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“The 2017 Kia Niro is the automaker’s first offering built from the get-go as a hybrid/electric vehicle, á la the Toyota Prius and Chevrolet Volt. The end result is a well-packaged blend of exceptional fuel economy, ample passenger room and versatile cargo flexibility, our conclusion after spending a full day on the streets, highways and winding, undulating back roads in and around San Antonio, Texas.” Click to Read More Lees volledige artikel

[See image gallery at www.autoguide.com] Check out the marketing campaign for the new Kia Niro crossover and the term ‘hybrid’ is conspicuously absent. “We call this the Kia Niro,” as one new TV spot goes, “but that’s only because ‘breakthrough, game-changing crossover that gets over 40 miles per gallon combined and is really fun to drive’ just wouldn’t fit on the back.” And they’re all like that. It’s an unconventional — and, frankly, somewhat odd — approach to market the brand’s first standalone hybrid vehicle as anything but. So why publicly disregard what’s arguably the crossover’s greatest selling feature? After all, the Niro was recently named a Guinness World…

Since its debut, the Kia Niro has been making headlines all over the world with many feats including its record breaking achievements and high tech assistance features. To showcase the unique charm and appeal of the Niro, Kia’s global network has released a series of creative and riveting commercials, going to great lengths to capture and showcase all the charm and appeal of the Niro. Imaginative, touching, and downright hilarious, each commercial captures the distinctive positioning of the Niro as a hybrid utility vehicle (HUV) – a crossover between a hybrid vehicle and a compact SUV. Take a look at some of the most memorable Niro TV spots from around the world! Kor…

First spy shots of the Kia Stonic hit the web! Both Hyundai and Kia have been working hard to deliver their B-segment crossovers to the market. Hyundai small SUV has been spied testing in different parts of the globe several … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel

Kia has made the new Niro crossover the star of its Super Bowl ad. Teaming up with actress Melissa McCarthy, the Korean automaker shows off various scenarios and on hard it is to be an “eco-warrior.” But then it goes on to say it’s easy to drive like one with the Niro hybrid. The fuel-efficient crossover returns an EPA-estimated 46 mpg in the city and 40 mpg on the highway, for a 43-mpg combined rating. SEE ALSO: New 2017 Kia Niro Priced, Comes With Huge List of Standard Features McCarthy goes through it all in the commercial, from trying to save whales to trees, ice caps to rhinos. Each mission of course leads to personal disaster, with Kia showing that it can be a …

We have just gotten a hint about the upcoming 2018 Kia models and think sharing the news with you guys would be a cool gesture. It’s true that this is almost one year away from now, but you can expect … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel

The 2017 Kia Cadenza is in showrooms now, and comes equipped with power and technology that make for a great ride. The second-generation Cadenza has a whole new exterior and interior design, comes equipped with upgraded engine, and even gives you the … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel

Test driving is a crucial part of the car buying process but is one that many customers forego due to the often complicated and time consuming procedure. To ensure that every potential customer gets a chance to test out our cars, Kia has developed a new mobile optimized webpage for booking a test drive! Kia’s ‘Hands-On’ campaign now eliminates all the hassles of a conventional test drive, offering a streamlined and straightforward system that caters to the convenience and leisure of potential customers. With our quick and easy digital solution, our goal is to get even casually interested customers behind the wheel to test out the quality of our vehicles. …

Kia’s new hybrid crossover, the Niro, should expect a sister model that dispenses with fossil fuel altogether. A Kia official has implied that an all-electric version of the model is coming, joining a vehicle that arrives this spring in hybrid form, with a plug-in version on the way. By offering a Niro EV, Kia would have two electric crossover-style vehicles on the market — and plenty of green clout. The launch for the model, which arrives on dealer lots later this quarter, is already underway in San Antonio, Texas. There, Orth Hedrick, vice president of product planning at Kia Motors America said, “Stay tuned” when asked about a full-electric Niro. Michael Sprague, …

[See image gallery at www.autoguide.com] The 2018 Kia Stonic has been spied for the first time, confirming that the Korean brand is working on a subcompact crossover, which has been a rumor up until now. The 2018 Kia Stonic should compete with vehicles like the Honda HR-V, Mazda CX-3, and Chevrolet Trax when it arrives and is being developed in conjunction with a similar vehicle from Hyundai that hasn’t been named yet. In fact, the Kia Stonic name hasn’t even been officially confirmed yet either, but the name was recently trademarked. Spy photographers caught the Kia Stonic for the first time testing on a frozen lake in Sweden wearing some sharp-looking wheels. The …

Fleet car insurance is not just limited to the commercial business sector it also an option for families with 3 or more Kia vehicles. Fleet insurance may bring savings and should be considering over the traditional single policy per car … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel

Kia’s EcoDynamics sub-brand has been taking significant strides towards eco-efficiency. With a five-year plan in motion, our green sub-brand is growing steadily from developing eco-friendly cars to spearheading the direction of future mobility. http://kiaecodynamics-ww.tumblr.com/post/152552251966/journey-of-kia-eco-dynamics To establish our ‘eco credibility’, Kia has created an A to Z encyclopedia to present comprehensive information about the development of EcoDynamics. This digital databank, if you will, reveals the details of Kia’s EcoDynamics vision, providing a look at all there is to know about our progress in ensuring a bright future for green mobi…

“Kia’s classy redesign of the 2017 Cadenza significantly refines what it has to offer to buyers who want the stretch-out space and feature glut of a full-size luxury sedan for the same cost as a lesser model from an established luxury brand.” Click to Read More Lees volledige artikel

If we have learned anything from the hybrid auto market, it’s that the cost of going green is usually quite pricy. When Kia announced that they were going to introduce a hybrid crossover, a first for the Koreans, the general … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel

The Australian Open is one of the largest tennis tournaments in the world with more than 100 years of history. Imagine all the effort put into making this tournament possible every single year! From elementary elements like administrative work to the actual matches, the organization of this special event takes a true team effort. As the major sponsor of the Australian Open for 16 consecutive years, see how Kia Motors has contributed to making this year’s tournament a huge success! Kia Fleet Handover Australian Open Tournament Director Craig Tiley said, “It’s a huge logistical exercise to move all our players, officials, media and staff around Melbourne dur…

The all-new 2017 Kia Niro hybrid crossover will start at $22,890 in the U.S. before destination when it hits dealers in early 2017. The Kia Niro is the brand’s first-ever dedicated hybrid and has a targeted fuel economy goal of 50 mpg. Built on an all-new platform, power comes from a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine and an electric motor for a combined output of 146 hp and 195 lb-ft of torque. A 1.56-kWh lithium-ion battery will reduce the load on the gas engine and increase efficiency, and, interestingly, the hybrid will use a dual clutch transmission and not a CVT. The Niro will be offered in five trim levels: FE, LX, EX, Touring and limited-production Launch Edition.…

Following the very well-received world premiere at the 2017 NAIAS, Kia Stinger – the brand’s newest vehicle and first sports sedan – traveled to Milan for its European debut. The Kia Media Lounge, held at the East End Studios in Italy’s fashion capital, hosted more than 600 journalists, bloggers and opinion leaders from 22 European countries. With the intent to provide an up close and personal look at the Kia Stinger, the event was a day-long extravaganza filled with opportunities to observe and learn more about our prized gran tourismo model. Michael Cole, COO of Kia Motors Europe, chats with a member of the European media. With many notable members of…

The 2017 Kia Niro hybrid will hit the market before the end of Q1 in 2017, and it will have a starting price of $22,890, minus destination fee. That particular fee, as well as the pricing for the higher trim … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel

Kia Motors America has released first details about their upcoming 2017 Super Bowl ad. The company is returning to the Super Bowl for the eighth consecutive year with a 60-second video commercial. After putting Christoper Walken in last year’s Super … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel

Kia Soul Tarmac limited edition model – is it available in 2017? The Kia Soul has a style all its own, and that is a look that makes it incredibly special. You might believe that nothing can be done to … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel

“The surprise of the Detroit Auto Show has to be the lovely Kia Stinger, a four-door, rear-wheel drive sedan that is Kia’s first car released under the stewardship of Albert Biermann of BMW M fame.” Click to Read More Lees volledige artikel

Is there an all-electric Kia Stinger EV in the pipeline? Kia may only just have unveiled their new sports sedan, the 2018 Stinger, but there is already talk of an electric version of the vehicle. An all-electric Kia Stinger model … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel

Along with vehicle research and development, automakers have been perfecting the technology of car keys for decades. Once regarded as simple tools that allowed access to your road companions, car keys have come a long way in becoming the sophisticated and clever devices they are today. From good old-fashioned metal keys to modern day smart keys, Kia has made various modifications to key designs over the years. Over the years, Kia has developed innovative car keys that simultaneous serve as distinctive brand statements. Take a look at some of Kia’s most unique and stand-out keys! Smart key released with the 2004 Kia Opirus (Amanti) Like many automa…

Kia has a compact SUV debuting later this year, and it finally has a name. The Korean automaker has reportedly filed a trademark for the Stonic nameplate and Kia World reports that the company’s R&D center in Korea has been working on the model for quite some time. The Kia Stonic has been developed alongside a new Hyundai small SUV, which spy photographers have caught testing around the world. The vehicles will compete with other compact crossovers like the Honda HR-V, Chevrolet Trax, and Nissan Juke. Both models are expected to share core powertrain technology but like other models across Kia and Hyundai’s lineups, expect them to look drastically different inside…

Our latest in the series of interviews with Kia owners takes us to Seattle, where we talk to a software developer who made his most recent choice based on wanting to make a move to an all-electric vehicle. The decision … Continue reading → Lees volledige artikel