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Kia Motors being mentioned in the fashion world isn’t something very common, and it’s always exciting to see when that happens. Because hey – who doesn’t like to be in style? So today we’d like to introduce you to a ferociously stylish Kia Picanto with a help of a leading Argentinean fashion blogger – Titi. Titi drove this Kia Picanto around Punta del Este in Uruguay designed by artist Cynthia Cohen, and she said she couldn’t go anywhere unnoticed with this leopard print compact on the road. After seeing the Picanto she stylishly coordinated a pair of leopard print Adidas with this ride. Let’s take a look. Leopard on leopard? We approve. Photo courtesy of …
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Kia Motors launched its second installment of the “Green Light Project” on January 31st in Salima, Malawi with Salima Governor Ali Phiri, Kia officials, Korea Food for the Hungry International (KFHI) and 500 local residents in attendance. Kia donated three trucks, which will be used for regional support and quality of life improvement such as education, medical services and building a social contribution center. Ali Phiri expressed gratitude for choosing Salima as Kia Motors’ global social responsibility project, and indicated that this initiative will improve Salima’s residential environment and local residents’ ability to stand on their own feet. The Green Light Pro…
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Blurring the line between Kia’s gorgeous GT concept and a luxury CUV, Kia Motors slipped the silk off the beautiful Cross GT concept at the 2013 Chicago Auto Show. Amid the popping strobes of cameras, the Cross GT stunned onlookers with its elegant yet powerful stance, confirming once again Kia’s now-well-established reputation for world-class design. The Cross GT seamlessly melds high technology with nature, creating a harmonious partnership between driver and vehicle that also respects our global environment. Purely conceptual, the Cross GT reveals Kia’s intentions to potentially offer a larger premium CUV than the current Sorento. While the GT’s lines were penned…
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Unveiled today at the 2013 Chicago Auto Show, this Optima Hybrid signals the continuation of a 10-month, eight vehicle partnership between Kia and DC Entertainment based on the iconic characters that make up the Justice League – Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, The Flash, Aquaman and Cyborg. An eighth and final vehicle will be an amalgamation of all seven Super Heroes in one. Influenced by the artistry of comic book visionary, Jim Lee, the Justice League-inspired Kia vehicles serve as a force for good in the world by raising awareness of DC Entertainment’s “We Can Be Heroes” giving campaign, a relief effort to bring help and hope to people affected by dro…
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Kia Motors ignited the 2013 Chicago Auto Show when the all-new, ultra-hot Forte (Cerato in some markets) 5-door rolled on-stage. The all-new Forte 5-door SX’s eye-catching European-inspired hatchback design is complimented by an all-new 1.6-liter gasoline direct-injected (GDI) turbocharged four-cylinder engine putting out 201 horsepower and 195 lb.-ft. of torque, making the all-new Forte 5-door SX the most powerful Forte from Kia Motors to date. The Forte 5-door is expected to go on sale in the third quarter of 2013, and pricing will be announced closer to launch. Presented in two trim levels, EX and SX, with two distinct engine choices, the Forte 5-door will offer cus…
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Just ahead of the 2013 Chicago Auto Show, Kia Motors is revealing a sneak peek of its next stunning concept, the Cross GT. Inspired by nature, driven by technology, the Cross GT hints at the future of Kia’s design language in the form of a premium Crossover Utility Vehicle (CUV) that is larger than the new 2014 Sorento. Lees hele artikel
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The new Kia pro_cee’d GT and cee’d GT – the brand’s most performance-focused production cars ever – will enjoy their world premieres at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show on March 5th. Designed in Europe under the direction of President and Chief Design Officer, Peter Schreyer, the two debutants feature bold athletic styling, LED daytime running lights, dual-exhaust pipes, 18-inch alloy wheels and eye-catching red brake calipers. The new turbocharged 1.6-litre GDI gasoline engine will produce 204 ps and 265 Nm, powering the front wheels through a six-speed manual transmission and allowing the Kia pro_cee’d GT and cee’d GT to accelerate from 0 to 100 kph in 7.9 seconds. …
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Kia Motors is proud to announce that Road & Travel Magazine has named the 2013 Kia Optima as the International Car of the Year at the 2013 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. Completely redesigned for the 2011 model year, the Optima’s stunning design combined with modern amenities and impressive value propelled the mid-size sedan to becoming the top-selling Kia vehicle in 2012. “We are thrilled that our best-selling Optima has earned the distinction of being named International Car of the Year by Road & Travel Magazine, further elevating its status in the midsize segment,” said Michael Sprague, executive vice president of marketing and com…
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Kia is set to deliver a provocative and racy new urban concept car at this year’s Geneva Motor Show. With the company’s signature tiger-nose morphing into a mischievous yet friendly grille and headlight arrangement, coupled with strong styling lines that exude speed and energy from every angle, Kia’s newest concept vehicle is guaranteed to attract attention. Here are the images of Kia’s new concept vehicle that’s born to provoke. There are more to come, so keep checking in. What do you think? What do you think about these initial sketches? Tell us what you think in the comment section below. Learn More Check out what other Kia concept vehicles have been sho…
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Kia Motors creates a visual symphony of art and science. The best driving experience comes from the perfect connection between car and driver – a give-and-take relationship that dates back to when the wheel was first invented. Car owners often describe their vehicles as an extension of themselves. So it comes as no surprise that people can develop passionate and emotional bonds with their cars. We all know someone out there who loves their car with more than just sentimental value. You know who we’re talking about, and it might even be you – the three-hour double coat waxing devotee who probably even nicknamed their ride like a sea boat captain. It’s OK, we’re car people…
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The significantly upgraded, new-look Kia Cadenza luxury sedan made its overseas premiere today (Tuesday) at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, USA. The upgraded Cadenza moves the Kia brand further up market by offering customers an impressive list of standard and optional equipment that takes in-car technology and premium features to an entirely new level. Sophisticated and elegant styling Based closely on the 2009 model’s styling by Kia’s President and Chief Design Officer, Peter Schreyer, the new-look Cadenza features fresh elements that incorporate Kia’s evolving design DNA. Echoing some of the visual innovations of the flagship Kia Quori…
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Kia Motors announced at its Australian Open 2013 vehicle handover ceremony that it will extend its agreement as the major sponsor of the Australian Open for an additional five years through to 2018. The new deal cements Kia as the longest running major sponsor of the event, with 17 continuous years of commitment to the first tennis Grand Slam® tournament of the year. The sponsorship rights of the renewed agreement will remain largely the same, with a host of new marketing programs to be introduced by Kia at the Australian Open over the next five years. Kia will continue to supply more than 100 official tournament vehicles each year for the safe transportation of players,…
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Our all-new Cerato (Forte) made its world premiere at the LA Auto Show back in November, and last month we asked the 2 million plus people who like Kia Motors on Facebook to ask any questions they might have about our next generation compact sedan. Numerous inquiries poured in from across the globe, and we’ve sorted them into six categories: Body Style Variants Engine Specifications Design Availability Options Safety & Ride Handling We would like to answer these questions and help demystify the all-new Cerato – Let’s begin. Body Style Variants People asked a lot about the body style variants of the all-new Cerato. Following the launch of the four-door sedan, a…
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2013 has dawned and Kia Motors would like to wish you a Happy New Year! We are fully charged and ready to drive into 2013. Are you? Lees hele artikel
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As the year 2012 officially approaches to an end, we’d like to look back at some of the BUZZ postings from fall and winter to see which ones fans have picked as favorites. Let’s take a journey down the memory lane and wrap up 2012. 5. Become a Superhero in this Batman-Inspired Optima Back in October, Kia Motors America teamed up with DC Entertainment and RIDES magazine to create a brooding, Batman-inspired Optima to be displayed at New York’s Time Warner Center. This was the first of eight customized Kia vehicles to signal the beginning of a 10-month partnership based on the iconic characters of the Justice League. Not only this Batman inspired Optima looked awesome, …
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2012 was certainly an eventful year for Kia Motors. From various new vehicle launches, awards to motor shows, it was a wild ride and we enjoyed every moment of it. Today on BUZZ, we’d like to recap some of these momentous milestones and share with you what got us moving in the year 2012. Let’s take a look. 2012 Highlights and Milestones 1) All-new Kia cee’d premiers at Geneva Motor Show All-new Kia cee’d made its global premiere at the 2012 Geneva International Motor Show. More sophisticated, more efficient, more refined and with a more engaging driving experience than its predecessor, new cee’d launched to build on the success of the original model, further e…
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New ‘dynamic muscularity’ brings emotional appeal The all-new ‘look’ of the third-generation Cerato (Forte) was created at Kia’s American Design Center in Irvine, California. The design team was directed by Peter Schreyer, Kia’s Chief Design Officer and headed by Tom Kearns, Chief Designer, Kia Motors America. Sculpted to portray ‘dynamic muscularity’ and provoke an emotional response, the sleeker new Cerato has cab-forward styling, a lower coupe-like roofline, distinctive eye-catching concave door contours and a rising beltline with a chrome window molding extending into the C-pillar to project an aura of elegance. Moving the A-pillar forwards and the C-pillar …
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People place different levels of importance on various features when purchasing their next car, but safety should always be on the top of the list. The all-new Kia cee’d is no exception, especially with a Euro NCAP five-star rating as proof to that fact. Today on Buzz, we’re going to see what Kia engineers have to say when it comes to designing a car for performance as well as safety. New pedestrian protection technologies in all-new Kia cee’d The engineers in charge of collision safety for the all-new cee’d participated in all aspects of the car’s development, including design, packaging, system design and analysis, because safety performance can be improved when all…
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Rooted in exquisite culture and rich history, the modern-day images of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Oman, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan can elicit feelings of glamour, luxury and prosperity – and with good reason. These countries are among the fastest growing economies in the world and often top lavish lifestyle lists with their luxurious hotels and opulent architectural marvels, such as the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, the tallest building in the world. It’s safe to say that premiering a luxury car in the Middle East can test its attractiveness and allure among the most affluent and prestige conscious drivers in the world. That’s why we chose this region for the overse…
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Kia receives iF design awards for its three-door pro_cee’d and innovative Optima iPad app
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The second-generation Kia pro_cee’d has become Kia’s latest model to be recognized for its exceptional design, earning a prestigious iF product design award. The three-door pro_cee’d which will go on sale in the second half of 2013, was a winner in the ‘Transportation Design’ category of the awards, which saw more than 3,000 products entered from 48 countries. A jury of over 30 industry professionals judged the entries on design quality, workmanship, innovation, functionality and safety. The award is the fifth iF design award for Kia, which has won almost 20 awards for design since 2009. The all-new pro_cee’d differs significantly from the five-door cee’d, featuri…
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It was another exciting appearance for Kia at the Los Angeles Auto Show where the upgraded Kia Sorento and all-new Kia Forte (Cerato) premiered. Today on Kia-Buzz, we’re jumping onto the show floor to take a look at Kia’s presence at this year’s event. The Aquaman-inspired Rio 5-door made an appearance after its premiere at this year’s SEMA show in Las Vegas. An ocean lover like Aquaman would be happy to know that the Rio has a reputation of being one the most eco-friendly vehicles in Kia’s lineup, especially since 85% of its material can be recycled at the end of its lifespan. The Rio 5-door received the world famous West Coast Customs treatment with special gold, gre…
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Kia’s first high performance models, the three-door Kia pro_cee’d GT and the five-door Kia cee’d GT, will go on sale in mid-2013. Kia pro_cee’d GT (3-door) rendering The two new GT models will be powered by a new version of Kia’s 1.6-litre GDI (gasoline direct injection) engine, equipped with a twin-scroll turbocharger and strengthened internal components. Power and torque outputs are dramatically increased. Maximum power is 204 ps, up 51% over the non-turbo engine, with torque up 61% to 265 Nm. Fitted with a six-speed manual gearbox, the new models’ performance targets include 0 to 100 kph acceleration in just 7.9 seconds. Significant developments to the chassis an…
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In our last post we covered the all-new cee’d’s exterior design. Now we’re making our way inside to break down its sporty interior. Design Goal ‘Innovative with emotional appeal’ was the design goal for the cee’d with the intention of capturing the hearts of consumers. How? By creating an interior with a plethora of convenience features that are laid out both stylishly and elegantly. The inside is futuristic, dynamic and appealing with its refined scheme and sleek surfaces. Designed for Drivers This might sound like we’re stating the obvious, but the cee’d’s interior was designed with driver convenience in mind. In other words, form should follow function. The crash…
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To coincide with the unveiling of the all-new Kia Cerato(Forte) on Wednesday at the LA Motor Show, Kia has revealed details of the version for other export markets outside of North America. This model is scheduled to go on sale during the first quarter of 2013 at Kia dealerships in many countries around the world. The third-generation Cerato boasts sleeker styling with ‘dynamic muscularity’ in a design that is longer, lower and wider than the current car, with an extended wheelbase. It also features an all-new bodyshell, upgraded equipment, a host of additional convenience and safety features, a more spacious cabin with enhanced quality, improved refinement and an upgra…
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Kia’s all new cee’d premiered at the Geneva Motor Show this past March and quickly captured the attention of automobile enthusiasts worldwide with its enhanced design. The cee’d is a contender in one the world’s most fiercely crowded and competitive European C-segment (mid-size car) market, so creating an appealing design was vital. Today on Buzz, we’re going unfold the first part of the cee’d’s design story from the outside-in, and breakdown its sportiness and unique design elements. The main concept of the cee’d exterior design is ‘solid, fast and dynamic’. New design elements such as the ‘DLO (Day Light Opening)’ (overall shape of the car’s side windows) was extende…
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