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A Look at the All-new 2022 Kia Sportage from Federico Kia

March 17th, 2022 by

For years, the Kia Sportage was one of the most popular small SUVs. Now the Sportage has been completely redesigned for the 2022 model year. With the complete redesign, the Sportage gets a whole new exterior look as well as some big updates when it comes to tech and performance. For those who want a small…

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Get to Know the 2022 Kia Forte

February 23rd, 2022 by

The 2022 Kia Forte is a model that will efficiently meet your needs if you are in the market for a compact sedan that is both versatile and practical. The comfortable cabin of the new Kia Forte provides comfortable seating for its occupants while retaining additional room for cargo in its trunk. The Kia Forte…

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Why Shopping for a Used Car Could be a Better Investment

January 26th, 2022 by

Shopping for a new vehicle is challenging these days in simply unprecedented ways. With inflation continuing to rise — as well as the prices of new vehicles — buying a used car instead of one that’s new could be exactly the right choice for you.   Used Vehicles Save Money While it might seem like…

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Winter Vehicle Maintenance Tips

December 24th, 2021 by

It’s no secret that the winter can be hard on your car. Between increased wear and tear, snow removal, salt, and the cold weather itself, things can go wrong with your vehicle. That is why now is a great time to start thinking about ways you can keep it safe this season!  At Federico Kia,…

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The Dangers of Driving with Low Oil Levels in Your Vehicle

September 14th, 2021 by

The engine of your vehicle uses oil in multiple ways. From the time that you turn your vehicle on to the time that you shut its engine off, oil is constantly circulating through the vehicle’s engine. Over time, however, with increased usage, the oil level in your vehicle’s engine will decrease. Driving with low oil levels in…

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How to Prep Your Vehicle to Trade-In

August 13th, 2021 by

Because a trade-in is a credit against the purchase of a new or pre-owned car, it can lower the amount that you need to borrow for financing. You benefit from fewer sales tax paid, lower monthly installments, and less total interest and total expense over a loan that is more quickly paid off. Here are…

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Advantages of Selling Your Vehicle to a Dealership

June 21st, 2021 by

The fun part about buying a car is browsing models on the Internet, going on test drives, and bringing home your best selection. The not-so-fun part is deciding what to do about your old model. You could try and sell it to a private party. Or you could also sell your vehicle to a dealership…

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Why Buy Used?

May 11th, 2021 by

There are no better transportation values than when you buy a quality used car with relatively low miles on the odometer. Many one-owner vehicles get treated very well until their owners decide to trade them in on new models. A quality used vehicle with low miles on it is a great candidate for a pre-owned…

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All-New 2022 Kia Carnival Available at Federico Kia

April 14th, 2021 by

2022 Kia Carnival Technology & Safety Highlights The 2022 Kia Carnival is loaded with technology and safety features. JD Powers scored the 2022 Kia Carnival an 8.3 out of 10. Infotainment & Connectivity The 2022 Kia Carnival comes with an 8-inch touchscreen you can upgrade to a 12.3 screen. The screen displays all the technology…

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Benefits of a Down Payment

March 20th, 2021 by

When you buy a car at Federico Kia in Wood River, IL, you need to decide if you’re going to contribute a down payment and if so, how much. There’s no question that if you forgo the down payment, you’ll spend less money out of pocket. But adding a down payment offers you many advantages….

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