasoline Rio.
With the new-model roll-over, Kia reintroduces the taxi-spec Rio at the same sub-P600,000 price-point. It's still pretty basic. But it now comes with a 1.2 liter engine, shared with the Hyundai i10. Most people might see this as a disadvantage, but the expected savings in fuel could make it an even more attractive proposition for taxi-operators everywhere.
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Friday, 31 August 2012 09:53
Kia previewed the 2014 Sorento at the 4th PIMS, did you catch it?
Words by Niky Tamayo | Photos by Christopher Kho
At the recent 4th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS), Kia’s booth was a stand-out, in more ways than one. Show-goers might be forgiven, however, for missing the new facelifted 2014 Sorento. In many ways, it looks a lot like the current 2012 Sorento.
That’s not quite a bad thing. The current model is a hit. It’s powerful, stylish, and very affordable. With the smooth 2.4 liter Theta II gasoline powerplant and the astonishing 190 horsepower 2.2 liter R-eVGT diesel, the Sorento is already a compelling package. You know how the saying goes: “If it ain’t broke, don’t break it.”
But of course, it would be cruel to leave things unchanged...
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Thursday, 23 August 2012 10:13
Kia reveal is prime; All-new Optima deployed for duty at 4th PIMS
Words by Niky Tamayo | Photos by Christopher Kho
Twenty years ago, Kia was an unknown quantity in the Philippines. Under the helm of Columbian Autocar Corporation (CAC), Kia Philippines started out by building and selling the Kia Pride, a dinky little contraption borne of an engineering partnership between Ford, Mazda, and Kia. This tiny little terror built Kia’s reputation as a competitive maker of cheap cars.
Sometime later, Kia merged with Hyundai. They started making “not-so-cheap” cars. And then they shanghaied Peter Schreyer to head their design department and they transformed, seemingly overnight, from a spunky wallflower into a stylish, sporty alternative to the mainstream.
Kia Philippines now offers everything from stylish super-minis to rip-roaring diesel SUVs. Where do you go from there? Start selling a halo car, of course. And at the 4th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS), the Kia's all-new Optima’s HID and LED Halo shined pretty brightly.
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