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Kia USA March 2015 sales statistics reveals the 5 top-selling models! Have a look at details… Kia Motors America today announced best-ever March sales of 58,771 vehicles, increasing 7.3% from the same month a year ago. Sales in the first … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Continuing its winning streak, Kia has been recognized by the prestigious 2015 Red Dot design awards. This year, Kia is honored with two Red Dots for the Soul EV and all-new Sorento in recognition of their outstanding product design and exceptional details. Celebrating its 60th anniversary this year, the Red Dot Awards is one of the most highly-respected international design competitions in the world. Since 2009, a total of 13 Kia models have been honored. Kia Soul EV: Distinctive appearance and green technology The Kia Soul EV, which took home the ‘Winner’ title, has taken the urban crossover Kia Soul to a whole new level with its upgraded design and technologies…

In today’s world where everyone has a smartphone with camera capabilities, staying anonymous is pretty close to impossible. That has certainly turned out to be the case with the 2016 Kia Optima. The next-generation Optima midsize sedan is set to … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

The Soul EV, which was released last year, has been a big hit in California, states Kia Motors America! That success has prompted the automaker to expand the release of the all-electric Soul model in 5 new U.S. states. Soul … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Up till this point, we have had nothing but spy shots of the 2016 Kia Optima / K5 to look at, but now there is a concept model and some official sketches released that give us a better idea of … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

The wait is nearly over! Today, we are presenting the very first look at the all-new Optima. Thoroughly refreshed inside and out from the previous generation, Kia’s best-selling mid-size sedan will come in multiple engine choices and new premium features. To get more views and information, stay tuned for the all-new Optima’s world premiere at the upcoming New York Auto Show on April 1. Lees hele artikel

Kia just released the first image of its all-new Optima mid-size sedan before its official debut next week during the 2015 New York Auto Show. It will be available with “multiple engine choices” and a more spacious interior than the current generation that also offers more premium materials and new technologies to the nameplate, Kia said in an email today. SEE ALSO: 2015 New York Auto Show Preview The manufacturer did not disclose specific details about the car, its powertrain or what any of those technologies are. Earlier this month, the company showcased its Sportspace concept, a station wagon with largely similar styling cues that could preview an estate version …

Kia is expanding the availability of its Soul EV to five additional states. The Korean automaker has announced that following the launch of the Soul EV in California, the compact all-electric Soul will go on sale in Georgia, Texas, Oregon, Washington and Hawaii. Kia is choosing to expand to these states due to their charging infrastructure with over 1,800 charging stations combined. Dealerships wishing to sell the Soul EV will have to be certified and Kia will announce those eligible dealerships closer to the Soul EV’s on-sale date in the expansion states. SEE ALSO: 2015 Kia Soul EV Priced from $33,700 Kia will expand first to Georgia during the second quarter, calli…

Kia has filed a trademark that suggests the K900 flagship sedan may be about to adopt an all-wheel-drive (AWD) system. The trademark was filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office, with the terms K100x to K900x, inclusive, used. … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Kia is one of the fastest growing automotive brands in the world, and they have got there thanks to a great line-up of cars that are beautifully designed and quality built. Perhaps best of all, though, despite the advances made … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

We are almost into the month of April, which means that the New York Auto Show is right around the corner. Those of you who keep up with Kia news are well aware that the next-generation 2016 Optima will be … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

The 2015 Kia Soul has quickly become a favorite among consumers and automotive media types, alike, and not just because it has a super cool exterior design. This is a car with a beauty that is more than just skin … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

The greatest online music festival, YouTube Music Awards presented by Kia, celebrated some of the most talented and promising emerging artists on YouTube, when YouTube released the exclusive music videos all at once. These new music videos were produced in collaboration with VICE and some of the most innovative directors alive, to provide the best experience for music fans all over the globe. To get more on the show, you can check out Kia’s YouTube channel or visit the virtual host Tyler Oakley for highlights. Welcome to the YouTube Music Awards 2015 Throughout the playlist, you can meet music videos and behind the scenes of 13 hottest artists on YouTube, inc…

A new trademark filing by Kia suggests a possible adoption of all-wheel drive to its flagship sedan. But that’s not all. Last week the Korean automaker renewed an earlier filing with the United States Patent and Trademark Office for the terms K100x to K900x, inclusive. “That seems like like an indication that AWD is on the way,” said Dave Sullivan, product analysis manager for AutoPacific, Inc. SEE ALSO: Kia Sportspace Concept First Look While Kia doesn’t currently offer any models named K100 to K800, the K900 was introduced in 2014 as the brand’s new flagship luxury sedan. That car is available with either a 311-hp 3.8-liter V6 or a 420-hp 5.0-liter V8 with power …

Kia Motors’ global best-selling model, the Rio, is back with an enhanced look and features. Debuting at the 2014 Paris Motor Show and 2015 Chicago Auto Show, the Rio sedan and Rio hatchback are now available to global consumers. Rio’s sophisticated design has been refreshed and both the sedan and hatchback models, standouts in the subcompact segment, continue to offer a long list of standard features. Check out their fresh new looks, inside and out! Rio 4-door in Signal Red Rio 5-door in Digital Yellow Refreshed Exterior The biggest changes to the exterior include the new front look and rear valances, which both add visual width and give the car a more sporty at…

Most modern cars come with a slew of safety features built in, but the first line of defense for a safe driver should be the tires that the vehicle rides on. You can have all the super druper active safety … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Despite an overwhelming increase in recalls, satisfaction among recall customers has improved according to the 2015 Consumer Service Index (CSI) Study released by J.D. Power. The market as a whole saw a slight decline in overall satisfaction this year but customers who take their vehicle to a dealer for recall-related work saw its score improve to 789 from 777 in 2014. Consequently there is now an 11-point gap in satisfaction between customers with a recall visit and those with a non-recall visit, compared to a gap of 27 points last year and 21 points in 2013. The 2015 U.S. CSI Study measures customer satisfaction with service at a franchised dealer facility for maint…

Kids that love to sing while they play will get a real kick out of the Kia Sing-A Long Soul Ride-On by KidTrax Toys! The Kia Soul ride-on comes with built-in speakers and microphones so that the little ones can … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Kia releases official image renderings of the next-generation 2016 Kia Optima sedan! Until 2010, Kia had never really been noted for the design of their vehicles, but that all changed with the unveiling of the Optima 4-dor sedan at the … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Kia has confirmed when its all-new Optima will debut. The Korean automaker has announced that the 2016 Kia Optima will bow at the 2015 New York Auto Show, five years following the 2010 debut of the current Optima sedan. The Optima has been the brand’s best-selling vehicle in the U.S. for the last three years and if these sketches are any proof, the new Optima will continue that tradition for years to come. SEE ALSO: Kia Sportspace Concept Previews Next Optima Earlier this month, Kia presented the Sportspace concept at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show, which previewed the styling that will likely be seen on the 2016 Optima. Although the sketches do represent a much more agg…

It is often said that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. If that is the case, then Chinese automakers Yogomo must love the Kia Picanto city car. Yogomo recently unveiled a new all electric vehicle called the 330 that … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

One of the great things about the 2015 Kia Soul is that it’s a vehicle just begging for customization. Sure, the funky urban vehicle looks great on its own, but a few little changes can help make it look a … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Kia is issuing a recall of about 200,000 Soul and Soul EV’s from the 2014 and 2015 model years. At issue is the gas pedal, which the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration believes may break and increase the possibility of … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

When choosing a car for your family, safety and comfort are usually your top concerns, and Kia recognizes that. Recently, U.S. News & World Report named K900 (Quoris) and Kia Soul the “Best Cars for Families” in the Luxury Large Car and Hatchback categories. The prestigious award takes various aspects into consideration, including professional automotive reviews, safety and reliability ratings, seating and cargo volume, and family-friendly features. Kia is praised with the highest composite score in two different categories, showing just how much the Kia cares for what’s important. Jamie Page Deaton, the managing editor of U.S. News Best Cars commented “Featur…

This coming June, the world’s football fans will turn their attention to the South American continent for the 44th Copa América 2015 hosted by Chile. To mark the official commencement of its Platinum Sponsorship, Kia Motors was present at a recent sponsorship agreement signing ceremony. This marks our second consecutive sponsorship of Copa América, after first having served as a ‘Gold Sponsor’ for the 2011 tournament in Argentina. Seated from left to right: Mauricio Budnik, President of Kia Chile; Sergio Jadue, President of the Chilean Football Federation; Kyung-Han Kim, President of Kia’s Central & South America Regional Headquarters; René Rosas, Executive Dire…