Kia continues to expand its foothold in Philippine shores as it recently opened the doors of Kia Calapan for all of Mindoro to benefit from.

In a special ribbon-cutting ceremony and blessing held last March 28, 2015, Kia Calapan general manager, Pocholo M. Umali, shared the significance of this new undertaking to the history and future of the province. This new franchise, he believes, is a “concrete testament of growth and progress of our humble province” and that the opening of Kia Calapan “strengthens relationships with our community.”

Kia Calapan boasts of 16 new units on display and adheres to a world-class standard in Kia dealerships called Global Service Identity (GSI). Through Kia’s newest GSI dealership in Calapan, customers from Mindoro and neighboring provinces get to enjoy a high standard of service and contemporary feel, consistent to and expected from Kia GSI dealerships all over the world.

Columbian Autocar Corporation (CAC), the exclusive distributor of Kia Motors vehicles in the Philippines, also lent its full support to the event. CAC President, Ginia R. Domingo joined the ceremony, together with CAC Sales Director, Renato G. Velasquez.

Notable personalities such as Hon. Paulino Salvador C. Leachon, Congressman, 1st District of Oriental Mindoro; Hon. Reynaldo V. Umali, Congressman, 2nd District of Oriental Mindoro; Hon. Alfonso V. Umali, Jr., Governor of Oriental Mindoro; and Hon. Arnan C. Panaligan, Mayor of Calapan city, were all on hand for the historic event.

Expect the opening of Kia Calapan to usher in a new wave of surprises that Kia in the Philippines is gearing up for. This is just the beginning!

For test-drive schedule or any other queries, drop by the new Kia Calapan located at Nautical Highway, Putting Tubig, Calapan, Oriental Mindoro or contact them at +63-43-441-6827 or +63-917-813-4670.