The Kia Sedona Is the Ultimate Family Vehicle

Fort Lauderdale is a popular tourist destination that's also a great place to call home thanks to its sunny subtropical climate, pristine beaches, and scenic canals. If you're craving ice cream or any other type of cool and creamy dessert, you should know that this coastal South Florida city is the ideal place to grab a delicious frozen treat. Drop by one, two, or all three of these scrumptious locations to access irresistible fare and warm, friendly service. Chill-N Nitrogen Ice Cream This exciting and ultra-modern ice cream shop is situated at 2422 N. Federal Highway. The shop is unique because it provides ice cream that's flash-frozen with liquid nitrogen. When you visit Chill-N Nitrogen Ice Cream, you'll get ice cream that's remarkably fresh, tasty, and smooth because your ice cream will be made right after you order it. You'll love the novelty of seeing science in action as your ice cream is prepared. You'll have tons of enticing flavors to choose from, from tried-and-true classics like vanilla, strawberry, and chocolate to more innovative flavors, such as Pop Tarts, Coconut Milk, and Pumpkin. Yo Mama's Ice Cream If you're exploring Fort Lauderdale Beach and you want ice cream that helps you to beat the heat, be sure to visit Yo Mama's Ice Cream. This frozen treat shop is a favorite with the beach crowd and you'll find it at 901 Sunrise Lane. Ice cream at Yo Mama's is made from scratch each day right in front of customers. This shop is renowned for its homemade waffle cones, milkshakes, frozen lemonade, and ice cream sundaes. Sundae fans may select their preferred sundae toppings, which are sold by the ounce, including coconut shavings and gummy bears. There are lots of wonderful ice cream flavors to choose from, such as Orange Creamsicle, Buttered Rum, and Cotton Candy. Yo Mama's offers tons of fun and delectable ice cream flavors and menu choices, so there's truly something for everyone. Stefano Versace Gelato If you're into upscale shopping and also appreciate Italian gelato, head to Fort Lauderdale's elegant Galleria Mall located at 2414 E. Sunrise Blvd. You'll find amazing boutiques, plus a very special frozen treat emporium called Stefano Versace Gelato. In Italy, gelato is part of the culture and the gelato specialists at this shop use traditional ingredients and processes to create authentic Italian gelato recipes. Many styles of gelato are available, including dazzling Gold Gelato, which features an outer layer of edible gold leaf, and Vegan Gelato. Along with its plethora of frozen treats, Stefano Versace Gelato now offers breakfast, lunch, and happy hour menus. You may want to grab an appetizer or entree from one of the new menus and then enjoy some cool and flavorful gelato for dessert. Creamy smoothies and fresh juices are also available. Now that you have a taste of the thriving frozen treat scene in Fort Lauderdale, why not sample your favorite frozen desserts today? This city is home to some stellar ice cream shops and gelato emporiums. Image via Flickr by thebittenword.com used under CC By

The 2020 Telluride is a solid SUV for getting you where you want to go and back again, in style. There are plenty of reasons to choose a Telluride; the following are a few of the features that make it stand out from the crowd. Overview The 2020 Telluride is all new and the largest SUV manufactured by Kia with seating for up to eight passengers. The SUV is available in four trim levels — LX, S, EX, and SX — with your choice of all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive. Front-wheel drive comes standard. Performance The 2020 sport utility is powered by a 3.8-liter V-6 engine paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission with overdrive. It's supported by a strut-front suspension and rear multi-link suspension. The engine produces 291 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 262-pound feet of torque at 5,200 rpm. Towing capacity is generous with the SUV capable of towing up to 5,000 pounds. For a large SUV, the Telluride has a competitive fuel economy. For comparison, the front-wheel drive has a fuel economy rating of 20 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway. The all-wheel drive has an estimated fuel rate of 19 mpg in the city and 24 mpg on the highway. Interior The interior is spacious and fitted with premium synthetic seats, a second-row bench seat, pass-through rear seat, and an additional rear seat. Travel time is comfortable in the city and on the highway with ample head, hip, leg, and shoulder room. An available option for winter travel is the availability of heated and ventilated second-row seats. Connectivity is supported by UVO link services that connect the SUV's features remotely. This feature is available with a 10.25-inch touch screen with head-up display. When room is needed for cargo space, the Telluride provides 87 cubic feet of cargo volume from the back to seat one. With the first and second seats in use, the cargo volume is 46 cubic feet to seat two. With all seats in place, the storage area is 21 cubic feet to seat three. more Safety Features The Telluride comes with an abundance of features dedicated to passenger and vehicle safety. Air bags are available for the driver and front passenger, front and rear head air bag, and front side air bag. Child safety locks are also part of the safety features. The SUV also has standard safe exit assist. Driver assisted safety features promote a confident drive. There are several available systems to aid the driver, such as a blind spot view monitor, blind spot collision avoidance assist-rear, lane departure warning, lane keeping assist, integrated turn signal mirrors, and daytime running lights. Four-wheel disc brakes, four-wheel anti-lock braking system, electronic stability control, traction control, and brake assist each support a safer driving experience. When choosing the 2020 Telluride, you'll be selecting a well-designed SUV that was awarded "Best in Show" at the Detroit Auto Show. The award was based on the SUV's high-end technology, spacious interior, and a well-designed comfortable cabin. Image via Flickr by Crown Star Images used under CC By

When you're in the market for an affordable, fuel efficient, and eco-friendly vehicle but not sure which model fits your lifestyle the best, consider one of these three hybrids available from Kia. Optima Hybrid Power and Performance When you blend classic style with elegance, the result is the 2020 Optima Hybrid fitted with a 2.0-liter GDI (gasoline direct injection) engine supported by a 6-speed automatic transmission. The engine produces 271-pound feet of torque. The Optima's hybrid system uses a gasoline injection engine and electric motor power to enhance drive time, whether working in unison or separately while remaining green. The Optima has an estimated EPA of 40 miles per gallon (mpg) in the city and 45 mpg on the highway for a combined fuel economy of 42 mpg. The high-density lithium polymer battery in the current model has significantly improved over the prior generation, delivering an increase of 19 percent to power and 13 percent more energy. Regenerative braking provides on-going support by charging the battery each time the hybrid decelerates. Driver-Assisted Technology Convenience features are part of the hybrid's likeability. These include an 8-inch rear-view monitor fitted with dynamic parking guidance, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, blind spot collision warning, smart cruise control with stop and go, and driver attention warning. Optima Plug-in Power and Performance Like the hybrid, the Optima Plug-in is designed with efficiency in mind. The stylish sedan operates on a full parallel hybrid system, providing an impressive 202 combined drivetrain horsepower at 6,000 revolutions per minute (rpm) and 101 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe). The plug-in is equipped with an interior-permanent magnet synchronous motor and a gasoline direct injection engine. more Interior The Optima Plug-in offers comfort, convenience, and entertainment features, such as heated front seats, a 12-way power-adjustable driver's seat with 4-way power lumbar support, an UVO link with an 8-inch touch screen display, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and an Harman Kardon QuantumLogic surround sound audio system. Niro Plug-in Power and Performance For SUV enthusiasts, the Niro Plug-in is designed with you in mind. The stylish car is powered by a 1.6-liter engine providing 104 horsepower at 5,700 rpm and an AC synchronous permanent magnet motor. Using a 240-volt power outlet, the plug-in's high capacity battery recharges in about two and a half hours. Using a 120-volt household outlet, the system takes about nine hours to recharge. Safety Features Safety features enhance driving capability, and the Optima Hybrid, Optima Plug-in, and Niro Plug-in each provide plenty of passenger and vehicle coverage. The hybrid has dual front advanced air bags, dual front seat-mounted side air bags, a driver's knee air bag, front seatbelt pretensioners, and lower anchors and tethers for children (LATCH). The vehicle is equipped with 4-wheel disc brakes with an anti-lock braking system, electronic brake-force distribution, traction control, hill start assist control, and a brake assist system. Take your driving adventures to a higher level of efficiency and fuel and energy economy when you're behind the wheel of a 2020 hybrid from Kia.