Technology is a part of our modern lives, whether we want it to be or not. If you’re reading this, you’re certainly doing so while holding a smartphone or staring at a computer screen. Our phones and screens have exponentially caught up to our everyday lives, and for better or for worse, that includes our lives behind the wheel. Almost every new model of car comes with a touchscreen, interactive voice commands, and even wi-fi and Bluetooth compatibility. Read the rest of this entry
The 2017-2018 school year has officially kicked off in Dayton, but if you’re heading to college for the first time, you most likely still have a couple of weeks before you have to pack up and leave the nest. New college students are often in the market for an affordable and practical new vehicle to get them to and from class, to the grocery store, and out to eat, so what are the best back-to-school cars for 2017? Keep reading and we’ll fill you in on three of our top picks! Read the rest of this entry
We can’t believe it’s already August. The summer has flown by, but the calendar doesn’t lie: summer is almost over. Before we get ready to send the kids back to school, we want to enjoy the final month of summer as much as possible. If you’re lucky enough to live in or near the Dayton OH area, there are a huge variety of festivals and events going on in August. Keep reading to learn all about various things to do in and near Dayton OH in August 2017! Read the rest of this entry
Kia recently announced that the 2017 Kia Forte had received the highest possible safety rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), and our team couldn’t help but be curious about what safety features helped the 2017 Forte receive the rating. We weren’t disappointed with what we found, we have to say! Interested in learning about the 2017 Forte’s standard and available safety features? Read on for details! Read the rest of this entry
Summer is in full swing, and we love getting outside to enjoy the beautiful weather with our four-legged friends. We aren’t the only ones who enjoy soaking in some sunshine after all! There are a variety of great places you can take Fido in the greater Dayton area, so read on to learn about a few of our favorite dog parks in/near Dayton OH! Read the rest of this entry
If you’re looking for an affordable, new family vehicle, we highly recommend checking out the Kia brand. The automaker has consistently produced high-quality, safe vehicles throughout the years, and as technology gets more and more advanced, the vehicles just keep getting better. Two of our top picks for car shoppers in the market for a new family vehicle are the Kia Sedona and the Kia Sorento. Interested in learning about the differences between the two? Keep reading! Read the rest of this entry
If you’re looking for an affordable large sedan that comes jam-packed with luxurious features and a high-performance engine, we highly recommend checking out the 2017 Kia Cadenza. After a full redesign for the 2017 model year, the Cadenza now features premium cabin materials and plenty of standard technology features. Interested in learning more about the sedan’s features and specifications? Keep reading to learn more! Read the rest of this entry
We’re big fans of the Kia hamsters here at Matt Castrucci Kia. Aren’t we all? For the last eight years, the dancing hamsters have been captivating our hearts, but Kia’s latest hamster commercial has us overwhelmed with cuteness. Interested in learning what all the fuss is about? Keep reading! Read the rest of this entry
Shopping for a new car can be stressful, but our team here at Matt Castrucci Kia wants to make sure you are taken care of throughout every step of your car shopping journey. People often skip some very important steps when they are in the market for a new car, so we’re filling you in on three common mistakes new car shoppers often make. Read on to learn more! Read the rest of this entry
When you’re in the market for a new vehicle, you have a lot of tough decisions to make. In fact, you aren’t even done making decisions once you’ve settled on a make and model. Not only will you have to choose an exterior color once you’ve picked out a vehicle, but you’ll also have to choose a trim level as well. It can be tough to find information about specific trim levels within a vehicle’s lineup, but that’s what you have our team here at Matt Castrucci Kia for! We’re breaking down all seven of the 2017 Kia Sorento’s trims in a detailed trim level comparison! Read the rest of this entry