Kia nieuws

Despite being discontinued in many global markets, the Kia K9 is still alive in South Korea, now debuting its 2025 model year with a simplified lineup and premium upgrades. While competitors focus on flashy redesigns and expanding SUV offerings, Kia’s flagship sedan quietly reinforces its presence with substance, not spectacle. Streamlined Strategy: Simplicity Meets Luxury […] The post The Kia K9 Is Still Alive – And Evolving – In South Korea for 2025 appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Both Hyundai and Kia America have extended their streak of monthly record-breaking sales to a seventh consecutive month in the United States. This milestone comes amid growing economic uncertainty fueled by President Donald Trump’s 25% auto tariff on imported vehicles and parts, which took effect in April and expanded in May. Hyundai Posts Best-Ever April U.S. Sales On May 1, Hyundai announced April […] The post Hyundai and Kia Set New U.S. Sales Records in April Despite Tariff Pressures appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia is taking a major step forward in the hybrid SUV market with the upcoming Telluride Hybrid, confirmed as the second model to receive Hyundai Motor Group’s all-new 2.5L hybrid system. Scheduled for U.S. launch in January 2026, the Telluride Hybrid is expected to set new standards for performance, efficiency, and comfort in the three-row SUV […] The post Kia Telluride Hybrid to Be Built in U.S., Launching January 2026 appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

April 2025 global sales of 274,437 units, up 5.0% Y/y Outside of Korea, Kia sold 223,113 units, up 4.6% Y/y Kia SUVs, including Sportage, Seltos and EV3, led April sales, with the EV3 awarded the... Bekijk volledig artikel

Best-ever April sales total of 74,805 units increased 14-percent over April 2024 and extended Kia’s record-breaking sales streak to seven months Telluride, Sportage, Carnival, and K4 set new... Bekijk volledig artikel

Milestone Marks Kia’s Continued Climb in Residual Value Kia America proudly announces the sale of its 1 millionth Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) vehicle, a significant milestone that underscores the... Bekijk volledig artikel

In a major move that significantly enhances the electric vehicle ownership experience, Kia EV drivers can now access more than 21,500 Tesla Superchargers across the United States. Combined with the 22,000+ DC fast chargers already available through other networks, Kia electric vehicle owners now have access to over 40,000 DC fast chargers nationwide. This expanded access promises […] The post Kia EV Owners Now Have Access to Tesla Supercharger Network, Expanding Charging Options by 80% appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

‘Opposites United: Eclipse of Perceptions’ exhibition wins Special Mention in Communication category at the Fuorisalone Awards 2025 Exhibition celebrated for its innovative design philosophy... Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia posts 2025 Q1 global sales of 772,648 units, a 1.6% increase Y/y Q1 revenue at KRW 28.02 trillion, up 6.9% Y/y Q1 operating profit at KRW 3.01 trillion; operating profit margin of 10.7%... Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia to provide IT literacy, employment and entrepreneurship training to local youth in Côte d'Ivoire through the first half of 2027 Kia’s Green Light Project continues to drive community growth... Bekijk volledig artikel

Available across the country, Tesla Supercharger network availability makes charging easier, faster and more convenient Ever-growing network answers the call for greater access to fast-charging... Bekijk volledig artikel

Available across the country, Tesla Supercharger network availability makes charging easier, faster and more convenient Ever-growing network answers the call for greater access to fast-charging... Bekijk volledig artikel

At the end of February, Kia unveiled its entry-level electric vehicle (EV), the KIA EV2, which aims to make sustainable mobility accessible to a broader audience while maintaining the brand’s signature design language and technological advancements. Kia has now confirmed that the production version will be launched just one year after the concept was showcased, […] The post Kia EV2 Set to Launch in February 2026 appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Today, Kia America announced pricing for the 2025 EV6. Significantly refreshed for the new model year, the 2025 EV6 boasts updates to its front and rear design, elevated interior refinement, and... Bekijk volledig artikel

Today, Kia America announced pricing for the 2025 EV6. Significantly refreshed for the new model year, the 2025 EV6 boasts updates to its front and rear design, elevated interior refinement, and... Bekijk volledig artikel

Hyundai Motor Group’s advanced next-generation hybrid system incorporates innovative electrification technologies to improve performance and fuel efficiency New transmission features two... Bekijk volledig artikel

Hyundai Motor Group showcased its cutting-edge hybrid technology at the “Next-Gen Hybrid System Tech Day”held at Crest 72 in Jung-gu, Seoul. Under the theme “Well-Balanced High Tech & Expanded xEV Experience,” the company introduced a groundbreaking hybrid system that significantly enhances both performance and efficiency. Revolutionizing Hybrid Technology with a Dual-Motor Transmission At the core of Hyundai’s next-generation hybrid system […] The post Hyundai Motor Group Held Next-Gen Hybrid System Tech Day in Seoul appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia EV3 named ‘Best of the Best’ in the Automobiles and Vehicles category at Red Dot Award: Product Design 2025 EV3’s accolade follows EV9’s 2024 victory and EV6’s 2022 win, showcasing Kia’s... Bekijk volledig artikel

The “Kia TikTok Creator Car Configurator” launched in December 2024 as the first car configurator designed exclusively for TikTok Entirely new way to configure a vehicle online allows consumers to... Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia officially revealed the 2026 Kia K4 Hatchback at the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) on the 16th, and prototypes started shedding their camouflage—like this 2026 K4 hatchback spotted in South Korea, thanks to our colleagues at ShortsCar. What do you think? Built for City Streets and Weekend Escapes The 2026 Kia K4 Hatchback is designed with active lifestyles […] The post 2026 Kia K4 Hatchback Spied in the Wild appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia EV3 wins 2025 World Car of the Year title at 2025 World Car Awards World Car Awards recognize, reward and inspire automotive excellence and innovation in the rapidly changing mobility industry... Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia’s Plan S 2030 business strategy updated with growth strategies for new products, focus on electrification commitment Kia aims for global sales of 4.19 mln units, market share of 4.5%, by 2030... Bekijk volledig artikel

The Kia EV3 has officially taken the automotive world by storm, earning the prestigious title of 2025 World Car of the Year at the highly anticipated 2025 World Car Awards. Announced live during the New York International Auto Show, this honor highlights Kia’s continued innovation and dominance in the global electric vehicle (EV) market. A Landmark Achievement for Kia Selected […] The post Kia EV3 Named 2025 World Car of the Year at World Car Awards appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

The 2026 Kia EV9 Nightfall Edition has officially debuted at the 2025 New York International Auto Show, bringing an aggressive and sophisticated new design to the award-winning, all-electric three-row SUV. Expanding on the popular Nightfall Edition styling previously seen on models like the Seltos, Sportage, and Telluride, the EV9 now receives its own distinctive and exclusive makeover—combining sleek […] The post 2026 Kia EV9 Nightfall Edition Debuts at NYIAS appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia EV3 wins 2025 World Car of the Year title at 2025 World Car Awards World Car Awards recognize, reward and inspire automotive excellence and innovation in the rapidly changing mobility industry... Bekijk volledig artikel