Mayo native opens new doors for Kia in Galway city
Kia Renmore has officially opened the doors to their newly rebranded showroom in Galway, marking a significant milestone after months of careful planning and refurbishment.
The grand unveiling was attended by a distinguished group of local figures, including the Deputy Mayor of Galway, Councillor Níall McNeilis.
Among the VIPs were two-time Olympic gold medalist Fintan McCarthy, Galway hurling manager Micheál Donoghue and captain Conor Whelan, as well as Connacht Rugby players Ben Murphy, Darragh Murray and David Hawkshaw. They were joined by a host of customers, friends and family, all there to witness the exciting transformation.
Kia Renmore, a family-owned business led by Gabriel and Rita Keane, first opened its doors three years ago. Rita hails from Newcastle in Galway city while Gabriel hails originally from Claremorris in Co. Mayo, both proud graduates of the University of Galway. The sales team is headed by John Forde, who oversees the dealership’s growing success.
As the only Kia dealership in both Galway city and county, Kia Renmore has earned a reputation for offering an extensive range of new and used Kia vehicles, including petrol, diesel, hybrid and electric models, all backed by a seven-year warranty. The dealership also welcomes trade-ins of all makes and models, providing customers with top-quality used cars. In addition, Kia Renmore boasts a state-of-the-art service workshop that caters to all vehicle brands.
The highlight of the new showroom, however, is its innovative design. Moving away from the conventional car dealership layout, Kia Renmore has created an environment that offers something truly unique. The space is cleverly divided into two distinct zones: a display area showcasing the cars, and a customer zone designed to enhance the buying experience.
The customer zone offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, designed to make visitors feel at ease – almost as if they are stepping into a living room rather than a showroom. This zone redefines the traditional car-buying experience, focusing on relaxation and comfort while customers explore their options.
In contrast, the display zone exudes a futuristic energy, with metallic surfaces and reflective finishes that lend the space a cutting-edge, almost gallery-like ambiance. Here, customers can view and appreciate the vehicles in an environment that invites contemplation and engagement.
Whether you are visiting to explore the latest Kia models or simply to enjoy the modern, open atmosphere, Kia Renmore's new showroom represents a bold leap forward in the automotive retail landscape – a place where innovation meets customer care in a beautifully designed setting.