Avondale, AZ -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/28/2012 -- Salazar Kia is proud to offer five IIHS Top Safety Picks to their Phoenix customers. Salazar Kia places a high importance on vehicle safety and is always happy to show off the innovative features that help their vehicles keep passengers safe.
All new vehicles undergo rigorous testing by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety, and those who perform at the top level are awarded the Top Safety Pick designation. In order to be named a Top Safety Pick, a car must earn the highest possible score in all four crash tests performed: front, rear, side, and rollover, as well as offer Electronic Stability Control. In each crash test, the vehicle is given one of four scores: poor, marginal, acceptable, or good. This means that all five Kia models offer Electronic Stability Control and received the highest rating of “good” in all four tests they were subjected to.
The Kia Forte Sedan, Optima, Sorento, Sportage, and Soul are the five models that made the cut. Some of the safety innovations that helped these models withstand the rigorous crash tests include an advanced airbags system, which monitors things like the severity of an impact, whether or not a front passenger is present, and seat belts are in use to control airbag inflation, dull-length side-curtain airbags, an impact-absorbing steering column, brake assist, and front and rear crumple zones.
To learn more about these Top Safety Picks and the technologies they are recognized for, stop by Salazar Kia in Avondale. To check out new inventory of the Forte Sedan, Optima, Sorento, Sportage, and Soul, visit the Kia dealer online at http://salazarkia.com/New-Cars.aspx. Also, for the latest dealership news, information, and events, follow Salazar Kia on Twitter at http://twitter.com/SalazarKia.
About Salazar Kia
Salazar Kia, located in Avondale, AZ, strives to satisfy customers by being the best Kia dealer in Arizona. Carrying a full line of new Kia cars and SUVs, Salazar Kia offers the best selection when it comes to purchasing a vehicle. The exceptional service department at Salazar Kia is prepared to assist with repairs and maintenance, while the parts department offers one-stop shopping on a full selection of Kia parts and accessories. Visit Salazar Kia online at http://salazarkia.com.