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Celebrating Mother’s Day this past weekend gave us a chance to show appreciation for our mothers and reflect on the importance of families. Today is International Day of Families, and to commemorate, we decided to feature some of our own extended #KiaFamily. On our official Facebook page this past month, we’ve been featuring weekly photos of Kia fans showing off their Kia along with their families. Whether it is during long road trips or short trips to the grocery store, a lot family time is inevitably spent in the car and on the go, and we were thrilled to get such a great response. So thanks to all our fans from all over the world who shared photos of their Kia with th…

That interactive screen found in most new cars has significant impact on purchase decisions, meaning new car buyers want a system that is responsive, pretty and easy to use. We’ve decided to rank our experiences with the infotainment systems offered by major auto makers. We’ll start with an honorable mention: We’d love to include the 17-inch screen found in the Tesla Model S but it’s too niche and limited to a vehicle few people can afford to own. However, it features a responsive screen that can be horizontally split. There is also a built in web browser. Beyond that, the system is quite cluttered looking, but features some of the latest high-tech hardware. We can’t wa…

The beautiful country of South Korea is where Kia’s headquarters lie, and as one of the country’s auto manufacturers, we’re always looking for a chance to showcase the beauty that lies within South Korea. So we were thrilled to have the opportunity to invite journalists from Italy for a visit! Kia invited Franco Gionco and Laura Seber from Motorcube Italy for a chance to experience the best of Korea firsthand with the help of the Kia Sorento, which proved to be the best tour guide for their trip. The journalists were in Korea for the first two weeks of March, and had a chance to explore the peninsula in a Kia Sorento, weathering various types of terrain. They hit the p…

When it comes to driving, we all know that green means “go”. Unfortunately for some, in life, the light is red—not because of their own inabilities, but because of the surrounding environment. In an effort to give more people the ability to “go”, Kia has invested in the ‘Green Light Project,’ an ongoing social outreach project first started in 2012 that helps communities in Africa by providing facilities and support for sustained growth. As an automaker, Kia promotes the universal right to mobility, as well as the availability and provision of new opportunities for a better life. Target regions are selected after much careful consideration, and there we build either a Gre…

Kia design boss Peter Schreyer wants more emotionally designed models for the company, but that might not materialize into much of anything in the near future. The company’s overseas marketing Lee Soon-nam told Automotive News that sales volume on a small sports car would be too small justify for the brand, which is still focused on elevating its brand image. Last year, Schreyer became the design boss for not only for Kia, but for Hyundai as well. During an interview with AutoGuide.com at the New York Auto Show last month, Schreyer said a sporty sedan was under “serious consideration.” “Halo cars are quite important for the brand image,” he said at the time. “The vo…

If you haven‘t noticed, we‘re very excited about this summer… As an Official Partner of the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™, Kia will be hosting a variety of events leading up to this mega sporting event celebrating football all over the world. We couldn‘t be more excited to partner with FIFA World Cup Brazil™, especially because of the rich football history embedded within the culture of many South American countries. So we thought, why not journey through the continent to ready ourselves for the international football event? On May 5, Kia will be launching ‘Road to Rio,’ a six-part TV series that explores the passionate culture and history of football in South America. The…

We all know that the earth is hurting. In light of this past Earth Day, we look to spotlight Kia’s efforts to build a greener planet, starting with our vehicles. We‘ve been hearing about global warming for over a decade, along with how our daily lifestyles contribute to mounting environmental problems. Recently, governments in the U.S., China, Europe, Japan and Korea have passed major legislation to reduce carbon dioxide emissions to 95 g/km by the year 2020. The main issue here is reducing the world‘s carbon footprint, and well, the motor industry is doing its part. Motor companies have been making increased efforts to be part of the change and lessen the world‘s carbon …

Kia design boss Peter Schreyer wants more emotionally-styled flagship products for the brand. In a sit-down interview at the New York Auto Show last week, Schreyer highlighted the GT concept that was shown at the Frankfurt Motor Show a few years back. That design study transformed into the K900, a car that currently sits as the Korean automaker’s top-tier luxury model, targeted at German super-sedans like the S-Class and 7 Series. But Kia has had several wild concept cars over the past few years, very few of which have made the transition to production. For example, it unveiled the hot hatch Trackster concept in Chicago more than a year ago. The Niro concept seen late…

Specifically tailored for the Chinese market, the K4 concept car was finally unveiled at the 2014 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition. What’s even more exciting is the news that the K4 concept car will come to life, as Kia plans for the production version of the sedan to go on sale in the second half of this year, targeting drivers with families. Developed especially with Chinese consumers in mind, the mid-sized K4 sedan concept displays a simple, distinctive and dignified exterior design – with a low nose, wedge-shaped profile and high trunk – and class-leading interior space equipped with numerous high-tech convenience and safety features. Surprises are also …

Get the Flash Player to see this player. Kia hosted a nice surprise leading up to the 2014 New York Auto Show, proving that there’s still some life left in the minivan segment. The 2015 Kia Sedona features a new engine, fully redone interior and all new styling that blends in with the rest of the Korean automaker’s current lineup. Under the hood is a 3.3-liter V6 engine with 276 hp and 248 lb-ft of torque mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. SEE ALSO: 2014 New York Auto Show Coverage For the latest iteration of Kia’s minivan, the wheelbase has grown 1.6 inches compared to its predecessor and now standard on the model is a rear spoiler and LED tail lights. Th…

Held at New York City‘s Jacob Javits Convention Center every spring, the New York International Auto Show is always a fun time for auto fans all around. Kia Motors America (KMA) brought along the newest member of our family, the 2015 Kia Sedona, to prove that a minivan can actually be… cool. The media were buzzing with excitement as the final chapter in Kia‘s design-led transformation story—which began in 2009 and has seen a comprehensive makeover of Kia‘s entire model line by the genuine inspiration of chief design officer Peter Schreyer–came into fruition in the concrete jungle. Things kicked off with a media reception, where the 2015 Sedona was on display for all to …

Kia believes in bringing people together, and what better way than through sports? Sporting events are always a source of great excitement and a grand display of friendly competition. Fan loyalty is particularly intense when the competition goes global. As an official sponsor of the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil, Kia considers this mega sporting event the perfect opportunity to bring people from all over the world together—children, Kia dealership employees and Kia fans. We are extending our love for sports beyond the professional arena, reaching out to other football lovers across the world with our Kia Champ into the Arena event. The event is a competition between 5-a-…

The minivan market has taken a downturn thanks to the rise of the crossover and SUV, but some automakers still persist in the family hauling market. Kia has revealed the 2015 Sedona before the van’s official public unveiling at the upcoming 2014 New York Auto Show. A new engine, a fully redone interior and new styling on the outside make this Kia relevant in a market where if never really competed against the top players. Power now comes from a 3.3-liter V6 that makes 276 hp and 248 lb-ft of torque, hooked up to a six-speed automatic transmission. On the outside, the Sedona adopts the ‘tiger-nose’ grille that has become a staple of Kia design up front, while the back…

Kia Motors America has been named as a 2014 Brand Image Award Winner by Kelley Blue Book! The “Best Value Brand” is a first for Kia, who received a high grade thanks to its stylish and fuel efficient vehicles. The … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Considering we spend a lot of our time inside our cars, it’s worth noting which vehicles in today’s marketplace have the best interiors. Ward’s Auto has presented its annual top 10 list of best interiors and some of the vehicles on the list might surprise you. From luxury to affordable compacts, the publication spent two months evaluating a total of 41 vehicles to determine which interiors had the best ergonomics, driver information, fit-and-finish, materials, value, safety, comfort and design harmony. The top 10 list is simply done in alphabetical order, so no one interior is technically better than the other. The post Top 10 Best Interiors of 2014 appeared first on A…

Kia Motors Corporation has today released another teaser image of their upcoming 2015 Sedona minivan! This is already the second teaser image that the automaker has released to the public. The first teaser image has revealed Kia’s updated front-end styling … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

The folks at Kelley Blue Book have released their annual Brand Image Awards. The study, now in its seventh year, honors automakers for excelling in certain areas. Categories include things like best performance brand, most refined brand and most trusted brand. Overall there are 13 winners and the results may surprise or even appall you. You’ll need to read on to find out. But first, according to KBB this isn’t some shady survey conducted by annoying telephone marketers; awards are actually the result of “extensive research gathered throughout the year.” Shoppers using the company’s website contribute to the results; in fact more than 12,000 of them participated, and her…

Kia is planning to “raise the bar” in the minivan segment with the 2015 Sedona, which is set to be revealed next week during the 2014 New York Auto Show. The 2015 Sedona will feature a new chassis and the 3.3-liter V6 also found in Kia’s new Sorento crossover. Expect the engine to make 290 hp and 252 lb-ft of torque. There will also be space for up to eight passengers, which is an increase over the previous model. SEE ALSO: 2014 New York Auto Show Preview Kia will also kick in its new “UVO” infotainment system and, of course, fresh styling similar to the rest of the product line. That will include the company’s “tiger nose” grille, back-swept headlights and more chis…

The second-generation Kia Soul has finally landed in the UK, where consumers can now get to see its new look, which includes more cabin space and a more refined driving experience. There are 5 trim levels to choose from, a … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Design enhancements improve the 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid’s fuel economy figures -MPG! The gas-powered Kia Optima went on sale last year, and now the new hybrid model takes all that was great about its sibling and builds on it. The 2014 … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Kia Motors have taken to Jeju Island, Korea in their efforts to beat out the competition and lure in more electric vehicle buyers. All of the major global automakers showed up on the island to reveal the EV’s that they … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

It was a big month for Kia UK in March, as they were able to move 14,787 new cars. That number represented a best-ever March, as well as a best ever single month performance. Furthermore, the strong sales numbers in … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Minivans aren’t really exciting, but Kia is hoping to change that mentality with what looks like a redesigned Sedona, which seems destined for a 2014 New York Auto Show debut. Based on the teaser image above of the 2015 Sedona, it’s clear that Kia is giving the minivan some sharp design cues, including the new signature ‘tiger-nose’ grille found at the front of this family vehicle. SEE ALSO: Kia Soul Coup Under Consideration The teaser also shows off some fancy looking LED lighting and a raked windshield, giving the minivan a bit more presence on the road. Expect the minivan to debut with a 3.3-liter V6 engine. That engine, similar to whats found in the Sorento, would …

We head to the sweltering heat of the Nevada desert to talk to the latest entry into our Kia owner’s series. Our latest owner is a retired USAF Structural Engineer who now splits time between teaching college classes and partaking … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

There is a definite feeling that the upcoming all-electric Soul EV could well go on to become a top-selling electric vehicle. It bears the iconic Soul exterior look, whilst also being clean, efficient, and by all accounts, cheap to maintain. … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel