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Kia’s global sales in 2025 reached 3.13 million units, breaking annual global record Outside of Korea, Kia sold 2,584,238 units, up 2% Y/y In Korea, Kia sold 545,776 units, up 1% Y/y In 2026, Kia... Bekijk volledig artikel

Executive Chair Chung emphasizes customer-focused transformation and ecosystem strengthening to navigate evolving market dynamics and lead new industry standards Presents strategic priorities,... Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia America has achieved its strongest U.S. sales performance ever in 2025, posting total sales of 852,155 vehicles, a 7 percent increase year-over-year compared to 2024. This milestone marks the first time Kia has crossed the 800,000-unit threshold in the United States and represents the third consecutive year of record-breaking annual sales for the brand. […] The post Kia America Sets New All-Time U.S. Sales Record in 2025, Surpasses 852,000 Units appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Sets All-Time Annual Sales Record for Third Consecutive Year 852,155 total units in 2025 marks Kia’s best-ever annual sales, increasing 7-percent over previous record set in 2024 Retail sales... Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia is preparing for one of its most important product years yet. The 2026 Kia new car lineup will introduce a wave of next-generation electric vehicles, performance-focused GT models, and long-awaited hybrid variants across key global segments. With confirmed debuts spread across major auto shows in Europe and the United States, Kia’s 2026 strategy signals […] The post Kia’s 2026 New Car Lineup: What to Expect appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Hyundai Motor Group may be preparing a major overhaul of its digital identity ecosystem with the addition of Pleos Account, according to evidence recently discovered online thanks to our colleagues at ShortsCar — before any official announcement. A previously unnoticed Hyundai authentication endpoint suggests the automaker is working on a new unified account system, potentially […] The post Unannounced Hyundai Pleos Account Discovered: Signs Point to a Unified Login System Across All Services appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

A heavily camouflaged Kia Telluride prototype has been spotted on public roads, but several unusual details suggest this vehicle may not be a Kia at all. Most notably, the prototype is riding on Genesis’ signature 5-spoke black test wheels, a strong indicator that this could be a Genesis development mule disguised as a Kia SUV. […] The post Camouflaged Kia Telluride Prototype Wearing Genesis Test Wheels Sparks New Genesis SUV Speculation appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

The next-generation of Kia’s flagship SUV and Team Members from the Telluride’s assembly plant in West Point, Georgia, will join New Year’s Eve revelers in Times Square Since its debut six years... Bekijk volledig artikel

The next-generation of Kia’s flagship SUV and Team Members from the Telluride’s assembly plant in West Point, Georgia, will join New Year’s Eve revelers in Times Square Since its debut six years... Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia surprised us with the unveiling of the Vision Meta Turismo a few weeks ago. This bold concept car embodies the brand’s forward-thinking philosophy and its ambition to revolutionize future mobility. It makes us dream about a proper Stinger replacement, even though the brand positions the EV6 GT as a spiritual successor. Thanks to our […] The post KIA EV8 GT1 Rendering Suggests Production Version of Vision Meta Turismo appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Hyundai Motor Group has once again established itself as a global leader in automotive safety, securing a combined 21 TOP SAFETY PICK (TSP) and TOP SAFETY PICK+ (TSP+) awards in the 2025 Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) evaluations. This achievement marks the second consecutive year the Group has recorded the highest total number of […] The post Hyundai Motor Group Leads 2025 IIHS Safety Awards With Record 21 TOP SAFETY PICK and TSP+ Ratings appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia has officially confirmed that it will unveil three high-performance electric GT models — the EV5 GT, EV3 GT and EV4 GT — at the 2026 Brussels Motor Show on January 9, 2026. The triple reveal highlights Kia’s aggressive push into performance-focused electric vehicles and significantly expands its GT-branded EV portfolio. The announcement confirms that […] The post Kia Confirms EV3 GT, EV4 GT and EV5 GT Unveiling at 2026 Brussels Motor Show on January 9 appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

According to industry sources on December 18, Hyundai Wia is in the final stages of preparation to mass-produce 1.6-liter Gamma hybrid engines at its plant in Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico. The company has been conducting trial production to validate manufacturing processes and product quality and will commence full-scale mass production from January next year. This […] The post Hyundai Wia to Mass-Produce Hybrid Engines for Kia K4 and K4 Hatchback in Mexico From January appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Hyundai Motor Group announces pivotal executive promotions to accelerate its transformation into a software-defined mobility group Eunsook Jin, Head of ICT Management Division at Hyundai Motor... Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia America has announced pricing on the 2026 K4. Kia’s fourth-generation compact sedan carries over from 2025 but remains a powerhouse of available segment-above... Bekijk volledig artikel

Hyundai Motor Group secures a total of 21 TOP SAFETY PICK (TSP) and TOP SAFETY PICK+ (TSP+) awards in 2025 — the most of any automotive group for the second consecutive year Hyundai Motor Company... Bekijk volledig artikel

Hyundai Motor Group secures a total of 21 TOP SAFETY PICK (TSP) and TOP SAFETY PICK+ (TSP+) awards in 2025 — the most of any automotive group for the second consecutive year Hyundai Motor Company... Bekijk volledig artikel

According to recent reports a combination of tariff instability, rising import costs, and softening EV demand has undermined the original business case for a Kia EV truck. As a result, Kia is reassessing its pickup strategy at a critical moment for the brand. This shifting landscape opens the door for a compelling alternative: a Kia […] The post Kia Mohave Pickup Rendering: A Smart Alternative as Kia’s EV Pickup Faces Uncertainty appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Hyundai Motor Group to unveil its AI Robotics Strategy under the theme ‘Partnering Human Progress’ at CES 2026 The Group to highlight human-robot collaboration and manufacturing innovation Boston... Bekijk volledig artikel

The 2027 Kia Telluride has already made its official debut at the 2025 Los Angeles Auto Show, revealing its new turbo hybrid powertrain, expanded interior space, and elevated premium design. Shortly after its reveal, our colleagues at KindelAuto captured the rugged Telluride X-Pro in the wild in California, giving an early real-world look at the […] The post 2027 Kia Telluride X-Pro Captured Testing in California at Night appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Earlier this month, Kia unveiled the Vision Meta Turismo, a striking concept car that encapsulates the brand’s forward-thinking philosophy and its ambitious goal to revolutionize future mobility. Kia has now shared a comprehensive gallery of images and sketches of the Vision Meta Turismo. Take a look and enjoy! Key Features of the Kia Vision Meta […] The post Kia Vision Meta Turismo: A Comprehensive Gallery and Sketches (Over 60 Photos) appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia America has officially announced pricing for the all-new 2026 Kia K4 Hatchback, expanding the K4 lineup with a sportier and more versatile body style. Designed as the athletic counterpart to the K4 sedan, the new hatchback blends dynamic performance, advanced technology, and increased cargo flexibility, making it an appealing option in the compact car […] The post 2026 Kia K4 Hatchback Pricing Announced: Sporty Design, Turbo Power, and Advanced Tech appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Upcoming 2026 Kia K4 Hatchback MSRP pricing starts from $24,890[1] K4 Hatchback is the athletic counterpart to the K4 sedan, featuring a distinctive floating roof design and versatile cargo space... Bekijk volledig artikel

Hyundai Motor Group has unveiled a series of strategic executive appointments for 2026, aimed at accelerating its transformation into a software-driven mobility leader and reinforcing its leadership in core technology and R&D. The appointments highlight the Group’s focus on cultivating specialized expertise and strengthening organizational resilience amid global uncertainties. Accelerating Market Leadership and Innovation Seung […] The post Hyundai Motor Group Announces 2026 Executive Appointments to Drive Software-Defined Mobility and Innovation appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia is preparing to extend the life cycle of its flagship midsize sedan, the Kia K5, through an unusual second facelift (partial change), as global automakers recalibrate the pace of electrification. According to the auto parts industry, cited by ETNews, Kia has officially begun development of the K5 second partial change model (project name: DL3 […] The post Kia K5 Second Facelift Confirmed: Life Cycle Extended Until 2030 Amid Slower EV Transition appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel