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Like VC fighters hacking their way through Vietnam’s jungles in order to keep the Ho Chi Minh trail open and supplies flowing we find ourselves in the thick of auto-show season, surrounded by enemy combatants … or perhaps just journalists from other publications. Anyway, there’s a little shindig going on in Chicago right now. The Windy City hosts what’s billed as “the nation’s largest auto show” and as in years past we’re anticipating a platoon of important reveals to beak cover over the next couple days. Complete 2015 Chicago Auto Show Coverage Advanced reconnaissance has indicated that car companies from around the world are planning major debuts and here are five …

Excitement over the 2015 YouTube Music Awards continues as Kia presents another episode of the REDISCOVERED campaign. After having Matthew Koma cover Smokey Robinson’s “The Tracks of My Tears”, Kia went out in search of other talented young musicians to cover a legendary song from the past, and found American indie pop band MisterWives in New York City. They accepted the challenge to cover the song “Out of Touch” by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame duo Hall & Oates. Watch how the band pulls off a mega hit from the 80’s in ‘MisterWivey’ style! MisterWives’s cover for “Out of Touch” was recorded at the legendary Electric Lady Studios where the original tune was record…

Kia’s partnership with NBA player LeBron James looks like its going to the next level. James has released a teaser photo which shows a “King James Edition” badge on the side of what must be a K900 luxury car. Kia recently named James the Kia K900 Luxury Ambassador. SEE ALSO: LeBron James Becomes Kia K900 Luxury Ambassador No other details were released, but the car will likely have unique graphics and color choices that were chosen by James. This teaser follows a new commercial that Kia released for the car featuring LeBron James. “I was a Kia K900 driver and fan before we decided to become partners, so I’m really excited to be Kia’s first-ever luxury ambassador,” …

Kia is teasing a concept preview of its next mid-size sedan today ahead of a planned debut at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show. The South Korean company didn’t release any details about the car, but has confirmed that it is a D-segment car and the 11th concept to come from its European design studio. It will debut officially on March 3 when more details will be revealed in Switzerland. Currently the Optima uses a base 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine in North America that makes 192 hp and 181 lb-ft of torque, but it is also available with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that offers 274 hp and 269 lb-ft of torque, both mated to six-speed manual transmissions. Discuss t…

Kia Motors is interacting with our global fans across a range of social media channels. Instagram is no exception. It has been a year since we started sharing photos and videos and interacting with our followers on this popular channel. Check out the top posts from Kia Motors Worldwide Instagram and discover all the different sides of our brand, including the cute pets, amateur photography and behind-the-scenes outtakes from brand events. One of the most loved posts from our Instagram featured the famous YouTube vlogger couple, EatYourKimchi team, and their Kia Soul travelling to their favorite spots in Seoul, Korea Pierce Brosnan was another highlight wi…

Another clue concerning Kia’s newest concept vehicle was recently discovered. The world premiere of a new concept vehicle, the Trail’ster, has given every auto enthusiast a reason to look forward to the Chicago Auto Show this year. This electric all-wheel drive concept model was conceived for city dwellers who dream of outdoor adventures. Indeed, its bold design, fully retractable canvas roof, and smartly integrated rear electric all-wheel drive system is the talk of the town. The turbocharged Kia Trail’ster concept will be unveiled at the Chicago Auto Show on February 12. Please stay tuned for more news! Lees hele artikel

Kia is rolling out a new concept at the 2015 Chicago Auto Show next week called the Trail’ster. The Trail’ster is based on the Kia Soul and uses a rear electric all-wheel drive system along with a turbocharged engine to power all four wheels. A fully retractable canvas roof is also incorporated on the concept. 2015 Chicago Auto Show Preview The brand says the Trail’ster is for the “city-dweller-turned- outdoor-adventurer.” It will debut at the Chicago Auto Show on Thursday, February 12, at 9am. Discuss this story at our Kia Soul Forum The post Kia Trail’ster Concept Headed for Chicago appeared first on AutoGuide.com News. Lees het hele artikel

The new Kia Soul continues to be recognized for its iconic design and popularity – this time in Moscow, Russia, where the ceremony for the prestigious Golden Klaxon automotive award was held. Golden Klaxon is one of Russia’s top 3 automotive awards and highly influential among car owners. Of more than 130 automobile models taking part in the competition, Kia Soul came out on top in the best compact SUV category. We are thrilled that the improvements made to the second generation Soul – the more masculine styling touches, enhanced comfort, and most importantly, improved safety features – were so well received. Ever since its launch in the spring of 2014, the new Kia Sou…

Outstanding design has been Kia’s signature brand value since the hiring of Peter Schreyer as our Chief Design Officer in 2006. Today, we have been honored with yet another prestigious iF Design Award for our flagship SUV, all-new Sorento, marking Kia’s seventh iF Design Award. Each year, the jury of the globally-recognized design award program selects the products that meet its high standards in overall design, finish, degree of innovation, and environmental impact & safety. The all-new Sorento has been recognized for its stylish and practical design features along with its high level of innovation. “I am very proud of this award for the Kia Sorento because i…

It’s a wrap! Novak Djokovic took home his fifth crown from the Australian Open after an intense final match against Andy Murray. As the major sponsor of Australian Open 2015, Kia enjoyed taking part in the tournament and watching the competition between the world’s best tennis players. Although all the matches are over, the excitement over the winners and great matches is still in the air. Check out the highlights from on and off of the tennis court from the 2015 tournament! Rod Laver Arena The Kia X-Car based on all-new Sorento and inspired by X-Men Wolverine was presented to the public. A bit of laughter during the match between Rafael N…

If safety is your number one priority in a car, these 10 models might best be ignored. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has just released a new study detailing the vehicles with the highest (and lowest) rate of driver deaths. Despite vehicles improving in safety across the board and a record nine vehicles with driver death rates of zero, there is still a fair share of vehicles that have more than 46 driver deaths per million registered vehicles from the 2009-2012 according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. In fact, three models recorded over 100 deaths per million registered vehicles with the majority of the top 10 cars found in the compact car…

Chicago Auto Show 2015 is right around the corner and is sure to be a special one for Kia Motors. That is where we plan to unveil our newest concept, an advanced and capable electric all-wheel drive (e-AWD) concept vehicle that was conceived by Kia’s California design studio and built for city dwellers seeking the ultimate urban escape. Kia BUZZ is offering a small sneak peek before its unveiling on February 12 on the Kia stand at the Chicago Auto Show. With a bold look, the new concept is intended to embody the wilderness and an adventurous spirit. It will appeal to those who pursue active lifestyle that includes outdoor activities like skiing, snowboarding, camping,…

Kia is teasing a new concept coming to the Chicago Auto Show this year. The brand says it will be an all-wheel drive electric vehicle built for life off road. Kia says the car is built for urban dwellers looking for adventure in the wilderness. Kia didn’t say which vehicle the concept would be based on, but it’s clear from the teaser photo that it is the Soul. An all-electric Soul already exists that carries a range of 93 miles on a single charge and makes 109 hp and 210 lb-ft of torque. SEE ALSO: Kia Soul EV Details Watch for live coverage from the Chicago Auto Show to see what Kia has in store. Discuss this story at our Kia Soul Forum The post Kia Soul Off-Road…

Kia Motors is excited to be back with a new Super Bowl commercial, this time featuring Pierce Brosnan parodying his role as James Bond. This is the 6th consecutive year we have placed creative advertising in one of the most watched American television broadcasts of the year. Find out for yourself what type of the ‘Perfect Getaway’ mission Pierce has taken on with the all-new Sorento armed with more luxurious amenities and refinement. With his sophisticated persona and appearances in so many action-packed adventures, Pierce Brosnan embodies all the personality traits of the all-new Sorento, making him the perfect fit as a Super Bowl spokesman. “Along with the two lea…

Kia plans to show off a new concept at the 2015 Chicago Auto Show. The Korean automaker will reveal a new take on one of its most popular vehicles. The concept is “built for city dwellers seeking an adventurous escape and intended to enable a variety of outdoor activities,” said Kia. Further details remain unreleased. 2015 Chicago Auto Show Preview Considering Kia says its a model built for city dwellers, our best guess is that it will be a take on the Kia Soul. A teaser image along with the name of the concept will be revealed tomorrow, January 29, so we don’t have long to wait for more details. Discuss this story at our Kia Soul Forum The post Kia Showing ‘Outdoors…

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Kia has revealed its 2015 Super Bowl commercial. Starring Pierce Brosnan, the spot plays off of Brosnan’s well known movie role as international spy James Bond. SEE ALSO: Kia’s 2014 Super Bowl Ad Rather than driving a sexy exotic Aston Martin and doing crazy stunts like Bond normally does, this commercial highlights the new Kia Sorento on a drive to a winter getaway, though there is some excitement along the way. This commercial, titled “Unexpected,” is Kia’s sixth consecutive Super Bowl TV advertisement. It will air during the third quarter of Super Bowl XLIX. Get the Flash Player to see this player. Discuss this story at our Kia Forum The post Kia Reveals 2015…

The 2014 Kia Forte sedan is being recalled for a possible fire hazard. The Korean automaker is recalling nearly 87,000 Forte sedans due to an issue with the cooling system’s radiator fan resistor. According to the recall notice, the resister can overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire. Affected models are equipped with either the 1.8- or 2.0-liter engine. At least two fires related to the issue have been reported in early 2014. SEE ALSO: 2014 Kia Forte Review Kia is expected to begin notifying customers of the recall on February 24 and will replace the defective fan resistor and the multi-fuse unit in models built from December 5, 2012 to January 27, 2014. N…

Shhh…it’s a surprise! Building on the enthusiasm created by our partnership with the YouTube Music Awards (YTMA), Kia is excited to present the second episode of The Shhhow with Clean Bandit. The Shhhow, a series of music performances that occur outside of traditional venues, is designed to delight music fans with great music created at the spur of the moment. This time, electronic group Clean Bandit from the UK surprised their biggest fans at a warehouse located in East London which was totally transformed into a surreal world for their newest album, ‘New Eyes’. Watch the story behind the first music video for their new song ‘Real Love’. Clean Bandit posted a video on…

Have a look at these cool pictures of an eye-catching 2015 Kia Soul EV in Inferno red + Cherry black color combination! We recently spoke to an owner from Los Angeles who had just landed the new all-electric Soul EV, … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

There’s a lot of excitement around the launch of the all-new Kia Sorento which goes on sale in the global market in early 2015. With its luxurious design, excellent safety features and technology, the all-new Sorento meets all the requirements of being the ideal SUV. To provide an insider’s look at the newest model, we sat down with the Kia teams involved in the development and sales of the all-new Kia Sorento and asked them about what makes it the ideal SUV model for today’s motorists. Below are their answers and some photos taken at signature spots from around the globe. Posing at the Chateau de Fontainebleau, France Product Team – “Bigger cabin and plenty of space…

Kia has made some quick changes to its K900 luxury sedan in hopes of capturing more of the market. The Korean automaker has added a base-level Premium trim that will be priced from $55,400 including destination and equips the K900 with HID headlights instead of the LED units found on the Luxury trim, plated 19-inch wheels instead of chromed pieces, 14-speaker sound system instead of a 17-speaker system and the seats are finished in standard leather rather than Nappa leather. The Kia K900 will remain powered by a 5.0-liter V8 with 420 hp and mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission. SEE ALSO: 2015 Kia K900 Review The Kia K900 Luxury will be priced at $5,000 more…

What great news to start off the new year! Kia Motors Slovakia set its highest record for production in 2014 with more than 323,000 cars and 493,000 engines produced at its Zilina production facility, the sole European manufacturing plant owned by Kia Motors. That represents a 3 percent increase in car production output compared to the previous year. Thanks to the increased demand from its major markets, including Russia, United Kingdom, and Germany, the Zilina plant was able to run at full production capacity. Kia Sportage manufactured at Zilina plant, Slovakia With its distinctive look and practicality, the Kia Sportage remained the most popular Kia model produced b…

Leaked pictures of the production-ready Kia KX3 small SUV ! The Chinese automobile media today released a series of pictures that reveal interior layout of the brand-new Kia KX3 small SUV. The vehicle has already made a couple of appearances … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Researching cars online has become a major part of the research process that buyers employ before heading to the showroom. Savvy car buyers know that they can easily be swayed by a smooth-talking salesman, which is why more and more … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel