BANGKOK, Dec. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Rising above the majestic Chao Phraya River in the heart of Bangkok’s Creative District is an enclave of tiered buildings, connected at ground level by a series of indoor and outdoor spaces, quiet courtyards and lively restaurants. Art-filled spaces, sophisticated lounges and lush tropical greenery are surrounded by the gentle sounds of water features and inviting open-air terraces.  Welcome to the all-new Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River.

«The much-anticipated return of Four Seasons to Thailand’s capital is nothing short of spectacular,» says Christian Clerc, Four Seasons President, Global Operations. «Guests will be in awe of the exquisite design, the world-class restaurant and bar options, and a state-of-the-art wellness centre. As always, the unparalleled, intuitive service from Four Seasons people will be at the centre of it all. Thanks to our visionary owner-partners at Country Holdings Group Public Company Limited, this magnificent Hotel combines everything that one has come to expect of Four Seasons in Thailand and around the world.»

Located along 200 metres (650 feet) of open riverfront just 40 minutes from Suvarnabhumi International Airport along the famed Charoenkrung Road, the fourth location in the Four Seasons Thailand Collection offers myriad opportunities for locals and international travellers to make connections with each other and the exciting city that surrounds it.  Features include a 299-room hotel, destination restaurants and lounges, stunning event spaces, and an urban wellness centre like no other.  The complex also includes 366 Four Seasons Private Residences, opening in 2021.

General Manager Lubosh Barta, who began his Four Seasons career in Bangkok 16 years ago and was most recently opening General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Seoul, sums up the experience: «Like the city of Bangkok, our new Four Seasons is full of surprises, whether it’s the breath-taking river views, the rich design details, the perfect cocktail or a striking piece of art.  We look forward to offering personalised experiences in an environment of safety and trust as we embrace Four Seasons enhanced global healthy and safety program, Lead With Care, with uncompromising Four Seasons service in a truly spectacular setting.»

Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok is located within buildings designed by Hamiltons International architects.  In describing his vision for the interiors of Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok, lead designer Jean-Michel Gathy of DENNISTON said: «Sometimes dramatic. Sometimes intimate. But always charismatic.» High ceilings and glass walls provide breathing space, while pools and flowing water echo the constant movement of the Chao Phraya River.  Thailand’s natural beauty and the city’s urbane charms come together in every aspect of the interiors, punctuated by an art collection amassed by Gathy himself.  Celebrating the country’s legendary craftsmanship and artistry, a dedicated ART Space in partnership with MOCA Bangkok running from lobby through to the river itself showcases contemporary Thai artists in changing exhibitions.

Destination Dining, World Class Mixology

In developing the food and beverage program at Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok, a dream team of experts in cuisines, room design and hospitality innovation came together to create a collection of original dining and drinking concepts, with a star-studded team of chefs, mixologists and sommeliers in the kitchens and behind the bars.  Led by Executive Chef Andrea Accordi – previously of the eight Michelin-starred Four Seasons Hong Kong – along with French Executive Pastry Chef Bruce Trouyet, the team includes specialist culinarians in each restaurant. Philip Bischoff, who was previously lead bartender at the landmark Manhattan Bar in Singapore, now presides over the Hotel’s beverage program. 

All outlets are designed by the renowned team at AvroKo, with the exception of the signature Chinese restaurant, designed by Jean-Michel Gathy.  Experiences include:

• Yu Ting Yuan (御庭院) – Presenting authentic Cantonese cuisine in a high style setting amid lush gardens and a shimmering reflection pond. To learn more about Yu Ting Yuan and Head Chef Qiu Xiaogui and his highly experienced team, click here.
• Riva del Fiume Ristorante – Head Chef Enrico Maritan and his culinary team welcome guests with the aromas and flavours of locally and seasonally-inspired Italian dishes served along riverside terraces reminiscent of Italy’s Lake Como. To learn more about Riva del Fiume Ristorante, click here.
• Brasserie Palmier – Also on the riverfront, the relaxed vibe of this French Tropics-inspired café sets the tone for enjoying brasserie classics with an emphasis on fish and seafood, including a wine and oyster bar. To learn more about Brasserie Palmier and Head Chef Nicolas Raynal, click here.
• BKK Social Club – Evoking the legendary glamour of Buenos Aires with a menu of bespoke cocktails, craft spirits, rare Champagnes and the finest cigars, this newcomer to Asia’s remarkable bar scene is set to make its mark. To learn more about BKK Social Club and award-winning head bartender Philip Bischoff, click here.
• The Lounge – Where international visitors mix with local patrons, The Lounge is the setting for impromptu get-togethers and a cosy afternoon tea.
• Cafe Madeleine – A showcase for Executive Chef Bruce Trouyet and his pastry team, Cafe Madeleine is a neighbourhood pastry shop and café offering both indoor-outdoor seating and takeaway options.

Designer Rooms and Suites

Modern rooms and suites have a warm, residential character with Thai touches, balancing contemporary aesthetics with high tech function and signature Four Seasons comfort.  Each accommodation boasts high ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows with river or garden views, and spa-like bathrooms.

Among the accommodations, the Terrace Suites offer the ultimate in spacious luxury with landscaped and furnished terraces large enough to host a private dinner party.  The 450 square metre (4,800 square foot) Presidential Suite may be Bangkok’s finest address, with two-storey windows framing 10th-floor views of the Chao Phraya River, a large open living area with its own bar as well as a catering kitchen, up to three bedrooms and an oversized terrace with private plunge pool.

Let’s Meet at Four Seasons

From intimate gatherings to larger events, Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok offers a host of options for meeting planners, event hosts and wedding parties across more than 3,800 square metres (41,000 square feet), all designed by Jean-Michel Gathy.  Spacious, divisible rooms include adjacent outdoor terraces and gardens with panoramic river views, while the team of expert Four Seasons caterers and event planners are ready to bring each host’s vision to life in a safe setting, with every detail anticipated and executed to perfection.

The signature space is the Four Seasons Grand Ballroom at 800 square metres (8,600 square feet) featuring a private entrance, pre-function foyer, soaring ceilings within, and a dedicated outside Ballroom Terrace.  The Ballroom can also be divided in two.

In the residential-style Conservatory, a smaller divisible ballroom offers 425 square metres (4,575 square feet) of space plus a garden terrace.  The unique Conservatory Kitchen hosts up to 200 guests for creative events, or change-of-scenery meeting breaks.  Four additional studios complete the suite of meeting rooms.

Meeting planners and wedding couples may contact meeting.bangkok@fourseasons.com to begin planning.

Coming Soon:  The Urban Wellness Centre at Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok

Across more than 2,500 square metres (26,900 square feet) of dedicated space, the Urban Wellness Centre is conceived along three streams of wellness, two floors of innovation and one holistic haven. 

«Every aspect of the spa places equal emphasis on the ideas of Mind (spirituality), Body (spa), and Work (fitness),» says Senior Director of Spa Sandie Johannessen.  «With the Palm Courtyard at its centre, it’s a true oasis of wellbeing in the heart of one of the world’s busiest cities, where each guest will find peace, relaxation, renewal and even a bit of indulgence with the skilled guidance of our caring therapists and wellness experts.»

Highlighted by a lavish spa suite with its own private bath and indoor garden, plus eight additional treatment rooms, the spa also includes a spacious consultation area with retail shop, and relaxation lounges.  Additional services are provided at the in-house hair salon, barber shop and nail salon.  The fitness offering encompasses a naturally-lit state-of-the-art gym, a dedicated mind and body studio with regular open and private classes, and a 30 metre (98 foot) lap pool.

Bangkok’s Creative District

Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok is in the heart of the city’s most remarkable community.  Along the historic Charoenkrung Road and in myriad small streets and alleyways, the area is undergoing a renaissance as street food vendors are joined by food-forward restaurants, traditional crafts are side by side with bold contemporary art, and tiny stalls selling handcrafted wares sit next to eclectic shops filled with designer goods.

Along Chao Phraya River, Four Seasons guests can head to ICONSIAM, the city’s newest premium shopping mall, with direct access from the Hotel’s river dock.  Or, take a water taxi to wander the river’s canals, floating kitchens, ancient temples and charming fishing piers.

Not sure where to start?  The concierge team at Four Seasons can arrange guided tours on land and water, tailored to each guest’s particular interests.

Be Among the First to Experience the Newest Four Seasons

In celebration of its grand opening, Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok is extending the Staycation at Four Seasons offer through February 15, 2021, including daily breakfast for two, Hotel credit toward food and beverages, and guaranteed early check in and late check out.

Additional packages can also be booked online, or by calling +66 (0)2-032-0888.

About Four Seasons in Thailand

Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River joins the brand’s renowned Four Seasons Thailand Collection, including: the coconut palm-fringed beachfront Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui in the south; Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai set amid working rice paddies just outside the northern capital; and Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle, an elephant camp set in the jungle along the Mekong River.

Pair two nights in Bangkok with two additional nights at one of hotel’s sister properties with the Thailand by Four Seasons offer, including credits toward food, beverage and spa.

Living at Four Seasons: The new property is also home to 366 Four Seasons Private Residences in a 73-storey tower, opening in 2021.  For inquiries, click here.

About Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts

Founded in 1960, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is dedicated to perfecting the travel experience through continual innovation and the highest standards of hospitality. Currently operating 119 hotels and resorts, and 45 residential properties in major city centres and resort destinations in 48 countries, and with more than 50 projects under planning or development, Four Seasons consistently ranks among the world’s best hotels and most prestigious brands in reader polls, traveller reviews and industry awards. For more information and reservations, visit fourseasons.com. For the latest news, visit press.fourseasons.com and follow @FourSeasonsPR on Twitter.

Contact:
Matthew Levison
fourseasons@kwtglobal.com
646-274-3631

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Introduction of this new technology at Montréal-Trudeau International Airport

MONTREAL, Dec. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Aéro Mag, a company specializing in integrated aircraft de-icing operations and the recovery, recycling, and reuse of de-icing products, is proud to announce the commissioning of the world’s first electrically powered aircraft de-icing truck. This truck will help reduce the company’s environmental footprint by significantly reducing its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Thanks to the performance of this Beta-type truck, 87% less GHGs will be produced, a reduction of 35 tons of CO2 per truck each year.  This first will contribute to Aéro Mag’s strategic objective of becoming a carbon neutral company by the year 2035.

Designed and manufactured by The Vestergaard Company, in close collaboration with the Aéro Mag team, this electrically powered de-icing truck demonstrates Aéro Mag’s ongoing commitment to safety, operational efficiency, innovation and environmental protection.

«There is no better place to unveil this first electrically powered truck than at the aircraft de-icing facility operated by Aéro Mag at Montréal-Trudeau International Airport,» said Stefan Vestergaard, Managing Director and CEO of The Vestergaard Company. «The truck will certainly be put to the test by the changing and sometimes extreme weather conditions in the region. This new technology will undoubtedly prove its effectiveness through its performance over the coming months. «

«Today is a great day for us,» said Mario Lépine, President of Aéro Mag. «The commissioning of this first electrically powered de-icing truck is perfectly in line with our continuous improvement program and follows a whole series of innovations that we have introduced in recent years in the aircraft de-icing industry. This is with respect to environmental protection, and more specifically to minimizing the negative impacts of de-icing products and greenhouse gases on the environment. «

Aéro Mag has developed a process to recover, recycle and reuse de-icing products used in aircraft de-icing operations, ensuring that the glycol recovers at least 99.5% of its purity and is reusable for the same purpose.

Mario Lépine, President of Aéro Mag, added: «We have been collaborating with The Vestergaard Company since 1994 to continuously improve aircraft de-icing technologies and processes. While ensuring safety and operational efficiency, this new electric de-icing truck once again confirms the innovative spirit and environmental values of our company. We are a Quebec family business of international stature, proud to participate in the electrification of transport to achieve the objectives of reducing greenhouse gas emissions. We share a common vision with the Aéroports de Montréal (ADM) that prioritizes sustainable development, and we appreciate and emphasize ADM’s involvement and support with respect to this project. «

Stéphane Lapierre, Vice President, Airport Operations and Air Services Development, Aéroports de Montréal (ADM) states: «For years, Aéro Mag has been demonstrating that it is possible to de-ice aircraft, an essential operation for aviation safety, while protecting the environment and maintaining industry’s highest standards. YUL was the first airport in the world to return glycol to a minimum concentration of 99.5% and reuse it as a certified product for aircraft de-icing. Today, the use of 100% electric vehicle reinforces sustainable actions by this aircraft de-icing leader in reducing its greenhouse gas emissions. Environmental protection and sustainable development have been an integral part of Aéro Mag’s vision since its foundation in Montreal as well as that of the ADM, and we are proud of that».

Aéro Mag would like to thank Air Canada for the loan of one of its aircraft to demonstrate the de-icing capacity of the new electric truck on the morning of December 17^th. 

About Aéro Mag
Aéro Mag is a private company based in Montreal and incorporated in 1994, specializing in aircraft de-icing, de-icing center management and recycling of de-icing products. Today, the company has more than 1,500 employees in 17 airports around the world. To date, it has de-iced more than 500,000 aircraft.                                  

Pictures and video of the electrically powered de-icing truck available:

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IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Kia Motors has won two out of three awards in the Popular Brand Category in the 22^nd annual IntelliChoice Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) Car Awards.  The Korean brand known for value, quality, and craftsmanship, was honored for Best Popular CPO Warranty and Best Popular Brand Used Ownership Costs.  IntelliChoice is a leading provider of automotive cost and value analysis and part of the MotorTrend Group.

«We’re proud to be recognized by IntelliChoice for our CPO program as it is an important component of Kia’s overall commitment to our customers,» said Sean Yoon, president & CEO, Kia Motors America, Kia Motors North America. «Similar to our new car offerings, it is our aim to provide the highest quality, best warranty, and lowest cost-of ownership for every pre-owned vehicle we sell.»

Kia has now won the Best Popular CPO Warranty award for four consecutive years. Kia’s CPO warranty provides coverage for 10 years/100,000 miles from the original in-service date, whichever comes first, and an additional one year/12,000 miles of Platinum Coverage beginning at time/mileage of CPO purchase.  Kia’s win of the Best Popular Brand Used Ownership Costs award for 2021 makes it a two-time winner in this category. 

For the CPO car awards, IntelliChoice evaluates 26 manufacturer-backed programs in two categories—Premium and Popular—based on overall market position and vehicle price range. Key components analyzed include extended manufacturer warranties, used car ownership costs, inspection process comprehensiveness, and special financing incentives. Overall, nine areas are assessed.  Furthermore, this year consisted of over 160 hours of research, 50 email surveys, the tracking of over 300 special financing and cash offers for CPO purchases, and the calculation of ownership costs for 6,572 vehicles.

«Congratulations go to Kia which continues to perform strongly in IntelliChoice’s annual CPO Awards, winning the 2021 Best Warranty Award and Best Brand Used Ownership Costs Award,» said IntelliChoice Analyst Debbie Eldridge. «This year’s CPO study revealed a 38% increase in the number of Excellent values for Kia over last year on a per-trim basis.  What this means is, this year, more Kias scored the highest rating possible in IntelliChoice’s Used Cost of Ownership analysis, sealing the deal on Kia’s Used Ownership Costs award and making the purchase of a Certified Pre-Owned Kia a wise choice.»

About Kia Motors America

Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia Motors America continues to top quality surveys and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands. Kia serves as the «Official Automotive Partner» of the NBA and offers a complete range of vehicles sold through a network of more than 750 dealers in the U.S., including cars and SUVs proudly assembled in West Point, Georgia.*

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About IntelliChoice

IntelliChoice, part of the MotorTrend Group, is the market leader in automotive ownership cost and car value analysis. Founded in 1986, IntelliChoice is committed to empowering consumers to make better purchase decisions by providing independent and essential automotive information and tools. Through the motortrend.com website, consumers can research, compare, and price new cars and the cost of ownership. 

*The Telluride, Sorento and K5 are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts.

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ITASCA, Ill., Dec. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The National Safety Council estimates that 340 people may be killed on the roadways during the Christmas holiday driving period, and an additional 384 may be killed during the New Year’s holiday driving period. That number would likely be significantly higher if not for seat belts, which could save 287 lives over the same driving periods. Additionally, sober driving will be critical, as alcohol typically is involved in 37% of fatalities during the Christmas Day holiday period and 39% of fatalities during the New Year’s Day holiday period.

NSC urges everyone in every seating position to buckle up and check to ensure car seats are properly installed, and to designate a sober and drug-free driver or arrange alternative transportation. The Christmas holiday period begins at 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 24, and ends at 11:59 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 27. The New Year’s holiday period begins at 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 31, and ends at 11:59 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021.

«A safe travel season could help instill much-needed hope as we start a new year and close an unrelenting one,» said Lorraine M. Martin, NSC president and CEO. «We can all do our part by buckling up, driving sober, slowing down, avoiding distractions and looking out for one another.»

There is uncertainty with all estimates, and this year’s are subject to enhanced volatility due to the pandemic-related factors of 2020. NSC has been issuing estimates for more than four decades with high levels of accuracy; however, the Council is exercising additional caution this year, as 2020 has seen significant swings in both the numbers and rates of deaths due to the pandemic’s impact on road travel.

NSC monthly analysis has shown that the roads have become deadlier despite fewer miles driven in 2020. While the number of fatalities dropped dramatically in the spring, the U.S. experienced a significant rise in the death rate – a statistic that shows how safe the roads are at any given time. In the first six months of 2020, the death rate was 20% higher than during the same period in 2019, despite a 17% drop in miles driven between January and June. Overall, fatalities are up an estimated 5% through September, with about 30,390 people killed since January.

All motor vehicle fatalities are preventable. In addition to wearing a seat belt and avoiding impairment, NSC recommends drivers:

• Avoid distracted driving, even hands-free
• Get plenty of sleep and take regular breaks to avoid fatigue
• Sign a New Driver Deal with teen drivers at DriveitHOME
• Learn about your vehicle’s safety systems and how to use them at MyCarDoesWhat.org
• Check your vehicle for recalls at ChecktoProtect.org

Supplemental traffic fatality and injury information for the Christmas and New Year’s holiday periods can be found here and here.

About the National Safety Council
The National Safety Council is America’s leading nonprofit safety advocate – and has been for over 100 years. As a mission-based organization, we work to eliminate the leading causes of preventable death and injury, focusing our efforts on the workplace, roadway and impairment. We create a culture of safety to not only keep people safer at work, but also beyond the workplace so they can live their fullest lives.

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Introduction of this new technology at Montréal-Trudeau International Airport

MONTREAL, Dec. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ – Aéro Mag, a company specializing in integrated aircraft de-icing operations and the recovery, recycling, and reuse of de-icing products, is proud to announce the commissioning of the world’s first electrically powered aircraft de-icing truck. This truck will help reduce the company’s environmental footprint by significantly reducing its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Thanks to the performance of this Beta-type truck, 87% less GHGs will be produced, a reduction of 35 tons of CO2 per truck each year.  This first will contribute to Aéro Mag’s strategic objective of becoming a carbon neutral company by the year 2035.

Designed and manufactured by The Vestergaard Company, in close collaboration with the Aéro Mag team, this electrically powered de-icing truck demonstrates Aéro Mag’s ongoing commitment to safety, operational efficiency, innovation and environmental protection.

«There is no better place to unveil this first electrically powered truck than at the aircraft de-icing facility operated by Aéro Mag at Montréal-Trudeau International Airport,» said Stefan Vestergaard, Managing Director and CEO of The Vestergaard Company. «The truck will certainly be put to the test by the changing and sometimes extreme weather conditions in the region. This new technology will undoubtedly prove its effectiveness through its performance over the coming months. «

«Today is a great day for us,» said Mario Lépine, President of Aéro Mag. «The commissioning of this first electrically powered de-icing truck is perfectly in line with our continuous improvement program and follows a whole series of innovations that we have introduced in recent years in the aircraft de-icing industry. This is with respect to environmental protection, and more specifically to minimizing the negative impacts of de-icing products and greenhouse gases on the environment. «

Aéro Mag has developed a process to recover, recycle and reuse de-icing products used in aircraft de-icing operations, ensuring that the glycol recovers at least 99.5% of its purity and is reusable for the same purpose.

Mario Lépine, President of Aéro Mag, added: «We have been collaborating with The Vestergaard Company since 1994 to continuously improve aircraft de-icing technologies and processes. While ensuring safety and operational efficiency, this new electric de-icing truck once again confirms the innovative spirit and environmental values of our company. We are a Quebec family business of international stature, proud to participate in the electrification of transport to achieve the objectives of reducing greenhouse gas emissions. We share a common vision with the Aéroports de Montréal (ADM) that prioritizes sustainable development, and we appreciate and emphasize ADM’s involvement and support with respect to this project. «

Stéphane Lapierre, Vice President, Airport Operations and Air Services Development, Aéroports de Montréal (ADM) states: «For years, Aéro Mag has been demonstrating that it is possible to de-ice aircraft, an essential operation for aviation safety, while protecting the environment and maintaining industry’s highest standards. YUL was the first airport in the world to return glycol to a minimum concentration of 99.5% and reuse it as a certified product for aircraft de-icing. Today, the use of 100% electric vehicle reinforces sustainable actions by this aircraft de-icing leader in reducing its greenhouse gas emissions. Environmental protection and sustainable development have been an integral part of Aéro Mag’s vision since its foundation in Montreal as well as that of the ADM, and we are proud of that».

Aéro Mag would like to thank Air Canada for the loan of one of its aircraft to demonstrate the de-icing capacity of the new electric truck on the morning of December 17^th. 

About Aéro Mag
Aéro Mag is a private company based in Montreal and incorporated in 1994, specializing in aircraft de-icing, de-icing center management and recycling of de-icing products. Today, the company has more than 1,500 employees in 17 airports around the world. To date, it has de-iced more than 500,000 aircraft.                                  

Pictures and video of the electrically powered de-icing truck available:

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1PRew61mlWydJcp6WJGGzy0t2fN4d9u4y?usp=sharing

https://electric.aeromag2000.com/

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IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Kia Motors has won two out of three awards in the Popular Brand Category in the 22^nd annual IntelliChoice Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) Car Awards.  The Korean brand known for value, quality, and craftsmanship, was honored for Best Popular CPO Warranty and Best Popular Brand Used Ownership Costs.  IntelliChoice is a leading provider of automotive cost and value analysis and part of the MotorTrend Group.

«We’re proud to be recognized by IntelliChoice for our CPO program as it is an important component of Kia’s overall commitment to our customers,» said Sean Yoon, president & CEO, Kia Motors America, Kia Motors North America. «Similar to our new car offerings, it is our aim to provide the highest quality, best warranty, and lowest cost-of ownership for every pre-owned vehicle we sell.»

Kia has now won the Best Popular CPO Warranty award for four consecutive years. Kia’s CPO warranty provides coverage for 10 years/100,000 miles from the original in-service date, whichever comes first, and an additional one year/12,000 miles of Platinum Coverage beginning at time/mileage of CPO purchase.  Kia’s win of the Best Popular Brand Used Ownership Costs award for 2021 makes it a two-time winner in this category. 

For the CPO car awards, IntelliChoice evaluates 26 manufacturer-backed programs in two categories—Premium and Popular—based on overall market position and vehicle price range. Key components analyzed include extended manufacturer warranties, used car ownership costs, inspection process comprehensiveness, and special financing incentives. Overall, nine areas are assessed.  Furthermore, this year consisted of over 160 hours of research, 50 email surveys, the tracking of over 300 special financing and cash offers for CPO purchases, and the calculation of ownership costs for 6,572 vehicles.

«Congratulations go to Kia which continues to perform strongly in IntelliChoice’s annual CPO Awards, winning the 2021 Best Warranty Award and Best Brand Used Ownership Costs Award,» said IntelliChoice Analyst Debbie Eldridge. «This year’s CPO study revealed a 38% increase in the number of Excellent values for Kia over last year on a per-trim basis.  What this means is, this year, more Kias scored the highest rating possible in IntelliChoice’s Used Cost of Ownership analysis, sealing the deal on Kia’s Used Ownership Costs award and making the purchase of a Certified Pre-Owned Kia a wise choice.»

About Kia Motors America

Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia Motors America continues to top quality surveys and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands. Kia serves as the «Official Automotive Partner» of the NBA and offers a complete range of vehicles sold through a network of more than 750 dealers in the U.S., including cars and SUVs proudly assembled in West Point, Georgia.*

For media information, including photography, visit www.kiamedia.com. To receive custom email notifications for press releases the moment they are published, subscribe at www.kiamedia.com/us/en/newsalert.

About IntelliChoice

IntelliChoice, part of the MotorTrend Group, is the market leader in automotive ownership cost and car value analysis. Founded in 1986, IntelliChoice is committed to empowering consumers to make better purchase decisions by providing independent and essential automotive information and tools. Through the motortrend.com website, consumers can research, compare, and price new cars and the cost of ownership. 

*The Telluride, Sorento and K5 are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts.

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NEW YORK, Dec. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Beginning in 2009, CheapOair has been a proud Partner Sponsor of the Ali Forney Center’s annual benefit, ‘A Place at the Table’.  The AFC mission to provide homeless youth with the services and training that they need to get off the streets and become independent aligns with CheapOair’s similar commitment to helping underprivileged youth gain access to training, skills, and career opportunities.

«Giving back and participating in our local community has always been a pillar of our company’s mission,» said Sam S. Jain, CEO and Founder of Fareportal, the company behind travel brands CheapOair and OneTravel.  «Covid has made 2020 an even more difficult year, so it is important that we step forward now with support for the important work the Ali Forney Center does for LGBTQ youth.»

Since its founding in 2002, the Ali Forney Center has become the largest agency dedicated to LGBTQ homeless youths in the country—assisting over 2,000 youths per year through a 24-hour Drop-In Center which provides over 70,000 meals annually, medical and mental health services through an on-site clinic, and a scattered-site housing program.

«It’s truly an honor to work with an organization dedicated to uplifting vulnerable young people who feel alone in this world,» said Corissa Leong, Senior Vice President of People and Culture at Fareportal.  «Through our support of LGBTQ youth, we are demonstrating to our global team the high value we place on diversity in our company, and in our community.»

CheapOair’s parent company, Fareportal, has a longstanding commitment to helping communities in need through charitable donations and volunteer work.  The company is always seeking out new opportunities to get involved with charity organizations both at home and abroad.

About CheapOair 
CheapOair is an online travel agency that specializes in providing cheap flights and great last-minute flight deals for travelers worldwide. Consumers can book online, on mobile apps for iOS and Android, by phone (1-800-566-2345) or live chat. Part of Fareportal’s family of travel brands, CheapOair bridges the gap between an online travel agency and a traditional agency with certified travel agents available 24/7 to help find discount flight tickets to global destinations on over 600 airlines, a million hotels, and 100s of car rental companies. Follow CheapOair on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest to learn how to travel the world for less.

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