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The days are finally warming up and, as we leave behind the cold clutches of winter, it’s time to patch up the wear and tear of the passing season. Here are a few basic car maintenance tips that will better prepare your Kia for the adventures and excitement amidst the luscious spring weather! 1) Let your colors shine The wet slush of winter as well as the salt used to defrost icy roads can cause damage to your car’s exterior. Your first priority should be to clean your car and wash away the accumulated grime that harms the paint job and causes rust on the undercarriage. A thorough hand washing will get to those hard to reach cracks and crevices that an automated car wash may not be able to reach. 2) Lose weight During the cold months, it is easy to let your car pile up with junk and garbage. When the weather warms up, take the time to declutter the interior and remove unnecessary items you may have accumulated during the winter season. Swapping out the heavy winter floor mats and freeing up cabin space will help reduce cargo weight and do wonders for your car’s gas mileage in the long run. 3) Breathe easier Check your engine and cabin filters. Replacing your filters regularly is important as they trap harmful airborne particles such as pollen and allergens. Making sure your filters are in good working condition, especially in the spring, may alleviate dreadful seasonal allergies that are prevalent this time of year. 4) Say ‘yes’ to protection To combat the swift (albeit much welcomed) change in weather, you should also protect your car from UV sunlight rays. After a wash, give your car a good wax job and apply protective products to your dashboard. After weathering the harsh conditions of winter, your car windows may need some special attention as well. Clean your windows using a high quality window cleaner and wipe down the interior glass using an anti-fogging agent. 5) Check the B’s Remember your three B’s: Battery, Brakes, Blades. The winter weather puts stress on all of these components as they have to work extra hard to perform in the cold. Proactive measures will be cheaper and more convenient than an unexpected and unplanned breakdown down the road. If it takes a few seconds to start your car or your battery is more than three years old, it is a good idea to get your batteries tested and possibly replaced. Before any long drives or road trips, make sure the brakes are in good working order as well. Inspect all brake system components including hoses, lines, fluids and pads to make sure they aren’t worn and sluggish. If your wiper blades are worn from the snow and sleet, they will make a squeaking noise across the windshield. Replace your blades before the spring showers and keep extra replacements handy for future use. Remember these tips when preparing your car for exciting spring adventures. We at Kia Motors wish you warm and fulfilling spring journeys ahead! Lees hele artikel

“Kia lists the official driving range as 149 kilometres. It seemed reasonable, although on a balmy summer’s day I managed to coax 162 kilometres out of the Soul EV, with 21 clicks of driving range remaining in the battery. The question that needed to be answered was simple: How much would a colder day detract from the driving range given the heater was in use? There was only one way to find out — drive my original test route again.” Click to Read More Lees hele artikel

The 2016 Kia Mohave SUV, known as the Absolute Mohave, has been released in Korea, and it is essentially a facelift for the vehicle that was once sold as the Borrego SUV in North America. Some of the changes made … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

There is no denying that smartphones are growing increasingly capable. Here at Kia Motors, we understand the role these smart devices play in our customers’ lives, and we are in hot pursuit of the trend. From digital brochures to online customer service and vehicle telematics, find out all the newest ways that Kia is integrating smart devices into an upgraded driving experience! Digital Brochures The brochures for Kia’s entire model range are available for viewing and download on our worldwide website. In addition, Kia has developed iPad applications to provide consumers with a close-up and digitized look at many of our vehicles. These apps have been recognized for their excellence in design and ease of use and are available free of charge. Kia Soul for iPad was the winner of the ‘Best of the Best in Communication Design’ category at the 2015 Red Dot Awards Online Customer Service The new Kia Service App 3.0 aims to enhance customer service and maintenance through optimized and convenient digital access. The mobile application has made great progress since its preceding version, featuring a wider breadth of services than ever before. Photo courtesy of Kia Philippines Official Facebook Set for launch in 16 countries this year, the app debuted with Kia Philippines in January and generated much buzz and media attention. By providing services on-the-go, Kia Motors hopes to appeal to the fast-paced nature of our current consumer base. Smart Control System Kia UVO infotainment and telematics system now offers control via smartphones using USB or Bluetooth connection. Users can operate in-cabin driver assistance and entertainment features through specially designed UVO mobile applications. This new addition utilizes mobile devices to track parking location, points of interest and vehicle maintenance information. In some cases, users can activate vehicle auto start and climate control at the touch of a button. While these features are not yet available worldwide, they represent a further step in our integration of smartphones and Kia automobiles. Kia’s Future for Smartphone Use Kia has also hinted at the potential for smart device connectivity that goes beyond mobile applications. The autonomous Soul EV introduced at 2016 CES show demonstrated an autonomous parking function that utilizes a smart watch. I-Cockpit, Kia’s next generation HMI system, foreshadows in-cabin user preference adjustments simply based on smart device connection or finger printing. These innovations, currently under development, promise enormous upgrades in smartphone connectivity and, thus, an enhanced driving experience for consumers. As smartphone technology develops, Kia Motors imagines further innovations with smart devices and Kia vehicles. As a result, our latest models now possess intricate features that accommodate smart devices. The all-new Optima and Sportage both feature a wireless smartphone charging mechanism while Kia Motors Europe has announced that Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay™ will be introduced in all European models by 2018. With such innovations, Kia Motors is taking measures to raise smart device integration to another level. Don’t forget to check out our latest smartphone apps and stay tuned for more smart device and connectivity innovations from Kia! Lees hele artikel

<p>Beste Kroese,<br /> <br /> Je schrijft dat je de lambda sensoren hebt vervangen, heb je hem daarna weer uitgelezen? Blijven de codes weg? En wat waren de exacte codes?<br /> <br /> Mvg diagnoseoplocatie.nl</p> Lees het hele artikel

<p>ik heb hier een picanto 1.0 benzine die enorm schokt en soms ineens enorm inhoudt ecu uitgelezen foutcodes lambda voor en na kat beide vervangen niet opgelost toen map vervangen nog geen oplossing vervolgens ook kleppen gesteld en nog geen verbetering!?! (gasklephuis is ook geheel gereinigd) bij opnieuw uitlezen geen fouten meer wie o wie kan mij helpen?</p> Lees het hele artikel

Kia Soul is undoubtedly one of the most widely recognized and popular models in the Kia Motors vehicle line-up. Since its conception in the early 2000s, the Soul has transformed and changed in surprising ways, taking shape into one-of-a-kind concept cars and building its reputation as a stylish but practical mobile unit. With its further success as Kia’s one and only electric vehicle (at the moment), this iconic boxy car continues to surprise and impress with its ever growing range of features and upgrades. Discover the past, present and future of the Kia Soul! First Generation, Kia Soul Soul Concept 2006 The Soul concept, a predecessor to the current day Kia Soul, was first imagined and presented to global audiences at the 2006 North American International Auto Show. The concept was not realized into a commercial vehicle until late 2008. With a distinctly edgy style and accentuated boxy profile that broke conventional automobile design standards, the Soul was created to appeal to the young and hip. To showcase Kia’s versatility in design, the Soul was available in several special editions and repurposed as cutting edge concept cars. Sweeping notable awards for its stylistic design and functionality such as the Red Dot design award, the Soul made a successful debut as a game changer for the compact SUV segment. Houndstooth decal upgrade for the first generation Kia Soul The Kia Soul was also popularized by the commercial featuring animated Kia Soul hamster characters. Second Generation, all-new Soul The Track’ster concept revealed in 2012 served as the foundation for the second-generation Kia Soul. With a new platform, stronger body shell and upgraded HMI interior, the all-new Soul offered larger dimensions, wider stance and sporty silhouette. The second-generation model also provided upgraded visual elements, offering a broader range of color for the vehicle roof and body panels. The high mounted tail lights, refined wheel design and reworked signature tiger-nose grille was an added touch of sophistication. With the newest model, Kia created a box car that is fun yet functional. The most notable features are the more dynamic but stable ride and spacious interior cabin. Embracing seamless enhancements and fresh new features over the years, the second generation Kia Soul has become a best-seller among its box car competition. Soul EV Following prototype testing that concluded in 2013, the full-electric version of the second generation Soul was unveiled for the first time under Kia’s EcoDynamics sub-brand at the 2014 Chicago Auto Show. While it maintains many of the classic design elements of its gasoline/diesel-powered counterpart, the Soul EV features a revamped grille that also serves as a charging port. Powered by a 27 kWh lithium-ion polymer battery pack, the Soul EV possesses an all-electric driving range of over 160 km. The DC fast charge feature is estimated to provide a nearly full charge in under 30 minutes. As Kia’s sole electric vehicle, the Soul EV provides high power and fuel efficiency in a fun and attractive package. ▶ Find out more about Kia’s eco-friendly production Autonomous Soul EV on display at 2016 Geneva Motor Show The innovations for the Kia Soul don’t stop there. With the unveiling of the Kia’s new DRIVE WiSE sub-brand, the Soul EV underwent another transformation, taking on autonomous capabilities. This addition makes the Soul the most versatile Kia vehicle by far. ▶ Learn more about Kia’s sub-brand DRIVE WiSE While only in the second-generation of its lifecycle, the Kia Soul has embraced endless innovations that have helped it emerge on top as a stylish and quirky segment frontrunner. As the model continues to foreshadow the future, we look forward to more transformations and surprises in store from this uniquely iconic car! ▶ Read more about the Kia Soul road trip in Argentina! Lees hele artikel

“Fresh off a categorical victory in this year’s KBB.com Best Buy Awards, the new-for-2016 Kia Optima can now add “exemplary family car” to its growing list of accolades. Refined, advanced, and rewarding to drive, Kia’s fourth-generation midsize sedan also caters to families on multiple fronts.” Click to Read More Lees hele artikel

Are you the type of person who immediately purchases something new on the market, or are you the type who adopts a wait and see attitude? We ask this question because we want to know where you all stand on … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

The Salon International de l’Automobile (Geneva Motor Show) in Switzerland is considered one of the most important automobile events of the season as it lays the groundwork for the year to follow. Kia Motors, as always, has an eye-catching exhibit for excited fans and spectators at this year’s show. With the debut of new models and upgraded automobile technology, Kia is bringing all kinds of surprises to the show floor. All-new lean machine: Optima Sportswagon The 2016 Geneva Motor Show marked the world premiere of Kia’s brand-new Optima Sportswagon. Inspired by the 2015 Sportspace concept, the Sportswagon is our first D-segment tourer model. With the latest driving features, versatile functionality and striking aesthetic design, this Europe-exclusive model is expected to broaden Kia’s appeal to both private and fleet customers. The front of the model resembles the very popular Optima sedan while the rear features a distinctive and spacious cabin with multipurpose fold-over seats. High quality soft touch materials with metallic accents complete the interior of the Optima Sportswagon. The Sportswagon also features the latest range of Kia’s innovative driving and infotainment features, with new touchscreen audio-visual navigation (AVN) and a six speaker audio system in a thoughtfully sound dampened cabin. The car also provides wireless cellphone charging along with with two USB ports for improved convenience and comfort. Providing an upgraded driving experience and automobile zeal, the Sportswagon model is an undeniably practical, dynamic, and lean new addition to Kia’s vehicle line-up A glimpse of green: Niro HUV and Optima Plug-in Hybrid Alongside the all-new Optima Sportswagon, the Kia Niro Hybrid Utility Vehicle (HUV) and Optima Plug-in Hybrid also made their European debuts at Geneva. The two green models featuring Kia’s latest eco-friendly innovations were introduced for the first time under Kia’s EcoDynamics sub-brand at the 2016 Chicago Auto Show. They will be available in European markets during the second half of 2016. Prior to their official European debut at this year’s Geneva Motor Show, the Optima Sportswagon, Niro and Optima PHEV were previewed at an exclusive media lounge event held at Kia’s European Design Center in Frankfurt. Influential European journalists who attended the event and experienced the vehicles firsthand predicted great success in the market. Live easy, drive easier Kia’s exhibition at Geneva also introduces our newest sub-brand DRIVE WiSE, created to foster safer and more enjoyable driving. Displaying the past, present and future of autonomous driving and driving assistance technologies through interactive displays, Kia demonstrates the cutting edge innovations scheduled for release over the next 15 years. ▶ Read more about the launch of DRIVE WiSE at 2016 CES! With the surge in worldwide smartphone usage, in-car connectivity is becoming increasingly important for consumers. In order to support this growing trend, Kia plans to introduce Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay™ in all European models in the coming 18 months. Kia Niro and Optima Sportswagon will be among the first models to feature these latest upgrades. The newest operating systems with full Apple and Android compatibility will offer driver assistance and in-car entertainment functions such as voice control, hands-free call and text and music streaming. The integrated systems will offer more entertainment and ease while driving. Our comprehensive display at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show provides a glimpse into the future, both near and far, that Kia Motors has in store for global audiences. Our dedication to inspiration and surprise drives us to continue offering top quality products and innovations to the world. Explore the photos from the event and stay tuned for more news straight from Geneva! Click image to see next [See image gallery at kia-buzz.com] Lees hele artikel

While we would all love to be able to drive a brand new car off the lot whenever we wanted to, the reality is that many of us have to settle for a used car. There are a wide variety … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Kia Motors America today announced record sales for February 2016 totaling 49,737 vehicles, a 13 percent gain over February 2015! The brand also reported year-to-date sales of 88,042 new vehicles, a 12 percent increase over the same period last year. … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

<p>De reden waarom dat die mens die auto verkocht heeft zal me een biet wezen <br /> ik heb de auto nu en heb een probleem maar goed.<br /> en ja het motor management lampje gaat wel branden als ik het contact aan zet en gaat na het starten gewoon uit onder het rijden gaat er ook niks branden.</p> Lees het hele artikel

<p>Weet je gelijk waarom dat ding verkocht is.<br /> <br /> Misschien is de katalysator/uitlaat verstopt. Maar dat heeft dan wel een andere oorzaak, die misschien ook nog aanwezig is.<br /> Gaat je motor management lanmpje wel branden als je het contact aan zet (en nog niet de motor start)?</p> Lees het hele artikel

<p>sinds enkele dagen hebben wij een diesellucht in de auto wanneer we deze starten, zodra we gaan rijden is deze lucht wel weer weg.<br /> ik heb recent alle filters vervangen, wat kan hier het probleem zijn? Het blok is ook keurig droog!</p> Lees het hele artikel

<p>Beste mensen<br /> ik heb sinds kort een kia joice aangeschaft via een particulier.<br /> deze heeft een 2 liter benzine motor <br /> hij start goed en in zijn eerste en tweede en derde versnelling trekt ie naar mijn mening redelijk goed op <br /> maar in zijn vierde en vijfde versnelling verliest ie zijn power mijn top snelheid licht dan ook op 120 max 130 met wind mee<br /> rij ik dan een tunnel uit bijvoorbeeld de Westerschelde tunnel dan zakt ie helemaal af naar 80 a 90 km <br /> als ik het gaspendaal helemaal indruk dan lijkt het wel of dat ie dan inhoud laat ik het pendaal weer een beetje los en geef met beleid gas dan reageert ie hier wel op maar traag dit heb ik tevens in alle versnellingen <br /> verder schakelt ie goed remmen lopen niet vast en de temp blijft ook normaal en er gaat geen motor manisment lampje branden<br /> weet iemand misschien wat dit zou kunnen zijn mvg wiardi jan</p> Lees het hele artikel

Kia Motors is proud to announce that our vehicles have been named the winners of the Car of the Year awards from Australia, Ukraine and United Arab Emirates! We are absolutely thrilled and honored by this international attention and acknowledgment of our vehicles. Continue reading to find out more about these latest awards. Australia Kia Motors models were recently featured at the Australia’s Best Car Awards, one of Australia’s most influential independent award programs. After a range of driving tests and careful consideration by the judges, Kia’s Optima GT emerged as the Car of the Year award winner in the mid-sized car under $50,000 category while the Sorento SLi 2WD and Sorento Platinum took home the prize for the family wagon and AWD SUV ($50,000-$65,000) categories, respectively. We are incredibly thankful for such prestigious recognition and hopeful that it will bring us further success in Australia. Ukraine The all-new Sorento took home the “Crossover 2016” title at the Car of the Year 2016 in Ukraine event. The decision was reached through a combined process of online voting by the public and critical judging by Ukraine’s influential journalists. The Sorento was selected as the overall winner of the newly created crossover category. As this award signifies both recognition from the motoring community and the general public, it is a testament to the car’s prowess and popularity. United Arab Emirates The annual Wheels Car of the Year award is organized by Wheels Magazine, a motoring magazine with the highest circulation and readership in the country. Winners are selected by influential automobile journalists under straightforward procedures: each car must be driven by all or most judges through a 500km test drive course. This year, among 50 competitors, our very own Kia Optima claimed recognition for the Best Saloon category. The Wheels Car of the Year is the oldest COTY award in the UAE automobile market and recognition from such a historical and renowned organization can only strengthen the Optima’s already solid reputation among UAE customers. We cannot stress enough that our achievements and success would not have been possible without the continued love and support from worldwide fans. Once again, Kia Motors is thankful for the prestigious recognition and gracious support and we cannot wait to be bring you more great news down the road! Lees hele artikel

“No longer the cheap SUV it was when it first arrived in the U.S., the Kia Sportage has evolved into a distinctive entry in the compact SUV segment. Building on the third generation, which was one of the cars that helped overhaul Kia’s image, the fourth generation promises to take things to another level. A wide array of new technology and convenience features are now available on the 2017 Sportage, and it’s looking to be one of the most gadget-heavy entries in its segment.” Click to Read More Lees hele artikel

<p>Werkt de airco wel , met deze buitentemperaturen verwacht ik het niet.<br /> Als hij wel werkt , dan zou ik dit laten controleren , als de pomp te zwaar loopt bv. is dit einde pomp.<br /> Dan ook de oorzaak proberen te achterhalen , meestal te lang doorgereden met te weinig koudemiddel in het airco systeem.<br /> Het in schakelen van de compressor gaat zo wie zo gepaard met een schokje/toerental dip.<br /> Je zegt dat je garantie hebt , melden zou ik zeggen.</p> Lees het hele artikel

<p>Beste Lezer,<br /> <br /> Ik heb net een kia rio gekocht waar ik uitermate tevreden mee ben. Toch merk ik dat als de airco aanstaat, en bij het opschakelen soms een klein plof hoorbaar is en de auto een beetje terugvalt, schokje krijgt. Bij het uitzetten v/d airco is dit probleem niet aanwezig. <br /> <br /> Mijn vraag is, wat zou dit kunnen betekenen, heeft de airco onderhoud nodig, of is er iets anders aan de hand.<br /> Dit i.v.m. een geplande reis, en de reden dat ik nog garantie heb op deze auto.<br /> <br /> Alvast bedankt voor het reageren,<br /> <br /> Mvrgr,<br /> Evert</p> Lees het hele artikel

<p>zie bericht hier boven</p> Lees het hele artikel

<p>Aangezien een turbo veel schade kan veroorzaken,heb ik besloten een nieuwe erop te zetten.Dit topic kan gesloeten worden.Ferry</p> Lees het hele artikel

<p>Ik ben overigens de km-stand vergeten, die is 196.000.Ik heb begrepen,dat ze ongeveer 2 ton meegaan,dus dit is waarschijnlijk normaal.Ferry</p> Lees het hele artikel

<p>Waar komt dat fluiten vandaan.Overigens heb ik vergeten te vermelden,dat aan de inlaat kant olie lag.Waarom is een gereviseerde niet aan te bevelen.Het gaat toch om het binnenwerk, het huis heeft niets.<br /> Ferry</p> Lees het hele artikel

<p>Een klein beetje axiale speling is normaal. Radiale speling duidt op slijtage. Als het niet teveel is, niets aan doen.<br /> Dit is meer een gevoel/ ervaring. Moeilijk uit te leggen wat toelaatbaar is. Laat een monteur hierover oordelen.<br /> <br /> Laat die revisie turbo alstublieft links liggen.</p> Lees het hele artikel