Get ready to say “OOH” and “AHH” this Independence Day

Celebrate 4th of July 2018 in St. Augustine, FL 

Independence Day is almost here, and you know what that means, there will be a spectacular fireworks display over the Matanzas!  And that’s not all, there will also be plenty of entertainment, food and patriotic activities on 4th of July 2018 in St. Augustine, FL.  Read the rest of this entry >>

Family Kia Service Center in St. Augustine, FL with image of a mechanic doing work under a car

Where can I get my car services in Palm Coast?

Family Kia Service Center in St. Augustine, FL 

Sometimes it happens, your car is damaged, and you need a new muffler; or maybe it needs a standard service like an oil change or tire rotation.  Whatever it is, you can get your car fixed up and back on the road at our Family Kia Service Center in Palm Coast.  Our expert technicians work tirelessly to ensure superior quality for each of our customers.  Read the rest of this entry >>

front view of white kia optima on street

How safe is the new 2019 Kia Optima?

The Kia Optima is new for the 2019 model year and we at Family Kia of St. Augustine are excited to share with you everything the new Optima offers drivers! The new 2019 Optima has been refreshed both inside and out, and now offers new high-tech safety technology across every trim level. Keep reading to learn more about the Kia Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) that are now standard across all models of the new 2019 Kia Optima!

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flags on display for memorial day 2018

Don’t Miss these Memorial Day 2018 Events near St. Augustine, FL

The Memorial Day weekend marks the start of summer, as well as an opportunity to pay tribute to those who have bravely served our country. With this weekend brings a number of great events and opportunities for residents and tourists in St. Augustine, Florida! Keep reading to learn more about the events taking place near St. Augustine, FL for Memorial Day 2018.

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2019 kia sorento full view driving

What are the best new features of the 2019 Kia Sorento?

Drivers in the market for a new SUV are in luck with the new 2019 Kia Sorento. The new 2019 Sorento offers drivers near St. Augustine, FL a host of new features and changes both inside and out. New for 2019, the Sorento features more high-tech offerings, more interior cargo space and a spruced-up exterior design. Keep reading to learn more about the new features and changes of the 2019 Kia Sorento at Family Kia of St. Augustine!

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Happy women eating ice cream in a car

Best Road Trip Snacks

Which snacks shouldn’t you bring on a road trip? 

While many drivers have rules against eating in the car, those strictures often go out the window during a road trip. The most efficient and effective way to keep everyone in the car happy is to provide a variety of snacks. While some might want to eat exclusively junk food on the trip, while others will want something with a little more nutritional value, the owner of the vehicle being used probably just want to make sure that their car remains in more or less the same condition it was in when they left. Here are some of the best and least messy foods to bring on a road trip.   Read the rest of this entry >>

Bike Shops St. Augustine, FL 2018, text on an image of a bike riding towards the sunset

Where are the Best Bike Shops around St. Augustine, FL? 2018

St. Augustine, FL Area Bike Shops

It is that time of year again to get our bikes ready to ride and enjoy the beautiful spring air around St. Augustine, FL.  After a few months of sitting idle, our bicycles may need some attention before we take a ride out to Anastasia State Park.  So, before you embark on your bicycle journey be sure that your bike is in good riding condition, check that your bike tires, brakes and gear shifters are all working properly.  And, if your bike needs some TLC or you need to find a brand-new bike, these six local bike shops can get you back riding in no time flat. Read the rest of this entry >>

Passenger side view of a blue 2018 Kia Optima

What are the Specs & Features of the 2018 Kia Optima?

2018 Kia Optima Specs & Features

The smooth door panels, sharply raked windshield and sloping roofline of the 2018 Kia Optima create a long and lean exterior allure.  Subtle body lines along the lower rocker panels and below the front and rear windows accentuate the athletic exterior appeal of the Kia Optima.  Even with the eye-catching exterior, the 2018 Optima’s best features are found under the hood and inside its comfortable cabin.  With five trim levels, ten available exterior color choices, and up to four interior upholstery options, the 2018 Kia Optima can be customized to your specific taste.  Get to know all of the exciting specs and features of the 2018 Kia Optima right here and you might just be driving it home from Family Kia in St. Augustine, FL today. Read the rest of this entry >>

Driver side exterior view of a red 2018 Kia Sorento

How Much Storage & Passenger Space Does the 2018 Kia Sorento Have?

2018 Kia Sorento Passenger & Cargo Capacities

As the workday winds down, you find yourself passing the remaining time responding to emails and tying up some loose ends before you head out for the day.  And, even though you are about to leave the job that actually pays you, your work for the day is far from over.  You have to pick up dinner for you and the family then get the kids from after-school care and the thought of trying to squeeze everything into your already cramped car has you feeling less than confident.  Now, if you had the passenger and cargo capacity of the 2018 Kia Sorento you would be more worried about playing your favorite song on repeat because you know that the kids and all the groceries are going to fit inside with ease. Read the rest of this entry >>