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Summer is here, and its time to go fishing, camping, or water skiing. When people in Columbus, GA need a new or used vehicle to tow their favorite toys to the lake, they come to Kia AutoSport Columbus. We have a large selection of Kia SUVs that are plenty capable of pulling a load.

New Kia Sorento

If you'd like a midsize SUV, the new Kia Sorento has a gritty available 290-horsepower V6 engine and eight-speed automatic transmission. With this powertrain, Auburn drivers can tow up to 5,000 pounds - plenty enough to tow a good-sized boat or camper…

Don't look now, but Kia completely redesigned the Optima for 2021! But don't worry, it still promises to be the quality midsize sedan its always been, only better. Columbus drivers will notice right away that the new Kia Optima has a bolder, wider stance. In the rear, the Optima boasts a new hatchback look, a full-width taillight bar, and a refreshed bumper. Up front, people in Auburn will like how the Optima's signature tiger-nose grille is now wider and more eye-catching.

Kia didn't just give the new Optima a facelift. Its also expected to have more…

If your family is like many of those around the greater Columbus, GA and Phenix City, AL areas, then chances are good that you had a lot of major plans for the summer. However, with the current uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, a lot of folks plans are up in the air. Fortunately for you, we here at Kia AutoSport Columbus are always dreaming up great adventures for our guests. And if you've got a Kia Telluride on your side, we've got a list of the five best ways to use your Kia Telluride this summer, so you and your…

During this unprecedented and worrisome time, the Kia Autosport Columbus team is working hard to continue to help all our customers. We're proud to offer a pick-up/drop-off service for our customers and drivers throughout Auburn, Columbus and Opelika. When the time comes for either factory-required maintenance, a minor or major service appointment, a repair or a part replacement, we'll come to you and pick up your vehicle.

We'll drive your vehicle back to our service center and perform any service your vehicle req

These Internet financing applications can come in handy to those who lack the time to stop by our office. They can be beneficial for convenience, relaxation and concentration, too.

If you'll be traveling to the home of friends or family members for a holiday meal or you plan to donate food to local food bank, you've got to make sure that the homecooked treats get to their destination intact. Here are some helpful tips to make sure your food doesn't stain your car, prepared for you by the Kia AutoSport Columbus team.

If you are transporting foods in bowls or casserole dishes, cover the bowl with plastic wrap before securing it with the lid. This provides extra protection so that the food will meet a barrier…

Headlights are like the eyes of your car & when they're hazy, yellow, & foggy seeing well at night can be an issue: https://t.co/A7obBYU18M pic.twitter.com/YlDAOxKjqZ

— Autoblog (@therealautoblog) November 7, 2017

Keep in mind that things could go wrong on the road when you are on that long holiday road trip, and planning for them today will help to ensure you arrive at your destination sooner rather than later.

Be sure to pack some of the following safety-related items for the holiday road trip:

Use these travel safety tips to keep your holiday travels seamless: https://t.co/5qZkhGa2AJ pic.twitter.com/RpDvAnd4g2

— Cars.com (@carsdotcom) December 24, 2016

Halloween spirit can be shown at your local trunk-or-treat festivals. Many adults and kids are involved in a trunk-or-treat as it is a great social event. It's family-friendly and the kind of event you will remember for years to come.