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Halewood Returns to Kia to Grow Electric Car Fleet
Halewood Returns to Kia
• Beverages firm chooses Kia to continue its transition to electric vehicles
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• Six Kia e-Niro and one Kia EV6 join the company’s already 32-strong Kia electric fleet • The electric cars replace diesels and plug-in hybrids • The Kia e-Niro ‘2’ Long Range is capable of up to 282 miles from a single charge • The Kia EV6 is capable of up to 328 miles range
to Grow Electric Car Fleet
Bolton Kia has delivered a new set of electric cars to the pioneering beverage firm, Halewood Artisanal Spirits PLC. The latest order grows the company’s 32 electric Kia e-Niro and EV6 to 39 cars.
Halewood chose Kia’s electric cars for their blend of practicality, range and generous equipment levels. The EV6 is capable of up to 328 miles range, while the ‘GT-Line’ RWD chosen by Halewood offers up to 314 miles per charge. Charging takes just 18 minutes from 0-80 per cent at the fastest chargers, thanks to 800V technology that comes as standard on the car.
The e-Niro ‘2’ Long Range offers up to 282-miles range from its 64kWh battery. This model also benefits from the same 451-litres of cargo space and high power 201bhp (150kW) electric motor, ensuring effortless performance and excellent efficiency.
Halewood Artisanal Spirits is one of the UK’s leading independent distillers, producing an award-winning range of spirits. Family-owned, Halewood’s brands are distributed in 75 countries, with a turnover of £400m+ and 450+ employees. The company has used the Kia electric cars to help transition its fleet from diesel and plug-in hybrid vehicles, to fully electric power. To facilitate the switch to electric vehicles, the company committed to installing workplace chargers at each of its UK facilities to allow its electric fleet drivers to charge up when on site for work or while attending meetings, or travelling between Halewood’s own locations.
Chris Rowan, Facilities & Fleet Assistant Manager at Halewood Artisanal Spirits, said: “Here at Halewood Artisanal Spirits we pride ourselves on our long-term commitment to reduce our carbon footprint, working alongside Kia we have been able to make the desired impact.
Our staff members up to and including director level, have been impressed by the driving range of the E-Niro and EV6 along with the build quality. The charging capability and speed has reduced the staff waiting for the vehicles to charge when comparing with other marques. We look forward to continuing our long and successful partnership with Kia and wish to thank Alex Grindrod and all the team at Bolton Kia for their continued support in our long-term plans”.
Alex Grindrod, Fleet Sales Manager at Bolton Kia, added: “We’re delighted to welcome Halewood back to buy more of Kia’s award-winning electric cars and help the company achieve its carbon reduction goals. The EV6 keeps winning the hearts and minds of customers, and it’s great to see it being put to use by such a forward thinking company as Halewood. Leading by example, Halewood is proving that now is the time to switch to electric, which can save money and importantly recognises that the latest Kia electric cars answer the typical fears about driving electric.”
Bolton Kia is proud to be Europe’s No.1 Kia dealer and a Business Specialist Dealership, located in the Middlebrook Retail Park, Bolton, close to Junction 6 of the M61.
To speak to a member of the Fleet and Business User Team, contact them directly by emailing fleet@boltonkia.co.uk or calling 01204 664 800 (option 3).
The New Bolton Kia Showroom
• The new ‘Kia Store’ showroom was officially opened by the Kia UK Limited Directors on 12th May 2022
• Showroom reopened to public following complete refit
is Officially Open
Bolton Kia has become the first dealer in the UK to feature Kia’s new corporate identity and was officially opened at a Grand Opening Evening on Thursday 12th May, by Kia UK Limited’s Commercial Director and Sales Director.
The Bolton Kia Grand Opening Evening was an invitation-only event for staff, customers, and suppliers, culminating in a celebration with key speakers, entertainment, and refreshments. Continuing the excitement on the evening, the all-new Kia Niro was unveiled – marking its first appearance in Bolton.
Kia’s new brand identity was introduced at the start of 2021, featuring a new logo that reflects its position as a leader in electrification.
As a part of this rebranding, Kia designed the ‘Kia Store’, which revolutionises the look and feel of dealerships to embrace a bold, warm and natural feeling. This comprises clear zones within the dealership, such as a customer zone featuring plenty of warm wood accents and comfy seating areas. A display zone complements but contrasts this area with Kia’s latest models showcased throughout the rest of the showroom. These two main areas are divided by an ‘infinity loop’ – a lighting feature that runs along the floor, up the walls and along the ceiling to form a continuous loop, visually separating the zones with a constant soft warm hue.
Bolton Kia is proud to be Europe’s No.1 Kia Dealer. Customers are invited to see the new showroom for themselves by visiting Bolton Kia at 79 The Linkway, Horwich, Bolton BL6 6JA, located on Middlebrook Retail Park.
Alternatively to speak to a member of our Sales Team please contact them directly by calling 01204 664800 (option 1), emailing sales@boltonkia.co.uk or using the online chat system via our website: www.kia.co.uk/bolton www.lancmag.com LANCASHIRE & NORTH WEST MAGAZINE 77
