Palm Kia

Taking its cues from SUV styling, minivan seating and growing reliance on social media, Kia's KV7 concept debuted at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show. In the days preceding the official unveiling, Kia identified the KV7 as its take on the best way "to transport a large number of people and their belongings while also serving as a connected social hub for groups of friends and adventure-seekers."¹ The Korean automaker goes on to call…

Kia previously announced it surpassed its best-ever full-year sales total in only 11 months. Now, they've reported all-time record sales of 356,268 units. That's up 18.7 percent over 2009 and a 16.6 percent increase over the annual mark set in 2007.

KMA's sales were led in 2010 by the US-built 2011 Sorento, the brand's best-selling vehicle each month and the first Kia nameplate to eclipse 100,000 units…

Starting at around $18,000 (with options allowing you to hit upwards of $29,000) the updated Kia Sportage has become a world class ride. The Sportage's sharp lines, chrome window trim and sculpted tail give it a sleeker look, almost like a larger Kia Soul. Under the hood, a 2.4-liter four-cylinder  performs just as well in the heat of summer as it does during winter months.

Interiors on the vehicle come in…