A First Look at the 2022 Kia Stinger
Kia’s beefy sports sedan offers a premium aesthetic at an affordable price with the 2022 Kia Stinger. Seamlessly blending power and elegance, this striking sedan is perfect for heading to the office on weekdays and cruising the town on the weekends. With its good looks and sensible features, we predict that the Kia Stinger will be a popular vehicle in the coming year.
Basics About the 2022 Kia Stinger
Released in the spring of 2021, the Stinger doesn’t play around when it comes to delivering quality performance and enjoyable features. The interior of the Stinger is well-designed and enticing, with a back row more comfortable than many of its competitors. The cockpit layout feels natural, and when you’re sitting behind the wheel, it’s hard not to feel as if you’re driving a higher-end luxury sedan.
Don’t worry about overpacking; the 2022 Stinger provides 41 cubic feet in the front and 23 cubic feet in the rear, allowing for many storage opportunities. With a wheelbase of 114.4-inches, it handles smoothly. Enjoyable to drive and effortless to park, this sedan feels more expensive than it actually is, and we love that.
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The Museum of Native American History (MONAH) – located in Bentonville, AK – houses over 10,000 Native American artifacts. Founded by David Bogle, a registered member of the Cherokee Nation, MONAH also features Bogle’s private collection and items donated or loaned to the museum for display. It is rich in Native American history, and with free admission and wheelchair accessibility, it’s a place for the whole family to enjoy.
Take a Free Self-Guided Tour of the Museum of Native American History
Learn about the lives of the First Americans by taking a free self-guided audio tour. Looking very much like a remote controller, this innovative device allows you to enjoy the museum at your own pace and spend more time at the exhibits that most interest you. These hand-held audio guides are available for both English and Spanish speakers.
Collections and Exhibits
The collections at MONAH span five time periods from 12,000 BC to 1900 AD and explore the development of culture, art, and people of the Americas. You can visit the Paleo, Archaic and Woodland exhibitions and Historic and Mississippians exhibits. You’ll learn all about First Americans, including learning about the pre-Columbian period with temples and pyramids created before the arrival of Columbus.
Arrowhead Hunting
Located around the tipi outside of the Museum of National History, hand-knapped arrowheads are hidden in the rocks. Visitors under the age of 15 get to keep one arrowhead for free. But if you’re over 15 and would like to take some home with you, they’re available to purchase from the museum’s gift shop.
Medicine Garden
The indigenous medicine garden at Monah has an array of trees, plants, and vegetables. From echinacea to maple trees, elderberries, kale, and lavender, you get to learn about the kinds of food consumed by the First Americans and the components of indigenous natural L.A.W (land, air, water). As of Spring 2021, MONAH is expanding the gardens into The Gardens of Indigenuity: A Living Exhibition.
Group Visits
Due to the current COVID restrictions, there is currently a limit of 30 visitors per hour allowed in the museum. You can book hourly timed tickets slots with tickets times available between 10 am and 4 pm. You can also schedule field trips to the museum for visitors 18 years and under.
Museum Shop
You can take Native American culture back home with you by visiting the museum shop. The shop has items ranging from art, books, collectibles, native-made jewelry and pottery, to seeds, sage, textiles, and toys. Through your purchase at the shop, you’re not only supporting the museum, but you’re also bringing some of the best of Native American culture to your own hometown.
As you can tell there are lots of things to see and learn at MONAH. After you enjoy your tour around the museum, come over to Crain Hyundai in Bentonville so that your next family trip can be enjoyed in one of our safe and stylish vehicles.
Meet the All-New 2022 Kia Carnival
The new Carnival has set out to redefine what a minivan can and should be capable of, while still keeping the best parts of the classic vehicle. The resulting 2022 Kia Carnival is truly dazzling. You’re going to want to take a closer look at what it has in store.
Meet the All-New 2022 Kia Carnival
Interior
The Carnival’s spacious cabin boasts comfortable second and third-row seating that comes standard in cloth but can be upgraded to durable SynTex or genuine leather. When you get the SX Prestige trim, the second row can enjoy VIP touches like headrests, footrests, heating and ventilation, and full recline. Several trims also offer Slide-Flex seating that lets you move the middle second-row seat to make getting into the third-row seats as easily as possible.
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Are you looking for a car that fits the whole family? The 2021 Kia Sedona could be the car for you. Here’s everything you need to know before you buy one.
A Buyer’s Guide to the 2021 Kia Sedona
The 2021 Sedona’s Basics
If you’ve been searching for the perfect family minivan, look no further than the 2021 Sedona. This vehicle provides drivers with the durability and reliability of their dreams.
But more than that, the Kia Sedona offers everything in a stylish package. You’ll love the smooth, sophisticated lines that make up this minivan. Having gone through a few modifications this year, you’ll love everything this car has to offer.
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Are you in the Bentonville area and in need of car repairs? Keep reading to learn about the incredible benefits of bringing your vehicle to a Kia Mechanic!
Why Your Factory-Trained Kia Mechanic in Bentonville Is Your Best Bet
Factory-Trained Professionals
While you may have a friend who’s a mechanic or perhaps have a mechanic in the family, no one knows your Kia better than a certified Kia technician. These factory-trained experts have undergone extensive training to know your car from bumper to bumper. From the minute your vehicle pulls in for service, they’ll perform a wide range of tests to ensure everything is up to Kia’s specifications. At a Kia service center, you’re putting your investment in the best hands possible.
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It may not be the biggest of cities, but Bentonville, AR is packed with great local attractions. Whether you’re looking for pure fun or an educational experience, there’s something in the city for you.
Top 5 Must-See Local Attractions Near Bentonville, AR
1. Museum of Native American History
This fascinating museum covers Native Americans of all tribes, spanning over 14,000 years of history. Across 13,500 square feet, exhibits document different periods of history, allowing visitors to learn about early humans in America, all the way up to Native interactions with European settlers.
The paleolithic section features an authentic woolly mammoth skeleton, while other exhibits display ceremonial mounds and explain crop rotation, and native farming techniques. The museum also hosts an annual cultural symposium with demonstrations, lectures, and concerts all helping preserve and celebrate native history.
2. Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
This beautiful museum, nestled in woodland and by a small pond, features thousands of pieces of art. The likes of Andy Warhol, Edward Dalton Marchant, Francis Guy, and Mary Cassatt all have work exhibited here. Rotating exhibitions feature classic and contemporary work, pleasing everyone from casual visitors to seasoned art lovers.
The museum is located just north of downtown and is open absolutely every day of the week except Tuesday. It’s absolutely free to visit for members of the public and there’s even free parking on site! It’s never been easier to enjoy great American art.
3. The Walmart Museum
If there’s one thing Bentonville is famous for, it’s as the home of Walmart. The world-famous chain has its beginnings right here in the city, and that piece of history is documented at the Walmart Museum.
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If you’re ready for a stylish, durable, and technologically advanced vehicle that you can trust to get you where you need to go, look no further than the 2021 Kia Sorento. Read on to find out more about this great SUV.
Basics About the 2021 Kia Sorento
If you’re looking for a durable vehicle that can fit the whole family, this mid-size SUV is the perfect choice! The Sorento has been tested at extreme temperatures: from -40 degrees Fahrenheit to 130 degrees Fahrenheit, as well as in difficult environments like the Death Valley desert and the tundra of Alaska.
There are five available Sorento trims, so you’ll be able to find a Sorento that matches your style, budget, and driving needs. You can choose between the LX, the S, the EX, the SX, and the SX Prestige.
Pricing
The LX
With a starting price of $29,390, the LX comes in seven different colors and features a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine with 191 horsepower and 182 lb.-ft. of torque. The LX has Lane Keeping Assist Technology, Rear Occupant Alert, 8-speed automatic transmission, and Lane Following Assist. It also features an 8-inch touchscreen display that has wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility.
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Having the oil changed in your car regularly is one of the simplest and most important ways to extend your car’s longevity in Bentonville, AR. However, not all oil changes are created equal. As a Kia owner, it is beneficial to have your Kia oil change performed at a Kia dealership. You will receive the best quality service from mechanics who are trained Kia specialists.
What Happens During a Dealership Kia Oil Change?
During a dealership oil change, a Kia-certified mechanic will change the oil and replace your old oil filter with a new genuine Kia filter. Different cars require different types of oil and filters. One of the biggest advantages to getting your oil changed by a certified Kia mechanic is that it helps ensure that costly mistakes are avoided.
When you get your oil changed at a general mechanic, you run the risk of them mistakingly using the wrong filter or oil if they aren’t familiar with your car. These types of mistakes can cause serious damage to your vehicle and potentially void your Kia warranty. If your warranty is voided, you will be forced to pay out of pocket for the repairs.
Schedule an Oil Change at a Time That’s Convenient
In addition to being better for your car, getting your oil changed at a dealership is also better for you. When you get your oil change done at a shop, you’re at the mercy of the mechanic to decide when your oil change is done. Depending on the shop’s workload that day, your car may be a low priority. You are often left without a vehicle while the mechanic performs other, higher-paying jobs first.
When you get your oil changed at a dealership, you can schedule your oil change ahead of time when it is most convenient for you. You can either call or schedule your appointment online, and you won’t have to be left waiting until the mechanic gets to your car. When you schedule ahead of time, dealership mechanics get to work as soon as you arrive, and you’re back on the road again quickly.
Certified Technicians in Bentonville, AR Help You Avoid Bigger Problems
Oil leaks are a common problem that occurs as cars get older. If your car leaks oil, it can cause low oil pressure, which can have a devastating effect on your engine, resulting in huge repair bills. During a dealership oil change, certified technicians can quickly detect problems with aging gaskets and seals that are allowing oil to leak out. It’s much easier and less expensive to replace a seal or gasket than repair an engine, and the dealership likely has the exact part you need right there.
When you go to a dealership, you are guaranteed to receive service from Kia experts and greater convenience than a general shop. You will also have peace of mind knowing the correct oil, filters, and other parts are always being used. If you are a Kia owner around Bentonville, contact Crain Kia of Bentonville today to schedule your next oil change. We look forward to serving you.
Your Guide to the 2021 Kia Sportage
If you’re ready for your next vehicle, look into getting a Kia. Kia has sold over 8 million vehicles in the United States and has been ranked the #1 Brand in Initial Quality for six years in a row. Kia vehicles are safe, stylish, reliable, and packed with amazing technology. The 2021 Kia Sportage is no exception and is definitely worth taking for a test drive.
Basics About the 2021 Kia Sportage
This small SUV is ready for all of your adventures! It’s constructed of high-tensile strength steel alloy which makes the Sportage more rigid and the available Dynamax All-Wheel-Drive will help you stay in control in all sorts of weather conditions and across many terrains.
Pricing
The Kia Sportage has four different trims, each with different features and a different price, so you can be sure to find a Sportage that fits your driving needs and budget.
The LX
With a starting price of $24,090, the LX is equipped with the 2.4L 4-Cylinder GDI Engine which offers 181 horsepower. It also has 17-inch alloy wheels, Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, and an 8-inch touchscreen. It’s also equipped with Lane Departure and Lane Keeping Technology, Auto Emergency Braking and Warning Technology, so you can get where you’re going safely.
The S
The S has 18-inch dark gray alloy wheels, Blind-Spot Detection Technology, and a starting price of $26,590. It’s also equipped with Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning, roof rails, metal-look skid plates, fog lamps, and Sofino synthetic leather seat trim.
Additionally, the S Nightfall Edition and the S Nightfall Edition Premium Packages are available, if you want a little more out of your S.
The EX
The EX has a starting price of $27,390 and it has 18-inch machined alloy wheels, heated front seats, and Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control. It also features the Smart Power Liftgate, the Smart Key with Push Button Start, and the 10-Way Power-Adjustable Driver’s Seat.
The SX Turbo
The SX Turbo has the powerful 2.0L 4-Cylinder Turbocharged Engine with 240 horsepower as well as 19-inch machined alloy wheels. It’s stylish with its LED headlights, the front fog lamps, the leather seat trim, and the Panoramic Sunroof with Power Sunshade. The SX Turbo’s starting price is $33,750.
Incredible Features
Apple CarPlay or Android Auto
The Sportage can be integrated with your smartphone so you can access your apps, music, maps, and texts on the vehicle’s touchscreen display. You can stay connected, even when you’re on the move.
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
No matter the weather, you’ll be comfortable in your Sportage thanks to the available heated and ventilated front seats. These available seats have leather seating surfaces for added comfort and will keep you from getting overheated or chilled while you’re driving.
Visit Crain Kia of Bentonville in Arkansas today for more information about the Kia Sportage. We also have a wide variety of new and used Kia models as well as knowledgeable staff members who can answer any questions you may have.
4 Favorite Features of the 2021 Kia Soul
The 2021 Kia Soul is impressing drivers across the country. It has so many incredible features that will improve your driving experience, like expansive cargo space, remote connectivity capabilities, wireless charging, and more. It’s time for you to learn what this versatile hatchback has to offer.
4 Favorite Features of the 2021 Kia Soul
1. Expansive and Smart Cargo Space
The cabin of your 2021 Soul is designed to maximize both seating and storage space. That’s possible with the 60/40 split rear folding seat. Now you can take one or two passengers with you on your next adventure while also folding down a portion of the rear seats to add space for your luggage, gear, or equipment.
The tailgate is extremely wide to provide you with easy access to your rear cargo area. What’s more, you get a dual-level cargo floor so you can store extra stuff securely underneath the general cargo area.
2. Access Apps on Your Phone Right in Your Command Center
Now you can take phone calls through the speakers of your 2021 Soul. You can display directions from your favorite navigation apps right on your center display screen. That’s because your 2021 Soul comes standard with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. These smart integration systems bring all of your important info from your smartphone into the command center of your car for easy and safe access to communication on the go.
3. Ditch the Cables and Charge Your Phone Wirelessly
You can opt for the available wireless phone charger to be built-in to your 2021 Soul. There’s still plenty of USB ports located throughout your car so that multiple people can charge their devices at once. But now, you can charge your phone with the utmost simplicity. The wireless phone charger is conveniently located in your center console, and all you have to do is rest your phone on top of the wireless charging platform to begin charging up.
4. Turn Your Phone into a Digital Key!
With UVO Link Services and the Kia Access App, you get available remote connectivity features that let you control your 2021 Soul from afar. You can lock your car doors when you forgot to do so after you parked it on a busy street to make sure it stays secure. You can unlock the doors if your friend left her mittens in the backseat when it’s parked outside your house and you can’t be bothered to get off the couch.
You can start your engine and turn the heat to your desired temperature in order to heat up your cabin in the winter or cool it down in the summer. You can even locate your vehicle when you just can’t remember where you parked it at the mall, and even find directions to its location if you’re really lost!
What’s stopping you? Give us a call or stop by for a visit at Crain Kia of Bentonville today for more information on the 2021 Soul’s outstanding features!
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