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Purpose-Built Vehicles (PBVs) are emerging as a revolutionary concept in the automotive industry. Now KIA and its upcoming KIA PV5 were spotted for the first time in and out in South Korea thanks to our colleagues at Healer TV, apparently just downloaded from the truck and ready to start testing with Volkswagen’s ID. Buzz as […] The post KIA PV5 Spied In & Out in South Korea appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia has released a teaser for its upcoming Tasman documentary series, ‘One More Round’, which provides an in-depth look at the rigorous development process behind the highly anticipated Tasman pickup truck. The series will showcase the extensive testing and detailed honing that the brand’s first-ever pickup model has undergone in locations including the hostile terrain […] The post ‘One More Round’ Previews Kia Tasman Pickup Testing in Australian Wilderness appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Behind-the-scenes documentary series showcases the creation of Kia's first pickup truck, Tasman, in the Australian wilderness Series highlights more than 18,000 rounds of testing, emphasizing the... Bekijk volledig artikel

Recently we shared with you the very first pictures of the KIA EV4 prototype courtesy of our colleagues at ShortsCar and information about Kia’s sales target for its next electric model. Now our colleagues at NYMammoth created a new rendering showing how it could look, what do you think? “Electric vehicles are the biggest influence […] The post 2025 KIA EV4 Front Rendering appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia’s official Instagram shared a countdown of the Kia Tasman pickup, announcing that is set to be revealed on July 16th, 8:30am KST. Production Plans and Capacity Following extensive labor-management discussions, Kia has finalized its plans to produce the Tasman at its Autoland facility in Korea. The company has set an aggressive annual production goal […] The post KIA Teases TASMAN, to Debut July 16th appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia will reveal the updated K8 facelift model as soon as August this year. Kia also have set 65,000 units production target, which represents an additional 20,000 units compared to the current model sales target. The K8 facelift prototype caught near Hyundai-Kia R&D Center and we can take a look to the front design radical […] The post KIA K8 Facelift Latest Rendering appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia is gearing up to enter the pickup truck segment with its first-ever model, the Kia Tasman. This classic body-on-frame dual cab pickup was spied testing in the south of Spain by our colleagues at SH Proshots and made us think if it will be available in the European market. Prototype Testing and Market Implications […] The post Kia’s TASMAN Pickup Coming to Europe? appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Despite the electric vehicle (EV) market is experiencing significant drop in demand, Kia’s EV5 has emerged as a standout success in China. Let’s delve into the impressive performance of the EV5 in China and explore its anticipated release in Korea. Kia’s EV5: A Hit in the Chinese Market Kia’s Chinese joint venture, Yueda, recently released […] The post The Success of Kia EV5 in the Chinese Market: 32% Increase in Sales appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Purpose-Built Vehicles (PBVs) are emerging as a revolutionary concept in the automotive industry. Now KIA and its upcoming KIA PV5 were spotted for the first time in Europe thanks to our colleagues at SH Proshots, apparently just downloaded from the truck and ready to start testing with Volkswagen’s ID. Buzz as benchmark. Kia’s first PBV […] The post KIA PV5 Spied in Europe, VW ID. Buzz as Benchmark appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Purpose-Built Vehicles (PBVs) are emerging as a revolutionary concept in the automotive industry. Now KIA and its upcoming KIA PV5 were spotted for the first time ever thanks to our colleagues at MediaAUTO. Kia’s first PBV is expected to be released during the first quarter of 2025. What is a PBV? PBVs come in different […] The post KIA PV5 Spied Testing for the First Time appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Oxford-Hyundai Motor Group Foresight Centre to leverage the University of Oxford’s unique approach to future studies, emphasizing ideal values for tomorrow’s community and contributing to... Bekijk volledig artikel

In the competitive automotive industry, the Kia Sorento has made a remarkable impact, emerging as the most sold car in the first half of 2024. With an impressive 49,588 units sold, the Kia Sorento leads the sales charts, showcasing Kia’s growing influence in the market of recreational vehicles (RVs) and sports utility vehicles (SUVs). Top-Selling […] The post Kia Sorento Dominates Korean Market During the First Half of 2024 appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Today, Kia America announced pricing on the 2025 Sportage SUV. This year’s Sportage will arrive with mindful improvements to styling and packaging. Pricing includes ICE, Hybrid (HEV) and Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) models: Trim Levels/Pricing – MSRP1 (excludes $1,375 destination) Sportage LX FWD $27,190 Sportage EX FWD $29,290 Sportage SX FWD $32,790 Sportage SX-Prestige FWD $34,790 Sportage […] The post US-Spec 2025 Sportage Priced From $27,190 appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Hyundai Motor Group provides specially equipped Hydrogen Fuel Cell Support Bus to Korean National Fire Agency, providing mobile location for firefighters to recover from extreme conditions faced... Bekijk volledig artikel

Today, Kia America announced pricing on the 2025 Sportage SUV. This year's Sportage will arrive with mindful improvements to styling and packaging. Pricing includes ICE, Hybrid (HEV) and Plug-in... Bekijk volledig artikel

Today, Kia America announced pricing on the 2025 Sportage SUV. This year's Sportage will arrive with mindful improvements to styling and packaging. Pricing includes ICE, Hybrid (HEV) and Plug-in... Bekijk volledig artikel

Recently we shared with you the very first details of the upcoming KIA EV4, Kia’s long awaited all-electric sedan which will reach production in March 2025. Now our colleagues at Healer TV captured a prototype near Hyundai-Kia R&D Center. “Electric vehicles are the biggest influence on Kia’s sales and profits. We plan to flexibly respond […] The post KIA EV4 Prototype Spied Up Close appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

The Kia Sportage facelift continues its development according to the pictures captured by our colleagues at ShortsCar. The updated Sportage will integrate advanced design elements and technology inspired by Kia’s latest electric vehicles, including the EV9, EV3, and the Sorento. This move signifies Kia’s commitment to innovation, merging the appeal of their traditional models with […] The post KIA Sportage Facelift Spied Testing appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

New for 2025 is a SoulmateTM Special Edition package 2025 Soul has a starting MSRP of only $20,290[1] Kia’s iconic Soul arrives for the 2025 model year ready to impress. The urban runabout... Bekijk volledig artikel

New for 2025 is a SoulmateTM Special Edition package 2025 Soul has a starting MSRP of only $20,290[1] Kia’s iconic Soul arrives for the 2025 model year ready to impress. The urban runabout... Bekijk volledig artikel

Four electric Kia models for use by The Ocean Cleanup team Strengthening of sustainable partnership aiming to incorporate portion of recovered ocean plastic into future Kia models Kia Netherlands... Bekijk volledig artikel

Four electric Kia models for use by The Ocean Cleanup team Strengthening of sustainable partnership aiming to incorporate portion of recovered ocean plastic into future Kia models Kia Netherlands... Bekijk volledig artikel

As the electric vehicle market in the United States experiences fluctuations, Hyundai and Kia have emerged as standout performers, registering impressive sales growth. This trend is particularly notable given the broader context of declining sales for many other brands in the EV sector. Hyundai and Kia’s Strategic Approach Hyundai and Kia, both South Korean automotive […] The post Hyundai and Kia Surge in EV Sales Amidst Declining Market Trends appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

KIA EV9 GT high performance electric SUV was spied on a tow truck in South Korea thanks to our colleagues at Healer TV. The next model of the GT family will have an enormous power thanks to dual motor system and a 0-60mph (0-100km/h) of 4 seconds, which sounds good taking into account an AWD […] The post KIA EV9 GT Spied Testing appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

A new king has been born in the South Korean market. The All-New KIA Carnival is South Korea’s best selling car during June with a total of 8,097 units sold. For the first time and after 8th consecutive months, the Sorento has lost his position with “only” 7,307 units. The top three ends with another […] The post KIA Carnival is the New Sales King in South Korea appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel