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Fierce. Bold. Agile. Flawless. Just when you thought you’ve already seen the best from Kia, we are once again proving our innovative prowess while staying true to our vision of inspiring car enthusiasts around the world. The Kia GT4 Stinger concept car fuses innovation and timeless design. The Kia GT4 Stinger is set to make its debut at the North American International Auto Show on January 13. Kia’s faithful fans will immediately notice the latest iteration of the signature grille resting mere inches from the ground. The surround glows white and is flanked by vertical LED headlamps. Front-brake cooling vents funnel air around custom 20-inch wheels. A carbon fiber fro…

Kia just released new details on the sports car concept it will debut during the Detroit Auto Show later this month. The concept uses a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine to send 315 hp to the rear wheels. In a previous teaser, Kia hinted at the car’s sport capability by saying that it would deliver “superb driving enjoyment whether on the road or at the track.” The company said today that the GT4 Stinger features front brake-cooling vents, a carbon front splitter and 20-inch wheels, further emphasizing its intent toward building a sports car. SEE ALSO: Kia Teases New Sports Car Concept Before Detroit The South Korean brand promises there are even more detai…

The Detroit Auto Show is still a couple of weeks away, but Kia is creating a little buzz by delivering a second teaser shot of the GT4 Stinger concept. A few details were included with the shot, including word that … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

We thought it would be somewhat appropriate to kick off the first 2014 installment of our owner’s series by talking to a proud owner of the refreshed 2014 Kia Optima. With that in mind, let’s talk to Patrick, a 43-year … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Following up on our interview series on the refreshed Optima, we were also fortunate to learn more about the next generation Soul. Mr. Sae-Young Song, Director of Kia Styling Group, admits that the most challenging task was applying further uniqueness to the already iconic Soul, but we all agree that the team did a wonderful job in the upgrades. Check out the video below for the interview and also, click here to see music inspired customized Souls featured at SEMA in Las Vegas this past November. Learn more about the Soul: - Kia will soon launch its electric vehicle onto the international stage - Totally Transformed! The Second Generation Kia Soul and its …

Published below is a great video review of a 2014 Kia Soul Exclaim! Facts about the Soul crossover vehicle: Industry types were more than a little dismissive of the Kia Soul when it was first released, claiming that it was … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Kia Motors America continue to deliver an incredible level of features and drivability at an affordable cost with their 2014 Rio 5-door hatchback. The list of standard amenities is among the best in the compact category, as are the safety … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

As if the 2014 Kia Soul weren’t popular enough, it’s likely to gain an even larger following thanks to it earning a 5-star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Much of the credit for the … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Hyundai and Kia have appointed a new president for their joint research and development division in hopes of restoring the automaker’s reputation after a series of quality issues this year. Kim Hae-jin will take over as the Korean automakers’ R&D chief and was previously head of the development of engines and transmissions in addition to formerly managing R&D quality control. In April 2013, both automakers recalled nearly 1.7-million vehicles due to potential faults in brake switches. The same issue caused a recall of 600,000 vehicles in South Korea in September. SEE ALSO: Hyundai Motor America CEO Steps Down Last year, Hyundai spent $1.54 billion on R&D,…

For the latest in our series of interviews with Kia owners, we head to Reno, Nevada to talk to an engaged couple who recently invested in a new 2014 Kia Soul Base. Justin and his fiancé love to take road … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Kia-World crew looks back at the most popular events and Kia news stories in 2013! With the end of the year approaching fast, it’s time to look back at the past 12 months and round up the biggest Kia news … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Hyundai Motor Company and affiliate Kia Motors are on pace to sell over 7.5 million cars globally this year, outpacing the 7.41 million units target that had been set earlier. The increase came from brisk overseas sales that offset sluggish … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

The 2014 Kia Soul has earned a five-star safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The Soul earned five stars in the frontal and side impact tests while getting four stars in the roll-over test. The 2014 Soul’s chassis features 35-percent ultrat high-strength steel and 31-percent high-strength steel. Inside, there are six standard air bags while the Soul comes equipped with a four-channel, four-sensor antilock brake system (ABS) with electronic brake force distribution (EBD). SEE ALSO: 2014 Kia Soul Red Zone Special Edition Announced “Soul’s 5-star safety rating speaks to Kia’s commitment to our customers. Our vehicles combine top…

Kia has proposed a settlement for disputes regarding the Korean automaker’s restatement of fuel economy ratings from November 2012. The proposed settlement affects current and former owners and lessees of vehicles affected by the restatement, which is about 300,000 vehicles from the 2011-2013 model years. The settlement is valued at approximately $185 million, though the final number will be determined by how many customers elect to participate in a lump-sum payment option or remain on the Korean automaker’s lifetime reimbursement program. SEE ALSO: Hyundai, Kia Admit to Overstating Gas Mileage on Most Models The proposed lump-sum payment amount will vary by vehicle …

Today is our last in a series of interview on the redesigned Optima. This time, Mr. Yul-Hwang Chung, Vice President of the Mid/Large Vehicle Project Management Center, has provided detailed information on the design of the upgraded Optima. The latest iteration of the Optima sought to achieve more refined driving performance with flawless style. In particular, the design has been made more luxurious with striking front 4-point ‘ice cube’ LED daytime running lights and reshaped rear diffuser and trunk. Check out the video below to learn more in detail about how the refreshed Optima was perfected to improve overall ride and driving performance. Also, click on the fo…

The redesigned 2014 Kia Soul has scored a 5-star safety rating during the NHTSA crash tests! The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration 5-star rating is the government’s highest-possible safety rating that a vehicle can earn. It is determined after severe … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

It was just four short years ago that Kia introduced a boxy little 4-door hatchback that we all now know as Soul. Back then, the Koreans described it as their HALO car, which is a title usually reserved for a … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

The Detroit Motor Show is still a couple of weeks away, but that’s not stopping Kia from whetting out appetites with a teaser shot of the 2+2 sports car concept they plan on unveiling. The new 2+2 concept was supervised … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Kia’s design studios in Korea, Europe and the USA have been busy molding the future look of Kia vehicles, as evidenced by the unveiling of four new concept cars – Cross GT, Provo, KND-7 and Niro – in 2013. In fact, never before has Kia premiered so many concept vehicles in a single calendar year. And as with all of our concept cars we are closely gauging public reaction to these new designs and it is possible that any one or more of these latest concept vehicles will make it to mass production in the near future. Let us know what you thought about the 2013 concept cars. Which one is your favorite? Also, we are excited to share with you that Kia has provided a preview o…

Kia is teasing a new 2+2 sports car concept that will debut next month during the Detroit Auto Show. The Korean company hasn’t released specific details about the concept yet aside from its seat configuration, but it says the vehicle is ”aimed at delivering head-turning looks whilst providing superb driving enjoyment whether on the road or at the track.” Designed in California, the car will probably include stylistic elements that will show up in future products from the company. While Hyundai and Kia understandably share platforms and oily bits, the two are working to distance themselves from one another from a branding perspective. Hyundai offers the Genesis Coupe s…

The all-new 2014 Kia Soul has bolted out of the gate, with its first full month on the market resulting in a total of 12,870 units sold. Kia’s redesigned boxy crossover comes with three different trims, the Base, Plus and … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Families on the lookout for a great looking minivan should consider the 2014 Kia Sedona, especially since it has just landed a 5-star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s -NHTSA. The minivan took top marks in … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Today we would like to introduce another guest post on Kia Buzz today. We had received a message from a fan enthusiast and total car racing gizmo from the UK who wanted to contribute a post to Kia Buzz. As some parts of the world have already entered the winter season, he has written an article on how to safely drive your Kia during the winter. He believes that treating your vehicle well could give the driver and vehicle a longer life. We hope you enjoy this very useful and informative article. If there are other fans who would like to contribute an article to Kia Buzz, don’t be shy and feel free to contact us. Leave a comment below or message us at onlinesupport@kia.com…

Kia’s 2014 Sedona minivan is one of the latest vehicles to earn a five-star crash safety rating. The South Korean family hauler earned a five-star rating in both front- and side-impact crash tests, which is enough to give the van an overall five-star rating. The U.S. government safety regulator composes its rating with three tests: side impact, front impact and a rollover test. SEE ALSO: Kia Sedona Recalled for Faulty Suspension Component By earning a five-star rating, the 2014 Sedona joins Toyota’s Sienna as the only other 2014 model year minivan to earn the top mark so far. The Chrysler Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan siblings scored a four-star rating a…

Following up on the behind story of the refreshed Optima, we were able to get hold of an interview with Mr. Ji-Hoon Han, Manager of the Overseas Product Marketing Team at Kia. Some of the features of the refreshed Optima include: - New powertrain technologies - Special tuning of the chassis and powertrain - Panoramic sunroof and ventilated seats - Blind Spot Detection - Rear Cross Traffic Alert - Convenient features like drive mode select, D-shape steering wheel and 8-inch navigation based on a new platform Take a look at the video to learn more about the high degree design refinement and improved quality of the refreshed Optima…