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Several tornadoes struck Arkansas this past Memorial Day weekend, causing damage in much of Northwest Arkansas. Crain Team Automotive stepped forward to help those impacted by donating $50,000 to the Arkansas Disaster Relief Program. This contribution was announced at a special gathering at Crain Hyundai of Bentonville on Monday, June 3, with the Governor of Arkansas, Sarah Huckabee Sanders, present. In the wake of the devastating tornadoes that hit various parts of Arkansas, we at Crain Automotive quickly realized the necessity of offering immediate help to those affected. Committed to our community, we swiftly took action to aid in the recovery process. On Monday morning, Sarah Sanders, the Governor of Arkansas, visited Crain Hyundai in Bentonville to discuss a significant donation that Crain Automotive is making to the Arkansas Disaster Relief Program. The announcement was made in front of news outlets, local residents, emergency responders, and Crain employees. Governor Sanders thanked Crain Automotive for its contribution and commitment to helping with the recovery work. Governor Sanders said the donation would help communities hit by tornadoes. It will support them as they recover and rebuild in the upcoming days and weeks. This gift to the Arkansas Disaster Relief Program represents our dedication to helping our local community during a crisis. Communities in Arkansas are uniting to help each other recover from the recent tornado damage. Crain Automotive Team is committed to being an essential part of the healing and rebuilding process. By working together, the community can face these challenges and become stronger. While at the dealership, Governor Sanders mingled with the staff and other attendees. As a native of Arkansas, she deeply relates to the local folks and their community. Likewise, we are devoted to treating our community with honesty, commitment, and a focus on our customers. The common principles between Governor Sanders and our team emphasized the significance of working with the community and teaming up together. Governor Sanders' visit to Crain Hyundai of Bentonville was a great opportunity for us to connect more closely with our local community. We aimed to create lasting bonds and support those in need by interacting directly with residents and patrons. Our thanks go to Governor Sanders for assisting in uniting the community during this time. By coming together to offer help and support, people, local businesses, and groups in Arkansas show the true spirit of community and kindness that makes this place special. The Arkansas Disaster Relief Program is here to help those in Arkansas affected by disasters. Visit Crain Kia of Bentonville today to see our selection of new Kia vehicles as well as a wide assortment of used cars from various makes and models.

Kia is making strides towards a brighter and more sustainable future! With a renewed focus on becoming carbon neutral, the company is committed to progress and growth. "Every move we make, either big or small, will be made in a more sustainable way through innovation inspired by nature," said Kia President and CEO Ho Sung Song. "Our aim is to protect, prevent, and reduce the negative impact that movement has on nature." Kia has set itself the goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2045 and aims to rely entirely on renewable energy sources by 2040, worldwide. Keep reading to see what Kia has planned for the future! Sustainability Kia is getting ready for a future where all cars run on electricity. To achieve this, they are releasing new models like the EV6, Niro EV, and EV9. By 2026, they plan to have 11 electric cars available for purchase. Kia aims to have all its European vehicles electric by 2035 and in other major markets by 2040. By 2045, they want all their cars to be electric worldwide. Are you shopping for a pre-owned vehicle near Rogers, AR? Click here to learn about our used inventory! RE: 100- All-Electric Future Kia wants to use only renewable energy to power its factories and plans to achieve this through a program called RE:100. By 2030, all the vehicles used at these factories will also be electric. Kia will similarly install solar panels to generate power at some of its factories around the world. FCEVs Kia's CEO recently announced that the company plans to bring hydrogen fuel cell vehicles on the roads by 2028. Moreover, they plan to introduce hydrogen technology in their production process soon. "To help foster a hydrogen society. We plan to use hydrogen fuel cell power generation technology as an energy source at all of our worksites over the mid-to-long term," says Ho Sung Song. Collaboration Kia is working with groups that protect the environment to make the world a better place. Together, they are ensuring that Kia's impact on the environment is positive, helping to create a greener future for all of us. "We acknowledge that we are part of the problem. But we believe that we can also play a big part in the solution," states Ho Sung Song. The Ocean Cleanup Kia is working together with an organization called The Ocean Cleanup. They aim to make sure that there is no plastic in the ocean. In August 2023, they removed 55 tons of plastic from the Pacific Ocean using a cleanup System002. After recycling the plastic, some will be used in Kia's future cars. The group also puts machines near the entrances of rivers to stop plastic from getting into the ocean. Kia is working towards a better future by focusing on sustainability. It aims to use only electric power for their production and driving. Additionally, they are taking steps to clean up the environment, which will help create a brighter and greener future. Are you shopping for an EV in Northwest Arkansas? Click here to view our selection of electric vehicles!

Crain Automotive, RV, Powersports, and Collision Centers would like to extend our thoughts and prayers to all of those impacted by the devastating storms. For years, Arkansans have been here for us, now we would like to be there for you. We have partnered with the American Red Cross to assist in the recovery of our local communities. The Crain Team is dedicated to helping those in our community and across the state. We are Arkansas Driven and community focused. more For those who can donate, you can do so by visiting one of our dealerships and someone from our team of professionals will be able to assist you in helping the people of our community who were impacted by the storms and tornadoes. If you are unable to visit one of our dealerships, don’t worry, you can also go to www.crainteamcares.com to donate. Crain Automotive Team will donate $100 for each car sold from April 3, 2023, to June 3, 2023. This purchase is not tax deductible. 100% of Customer Donations Crain Automotive Team collects from April 3, 2023, through June 3, 2023, at its retail stores will go to support the American Red Cross response to the Arkansas Tornadoes & Storms in the Spring of 2023. The Crain Automotive team and its customers are helping people affected by tornadoes and storms in Arkansas. This gift enables the Red Cross to prepare for, respond to, and help people recover from this disaster. The American Red Cross name and logo are used with its permission, which in no way constitutes an endorsement, express or implied, of any product, service, company, opinion, or political position. The American Red Cross name and logo are registered trademarks owned by the American National Red Cross. For more information, please visit redcross.org.