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Kia BUZZ is Kia's officiële blog voor het delen van informatie over Kia voertuigen, nieuws, informatie en adviezen. Kia BUZZ is geschreven door een breed gamma van Kia deskundigen en managers vanuit de hele organisatie om zo te helpen Kia dichter bij haar klanten, het bedrijfsleven industriële opinieleiders en auto liefhebbers te brengen.
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If “modern” and “youthful” were two keywords in decoding Rio’s exterior design, “firm” and “edgy” should be used to interpret its interior. Kia designers wanted to accommodate drivers’ needs to look good and feel good during weekdays when they are going out to work, as well as during sporty weekends. The result is a driver-centered spacious interior that is strong, sporty and comfortable – all in one. The center air vent layout is simple and horizontal, which was inspired by classical looking cars, but the center fascia is solid-looking with three accentuated cylinders emphasizing state-of-the-art technology. Even the arrow inside the speedometer was refined to be more fo…
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We frequently see car ads featuring sleek and powerful looking SUVs roaming the concrete jungle of the city or a devastatingly dry, sandy desert. Kia Sorento doesn’t just claim it can drive in the harshest road conditions – it proved it with its own Dakar Rally adventure last December. You would be surprised to know that the Sorento has a long history when it comes to testing in real off-road conditions. The Sorento has participated in the USA’s toughest off-road racing series, the six-round SCORE Desert Racing Series, which is considered one of the most difficult sports events in the world. However, many drivers have a special corner in their racing hearts for the D…
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How do you define a design? Is it a shape? A color? Or a form? Team Kia believes design is more than just visible elements. It is a subtle language which is spoken through a car, which you perceive not only with your eyes, but also with your other senses. It is a combination of everything you feel, touch, see and hear. The language of design should also contain a hint of the company’s philosophy and beliefs, but more importantly, it’s the passion that stands out from competitors. All of this was required when numerous engineers, project managers and designers from centers in Europe, North America and Korea put their heads together to create the all-new Kia Rio, a car that…
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It’s no secret that the golden rule of saving money with your car is to increase fuel efficiency. Follow these tips on car maintenance and you will be able to save your budget. Lighten Your Car (Force = Mass * Acceleration) It’s all made clear in one simple physics equation: force = mass * acceleration. One of the most important things when it comes to fuel efficiency is the weight of a car. In the manufacturing process, carmakers put a lot of efforts on reducing weight of car to achieve better fuel efficiency. See if there are any unnecessary objects inside your car that need to be taken out. Know Your Tires Another simple physics rule is applicable here. The …
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Hello everyone! After the Frankfurt Motor Show review, I would like to share some short, exciting news. Yesterday morning, the all-new Rio (called Pride here in Korea) was officially launched in Korea. During the launching show, the Rio 4-door and 5-door were launched. To my disappointment, the 3-door was not included in the launching plans. Because sedan-like cars are more popular here in Korea. It would probably be difficult to expect the 3-door to be introduced here. I personally prefer 2-door coupe and 3-door hatchback body types. So it will be fun to drive the 3-door’s 1.6GDI engine and six-speed manual transmission. The theme for the all-new Rio Korean launching…
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The No. 10 Infinity Audio Kia Forte Koup took top honors in the Street Tuner (ST) class at the Grand-Am Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge (CTSCC) race in Alabama! Drivers Nic Jonsson and Michael Galati captured Kia’s first-ever GRAND-AM championship on Sept. 17 at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. Kia and racing partner Kinetic Motorsports entered the season finale at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course with narrow three-point leads in both standings. Co-drivers Nic Jönsson and Michael Galati used the Forte Koup’s braking, handling and fuel-efficiency advantages on the 13-turn circuit to battle a field of more than 30 competitors during the 2.5-hour race, propelling Ki…
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Hello everyone, it has been quite some time since my last post on the Optima Hybrid test drive (http://kia-buzz.com/?p=7891). This time, I would like to take you through the Frankfurt Motor Show Press Day, which took place last Tuesday, and I had the pleasure of attending. As most of you know, the Frankfurt Motor Show is one of the world’s five largest motor shows. The sheer size and importance of the show places it as one of the top three world motor shows along with the Geneva Motor Show and the Paris Motor Show. Like all motor shows, Frankfurt is where major automobile manufacturers reveal their latest models and which direction they are heading in for the future, but…
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During the economic recession, many car companies delayed introducing new models, but not anymore. At Frankfurt, more than 100 new vehicles competed for visitors’ attention, and about 10,000 reporters jumped from showroom to showroom to cover the future trends of the auto industry. Kia has been particularly aggressive by unveiling a coupe-like sports sedan, named GT, and a new 3-door version of the already acclaimed Rio for the occasion, drawing much media interest and many visitors. Many media outlets have been focusing on the GT, a concept car that made a few jaws drop when it was finally put on display. The 4,690 mm long concept has the classic front-engine, rear-whe…
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Hello Kia fans! As you know, the Frankfurt Motor Show is fast approaching and we’re counting down the days! However, as many of us will not be able to see the show in person, Kia will broadcast live streaming video of the press conference from Frankfurt on Sept. 13 at 1:45 p.m. CEST. Through the live broadcast, you will be among the first to see and hear about Kia’s latest news, including a brand new concept car and the all-new Rio three-door. You can watch the live stream in the video link below and check out the Q&A under the video link. Don’t miss out and join us on Sept. 13! Lees hele artikel
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Guten Morgen from Frankfurt! (Live webcast notice for Frankfurt motor show press conference)
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One of the world’s biggest automobile events is just around the corner and Kia is itching to showcase its latest gems of technological and design advancement. The Internationale Autombil-Ausstellung (IAA), more commonly known as the Frankfurt Motor Show, has more than 100 years of history and is the holy site for car manufacturers to discuss a variety of auto topics, introduce major products and set new industry trends. A whole new year of automobile history will start in Frankfurt. About 900 exhibitors are expected to join for the 2011 show and Kia has two very special surprises awaiting visitors. Two weeks ago, we revealed a new concept car-a four-door sports sedan t…
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The Kia Picanto has won its first major award! It has been named Northern Car of the Year by the Northern group of Motoring Writers in UK for its great looks, quality and excellent packaging. As a brand, Kia has been recognized for its consistent quality and style by many medias and journalists. Kia has become the only company to have two vehicles ranked in the Top 10 on three separate occasions The all-new Picanto is available with a choice of two fuel-efficient 1.0 and 1.25 Kappa petrol engines as well as a three-door or five-door body style. ※ Options might differ depending on regions. We at Kia are very proud of our Picanto and hope to see more accolades to come…
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An app for the all-new Picanto is now available on iPad where users can see what their Picanto can look like in their favorite color and check out the advanced comfort and safety features that come with Picanto. The app contains an inside and out details that you might want to know about Picanto from its engines, wheels to other sophisticated features. You can test out the latest safety features such as Emergency Stop Signal or see how fuel efficiency can be improved with ISG (idle stop and go) system. The app also provides high quality pictures of what your Picanto would look like if you choose the exterior as well as interior color. Download the app now and f…
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MUSIC-LOVING HAMSTERS SHUFFLE TO LMFAO’S SMASH HIT “PARTY ROCK ANTHEM” IN NEW ADVERTISING CAMPAIGN
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When the funky Soul urban passenger vehicle arrived in 2009 it announced Kia Motors’ design-led transformation and immediately stood out from its boxy competitors with an intriguing combination of eye-catching looks, a unique personality and a memorable advertising campaign starring a trio of music-loving hamsters. The evolution of the Soul continues this weekend with the debut of a new 60-second spot for the significantly refreshed 2012 Soul featuring the return of the hamsters and this summer’s hottest song, “Party Rock Anthem,” by electro-pop group LMFAO. “Share Some Soul” is set in a dark, futuristic videogame world in which the hamsters turn a fierce battle between…
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Two motorists are preparing to drive a 2011 Kia Optima Hybrid into the pages of the Guinness Book of World Records this week as they aim to set a new record for lowest fuel consumption (in a gasoline hybrid car) while driving through all 48 adjoining states of America. Taking on the epic 8,000 mile fuel economy driving challenge will be experienced fuel economy driver Wayne Gerdes and his colleague and friend Chris Bernius, who will be completing the journey in a factory-standard Kia Optima Hybrid. The record attempt will see the drivers depart from Kia Motors’ manufacturing plant in West Point, Georgia, on August 26, travelling through the 48 adjoining states in a cl…
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Powerful, dynamic, and forward-looking. These are three words that anyone of us would like our car to be associated with. Kia presented a concept car, rear-wheel drive four-door sports sedan that successfully encompasses those three words at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Kia’s new concept car shows seamless integration of muscular proportions with stylish sleekness as well as feminine and elegant four seater cockpit. Peter Schreyer, Kia Motors Chief Design Officer commented proudly, “No matter from which perspective you look at it, this concept car is roaring with energy and ready for take-off.” He also said Kia is ready to move forward on all new chapter, that the car si…
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Our readers may remember the Picanto Nail Art animation that we first introduced in June here on Kia BUZZ. Since then, the video has reached over 3.3 million views! The Picanto Nail Art animation has received positive feedback from customers and media. The video has been covered by media from around the world, from Japan to the United States! Here’s what some had to say about the Picanto Nail Art animation: “Hip-hop hamsters made the funky-fresh Kia Soul a widely recognized and sought-after vehicle, with sales numbers to prove it. Could the European Picanto be the next big thing? Perhaps, provided the company nails (pun intended) the TV spots.” — Automobile Magazine…
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The rear-wheel drive four-door sports sedan Powerful, dynamic, and forward-looking.These are three words that anyone of us would like our car to be associated with. Kia presented a concept car, rear-wheel drive four-door sports sedan that successfully encompasses those three words at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Kia’s new concept car shows seamless integration of muscular proportions with stylish sleekness as well as feminine and elegant four seater cockpit. Peter Schreyer, Kia Motors Chief Design Officer commented proudly, “No matter from which perspective you look at it, this concept car is roaring with energy and ready for take-off.” He also said Kia is ready to move …
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Taking good care of your tires does not have to be difficult or time consuming. By following these tips, you can ensure safe performance, top mileage and longer tire life for your car. 1. Check the tire pressure It is essential to check tire pressures at least once a month. There are several places you can find the correct pressure level for your vehicle: the vehicle’s owner manual, inside the gas tank lid, the driver’s side doorframe and on the door post. Remember the air pressure listed on the side of your tire is not the correct air pressure, but the maximum level for your car. Check the air pressure when the tire is cold because the pressure is highly affecte…
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Optima Hybrid Test Driving (Get a sense of the future of automobiles with the Optima Hybrid)
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Last time, I test-drove the all-new Picanto and the all-new Sportage. Today, I’d like to introduce Kia Buzz’s third test-drive featuring the all-new Optima Hybrid. (All-new Picanto test drive: http://kia-buzz.com/?p=6650, All-new Sportage Turbo GDI test drive: http://kia-buzz.com/?p=7355) The all-new Optima is one of the models that best reflects Kia’s design and product identity, which includes simple lines and the spirit of “fun to drive.” In addition to these great aspects, Kia has introduced the Optima Hybrid to satisfy our customers who care about fuel efficiency and environment. Let’s take a look at the Optima Hybrid. To test this hybrid both in downtown and on h…
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The all-new Picanto is brightening the sales forecast in Europe with the series of good reviews for the compact car comparative evaluations by the major German automobile media. The Picanto has been ranked No.1 twice at the ‘“Foreign Compact Car Model Comparative Evaluation’” executed by the Auto Bild and the ‘“Under € 1 Million Car Comparative Rating’” executed by the Auto Zeitung of Germany. At the Auto Bild’s comparative evaluation with the foreign models of 9 car types sold in Germany, the Picanto ranked in the top of the compact car sector with a total score of 311 from the ▲safety ▲convenience ▲exterior design ▲interior comfort categories. The Auto Bild com…
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July 25, 2011, a Kia flagship dealer using the new Kia Global Space Identity (Global SI) was opened in Nanjing city of China, which is the world’s largest new SI dealer of Kia so far. The Global SI of Kia Motors Corporation is the global standard on all the Kia dealership’s facilities, which is designed to provide a consistent Look & Feel of the Kia brand to our customers who visit any Kia dealer. We adopted the Global SI to make our dealers’ appearance and layout more memorable and appealing in the eyes of our customers, while aiming to enhance our brand awareness and familiarity, thereby further improving customer’s perception of the Kia brand across all the w…
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Summer is in full swing and cars are hitting the roads for vacation destinations. Before you hop in the car to zoom off to your getaway, take note of our suggestions for a safe and fun drive. Check the vehicle. Prior to the trip, make sure to get a vehicle maintenance check for factors including tire tread depth, tire pressures and engine & brake oil condition. Check your lights, signals, wiper blades, horn and radio. Also check to see, if the spare tire is usable. Bring a solution like Rain-X (glass treatment) for optimal visibility in case of rain. Prepare an emergency kit. Related to the maintenance check, pack an emergency kit. A basic kit should include …
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Now Kia fans can get information on the go with the launch of Kia’s mobile website, “m.kiamotors.com”! The website allows users to learn about Kia Motors simply through their smart phones. E-catalogs for all Kia models can be downloaded and opened with popular mobile apps like Evernote, Stanza and Dropbox. Kia cars exterior and interior can be viewed in a 360 degree view with the flick of a finger. Users can also find detailed information about Kia’s design, technology, environmental efforts, sponsorships, after-sales services and overall corporate values. The mobile website is social media friendly, linking to Twitter, Facebook and of course, the Kia BUZZ Blog. Scan…
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The number of smart phone users is increasing worldwide. To keep up with this trend, Kia has offered various brand applications since 2009. If you haven’t downloaded Kia’s applications, today’s posting will be helpful for downloading the applications you want. Fight4Picanto -Released July 11, 2011 (Link: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/fight4picanto/id432889434?mt=8) Think cats are sensitive, sweet and cuddly? Not all of them. This is a game app where cat fighters face off. You can choose your own character from four cats that do karate, kick-boxing and street-fighting. You can also enjoy multi-player gaming through the Game Center. Kia Optima AR- Released Januar…
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Hello, Kia BUZZ readers! Today, I’d like to introduce the various new technologies that are in the cutting-edge 『Optima Hybrid』, from VESS (Virtual Engine Sound System), which alerts pedestrians that the vehicle is approaching, to the regenerative brake system, which converts kinetic energy into electric energy when the vehicle slows down. 1. Pedestrian Safety – VESS (Virtual Engine Sound System) Hybrid vehicles can operate by employing an electric motor without a gasoline engine, unlike traditional internal combustion engine vehicles, which produce less noise. This may make it difficult for pedestrians to be aware of the vehicle’s presence. Recent results from a sur…
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