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Kia Racing’s Mark Wilkins wraps the season with his sixth podium finish in the No. 38 B.R.A.K.E.S. Optima turbo, securing third in the Grand Touring Sport (GTS) Class Driver Championship. The 2013 Pirelli World Challenge season finale was a three-way, sudden-death shootout for the Grand Touring Sports (GTS) class driver championship, with only Kia Racing’s Mark Wilkins, Camaro driver Lawson Aschenbach and Porsche driver Jack Baldwin remaining with a shot at the title. Instead of a high-noon, frontier-town duel, the setting for this showdown was a tight and rain-soaked 1.7-mile street circuit near Reliant Park in Houston. And when the brake dust settled, Wilkins emerged third, securing second place for Kia in the manufacturer championship. Entering the race ranked third and trailing leader Baldwin by 47 points, Wilkins needed to finish on the top step of the podium for a chance at the championship and he successfully achieved this mission. Here is a picture of Wilkin glowing with his award. “We just had to be smooth and get the most out of the car in difficult circumstances. We struggled a bit in the wet, but the Optima turbo absolutely came alive as the track dried out,” said Wilkins, who set the fastest lap of the race in GTS with a time of 1:21.338. “I really have to thank Kia Motors America, its team members, Kinetic Motorsports and everyone involved in the Kia Racing program for this great opportunity. It’s an honor to drive the No. 38 Optima for this team. We have made huge strides in just two years, and I cannot wait to see where 2014 takes us.” Teammate Nic Jönsson, driver of the No. 36 DonorsChoose.org Optima turbo, finished the race in 12th place, ending the challenging season 10th in the driver championship. Jönsson set the second-fastest race lap of the weekend (1:22.238) behind his teammate, but an electrical issue slowed his pace and kept him out of contention. “Racing demonstrates the power, performance and reliability of Kia vehicles, and on-track success – especially among such world-class competition – adds to the allure of the Kia brand,” said Michael Sprague, executive vice president of marketing and communications, KMA. “We are very proud of Mark and the entire Kia Racing team and grateful for their hard work and dedication. We look forward to even greater success together in 2014 and beyond.” Congratulations to Mark Wilkins and teammate Jönsson! Our Kia fans are very proud to have you represent Kia on the track. To watch our drivers endure the tough battle, a televised coverage of Round 14 of the Pirelli World Challenge at Houston will air on Sunday, October 20 at 4 p.m. EST on the NBC Sports Network. Race fans who do not have access to this channel can always tune in online for live race coverage at www.world-challengetv.com and catch the latest news and updates from the track at http://www.facebook.com/kiaracing. Follow the team on Twitter at @KiaRacing. You can read more on motor sports and racing in our past postings: - Kia Becomes First Korean Brand to Race at Indianapolis Speedway - Racing Street Legal Kias on the Unforgiving Rally Roads of Peru - KIA RACING WINS FIRST-EVER GRAND-AM ROAD RACING CHAMPIONSHIPS - Kia Celebrates Second Season Victory! - Kia Motors Captures First-Ever Racing Victory Lees hele artikel

hier de aansluiting voor de afstandbediening op de centrale vergrendeling om te sluiten is het een bruine draad op positie 3 in een 16 polige witte stekker aan het voetpaneel onder het stuur om te openen is het de grijze draad op positie 10 in die zelfde stekker de knipperlichting vindt je aan de stuur kolon blauw en groen . Lees het hele artikel

The numbers are in, so let’s take a quick look at Kia’s (and Hyundai’s) overall global sales figures for the month of September 2013. Hyundai Motor Company have announced that they saw their sales dip by 2.1% in September, with … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Plenty of great vehicles around the world skip American showrooms. For various reasons the business decision is made that selling vehicle “x” in the U.S. doesn’t make sense and it’s never offered. However, every once in a while a vehicle does sneak its way into North America, but only as far as Canada. Over the years, vehicles like the Mercedes-Benz B-Class, Nissan X-Trail, original diesel powered smart fortwo and Chevrolet Orlando have been available to neighbors in the north. And now there’s another: the 2014 Kia Rondo. Yes, it was sold in America before being yanked for poor sales. With frumpy styling and a mediocre-at-best value proposition, it made sense that the Rondo’s exit was as predictable as the plot of a low-budget horror movie. But forget everything you knew about that Rondo. There is an all-new second generation Rondo on sale up north and it is a quantum leap ahead of its predecessor. Here are five reasons that Kia should give the Rondo a second chance in the US market. Lees het hele artikel

kenteken verlichting van de auto brandt niet. Alle andere verlichtingen werken wel. Betreffende zekering (EXT in motorruimte) is ok.is er nog ergens een zekering die ik over het hoofd zie? 1 lampje van de kentekenverlichting was kapot toen ik het probleem bemerkte. Lees het hele artikel

Grote kans , zou er niet mee doorrijden , dodelijk voor de diverse componenten , niet alles heeft een overspanningsbeveiliging. Lees het hele artikel

M'n koplampen zijn er ook mee gestoptIk heb de dinamo gemeten en die laadt 16,1 voltDus ben bang dat het de spanningsregelaar is Lees het hele artikel

Ik heb denk ik een elektrische storing In mijn auto want ik had onder het rijden Ineens last van dat de radio uitviel en toenGingen de Abs, de airbag en de brake lampjesBranden na hem opnieuw gestart te hebben Bleef het airbag lampje continu branden En na een stukje rijden begon het weer de radio Viel weer uit en de lampjes gingen brandenHeb alle zekeringen gecontroleerd maar zijnAllemaal nog heel en aan het rijden was verder Niets te merken Wie weet wat er misschien kan mankerenM.v.g. Harm Lees het hele artikel

The design of the second generation Kia Soul is on that has really captured the imagination of critics and consumers, alike. It looks incredibly similar to the old model, but the upgrading and addition of options is what makes it … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Kia Motors America has issued a special press release featuring information and first details about the all-electric Soul crossover vehicle. Scheduled to go on sale late next year, the all-electric Soul will be based on the gasoline powered 2014 Soul … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Hot off the heels from his US Open tennis victory and winning his 13th Grand Slam title, Kia global brand ambassador Rafael Nadal found himself in Seoul this past Friday to meet a young South Korean player who has captivated his heart and attention. Duck Hee Lee is a 15 year old South Korean male tennis player who has been quickly climbing the tennis ranks, ranking 26 in the world by the Association of Tennis Players (ATP). However, did you guys know this junior player has a hearing impairment? Startled yet deeply touched, Nadal praises Lee for “staying on the right path with his strong determination and mental toughness.” We hope all our Kia fans are inspired as well by Duck Hee Lee. Nadal attended a One Point Clinic Session during his tour of South Korea on Friday, September 27, at the W Hotel. 20 ball kids who were selected from Korea to be among the 380 ball kids for the 2014 Australian Open also got a chance to watch and meet Rafa Nadal for pictures and autographs. See the picture below to see Nadal posing with the 20 lucky children. Image Source: Zimbio <Ball Kids receiving autographs> Image Source: Zimbio Here are pictures of Nadal with Duck Hee Lee and another South Korean junior player, Minjin Park. Image Source: Yonhap News –Read their article here Image Source: Zimbio Kia Motors also asked our Kia Motors Facebook and Twitter followers to send us questions that were selected and relayed to Nadal. Here is a picture of Nadal sitting next to the Norman Brookes Challenge Cup, the Australian Open Trophy, while answering the questions. 7 lucky fans will win a Nadal signed tennis racquet. We will announce the receivers soon. . Nadal is off to a good start at the China Open on Tuesday, defeating Colombian qualifier Santiago Giraldo. Let’s wish him the best and leave some encouraging messages to our King of Clay! Lees hele artikel

Kia Motors is close to delivering their first turbocharged model to the New Zealand market. The Cerato Koup, known also as Forte Koup in the USA, will have that distinction, but it’s not likely to be the last turbocharged Kia … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Kia Motors America moved 38,003 units in September, with the Optima leading the way for the 22nd consecutive month. The month of September 2013 proved to be a slow month for Kia thanks in large part to an early Labor … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Euro NCAP, the top safety organization in Europe, has given a 5-star safety rating to the all-new Kia Carens MPV. The carens scored big in a number of different categories, including 94% for Adult Occupant Protection, 76% for Child Occupant … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Kia Motors Corporation has increased its brand value by 15% over the past year to reach the 83rd position on the exclusive list of ‘Top 100 Best Global Brands,’ according to a 2013 study released today by Interbrand, the world’s largest brand consultancy agency. Kia first entered the ‘Top 100 Best Global Brands’ last year, coming in 87th place, but has since risen four spots to reach an estimated brand value of USD 4.7 billion. This represents a 15%, or USD 619 million, increase from last year’s estimated brand value and far exceeds the overall top 100 brands’ average value growth rate of 8.4%. Strategic brand building activities in 2013 have included the continued roll out of “A Different Beat,” a newly developed brand identity system that embodies three core brand characteristics: vibrant, distinctive and reliable, inspired by the notion of how a musical beat can move people. Check out the Kia Beat video commercial below. This new brand identity system is being driven across Kia’s global network both internally and externally and has paved the way for innovative marketing initiatives such as the collaborative branded entertainment campaign with DreamWorks Animation’s “The Croods” motion picture for the global launch of the all-new Carens MPV (known as ‘Rondo’ in some markets). Live vicariously through the Croods family to experience their exciting adventure with Kia Carens. For more information, click here for the recap of the promotional campaign on Kia Buzz. In the U.S., the new brand identity system has given added momentum to Kia’s cutting-edge leadership in music, with significant credibility gained within the industry and with consumers thanks to continuing sponsorship of the MTV Music Awards and Van’s Warped Tour, along with the successful Soul hamster ad series and Super Bowl ads. To get ready for the all-new 2014 Soul, Kia Motors’ hamsters hit the gym to the sounds of Lady Gaga’s new single “Applause” and impresses their fans with their new look. See the hamsters hit the gym below and transform! Don’t they look great? We hope these adorable hamsters are a motivation to hit the gym and get ready for the all-new 2014 Soul! In addition, striking an appeal with Kia’s young-at heart target customers through major sports sponsorships such as the FIFA World Cup, Australian Open and NBA, along with a strong focus on digital and social marketing, have been key components driving the Kia brand forward globally. Over the past few years the Kia brand has garnered a significant presence within the digital realm by taking an innovative communications approach in connecting with customers online. Kia has more than 250 global and local social media profiles that constitute a reach of some 1.4 billion people who are having more than 300,000 Kia-related conversations daily in the form of comments, sharing, postings and mentions. This latest recognition by Interbrand follows hot on the heels of Kia’s recent introduction to Interbrand’s 50 Best Global Green Brands 2013, in which Kia placed 37th this past June. Click here for more information. For more information, review our previous posts: l Kia Super Bowl Commercial 2012- ‘Dream Car. For Real’ l Kia Motors Sponsors the Kia World Extreme Games 2013 l Kia Motors Extends Major Sponsorship of Australian Open Kia Motors ensures smooth transportation with fleet for FIFA Confederations Cup 2013 Lees hele artikel

Withholding powertrain details, Kia announced plans today to sell the electric version of its Soul hatchback in the U.S. Expect to see the vehicle officially unveiled at an upcoming U.S. auto show – likely L.A. – although the company hasn’t announced that either. What Kia did announce today is that it plans to sell the Soul EV in select markets starting next year. The brand said an electric version of the Soul is a natural extension for the product. “Eco-consciousness already comes standard on the all-new Soul with 85-percent of its materials able to be recycled at the end of its lifespan, and the Soul EV will further demonstrate Kia’s engineering capabilities as well as our commitment to producing vehicles with reduced environmental footprints,” said Orth Hedrick, executive director of product planning, Kia Motors America. SEE ALSO: Kia Soul EV to Launch in 2014 There are plenty of other questions this announcement raises. Kia promises that its range, MPGe, packaging options and go-to-market strategy will all be discussed at the official debut. More than pricing and options, it will be interesting to see how Kia plans to sell the Soul EV. Automakers including Nissan and General Motors are pushing to sell electric vehicles on a mass market scale, but that isn’t always the case. Often, companies will build an electric variant of an already-existent product to comply with California Air Resources Board Regulations that would otherwise block them from selling cars in California. During last year’s L.A. Auto Show, Fiat grudgingly unveiled the 500e, al electrified version of its 500 that is available in limited numbers. Honda’s Fit EV exists for the same reason. GALLERY: Kia Soul EV Spy Photos Discuss this story at KiaSoulForums.com Lees het hele artikel

There was a ton of positive feedback for the new commercials featuring the 2014 Kia Soul, not to mention the slim and trim new look adopted by the trio of hip-hop hamsters that are regularly featured in the ads. It’s … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

Kia to be Presenting Sponsor of Inaugural YouTube Music Awards Kia Motors Corporation today announced it will be the exclusive Presenting Sponsor of the first-ever YouTube Music Awards – an unprecedented digital music entertainment event, which will globally immerse YouTube viewers in concerts around the world. Accessible to more than one billion people worldwide, YouTube has become the home to both recognized artists and the next generation of musical talent. Kia will be at the forefront of this cutting-edge paradigm that sets a new standard for music awards. The YouTube Music Awards will feature performances from and collaborations between a variety of artists, from the biggest names in music, including Eminem, Lady Gaga and Arcade Fire, to some of the world’s biggest YouTube stars. On Sunday, November3, inthe 12-24 hour period before the awards ceremony, live streamed concert events held at various venues globally will commence starting in Seoul, moving to Moscow, London and Brazil, and concluding with the main awards show at Pier36 inNew York. International youth media company, VICE, known for its unique style and coverage of culture, music and documentary journalism and premium online video content, will be the event’s executive producer, while popular director, screenwriter and producer Spike Jonze, will be the event’s director. “The YouTube Music Awards will be a first in digital and music entertainment and Kia is proud to be the presenting sponsor of this event,” said Soon-Nam Lee, vice president of marketing, Kia Motors Corporation. “Digital media has played a pivotal role in how we connect with our customers, and with more consumers going on-line every day to engage with content; it is only natural that we lead the way with this YouTube sponsorship.” Through this highly collaborative partnership, Kia will roll out several interactive and innovative activations to create resonating, memorable and positive links between music entertainment and the Kia brand. The YouTube Music Awards nominations will be announced later this month at which time an online voting period will open for users to cast votes for their favorite artists that will end on 2 November. Stay tuned for more details and check out the video below! Lees hele artikel

The all-new Kia Carens compact MPV and the redesigned 2014 Sorento have both earned 5-Star safety ratings from the Euro NCAP and US Government, respectively. Kia Carens has been awarded a maximum 5-Star safety rating by Europe’s leading road safety organization, Euro NCAP. The Kia Carens is one of only two compact MPV models currently on sale in Europe to earn 5-Stars in the 2013 Euro NCAP tests. The five-door, five or seven-seater Kia achieved high scores for Adult Occupant Protection (94%), Child Occupant Protection (76%), Safety Assist equipment (81%) and Pedestrian protection (64%). Euro NCAP testers awarded the Carens maximum point scores for side impact protection against a barrier, child protection for 18-month old infants, front seat whiplash protection and protection for pedestrians’ legs. The safety organisation also noted that new Carens is equipped with a ‘belt-up’ reminder for all seats, a driver-set adjustable speed limiter and that all of the child restraint types for which the car is designed could be properly installed and accommodated in the car. Standard safety equipment fitted to the new Kia Carens across Europe includes six airbags (front, front side and curtain), seatbelt reminders (front, middle and rear seats), ESC (Electronic Stability Control), HAC (Hill Assist Control) to prevent roll-back and ESS (Emergency Stop Signal) which flashes the brake lights to alert other motorists when the driver is making an emergency stop. The all-new Carens returns Kia to one of the most competitive market segments in Europe and is designed and engineered to meet the needs and expectations of modern families. It features sleek aerodynamics, a cab-forward design that ensures generous interior space with a choice of five or seven seats, and a broad range of convenience and safety features. “In the last five years, Euro NCAP testing criteria has become tougher, making it harder for manufacturers’ products to be awarded top marks. It is a testament to Kia’s on-going commitment to improving vehicle safety that we are able to once again achieve the highest rating with new Carens which has great appeal for families with an active lifestyle who seek both style and practicality,” concludes Oeyen. The new Kia Carens joins six other Kia models – cee’d, Rio, Venga, Soul, Sportage and Sorento – in scoring a 5-Star rating in Euro NCAP crash test results. Likewise, the redesigned 2014 Sorento, a top-selling CUV in America, has earned the highest possible overall safety rating – five stars – from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The new Sorento was recognized for its outstanding performance in frontal and side impact crash tests, as well as high marks in rollover testing. “Built on an all-new platform, the redesigned Sorento utilizes Kia’s advanced safety equipment and technologies to provide a high level of occupant protection for drivers and their families as measured by the U.S. government,” said Orth Hedrick, executive director, product planning, Kia Motors America. In addition to NHTSA’s 5-Star rating, the 2014 Sorento has also been named a Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The 2014 Sorento is no mere mid-cycle refresh. It rides on an all-new platform and suspension system, and offers a new V6 engine and more passenger room as well as a new top-of-the-line trim level known as the SX Limited. From a styling perspective, redesigned front and rear fascias incorporate new lighting elements, the 17-inch and 18-inch alloy wheels have been redesigned and a larger 19-inch alloy wheel is offered on the SX as well as the all-new SX Limited. Inside, the center rack, gear shift, instrument clusters, and soft-touch surfaces all feature a redesigned look. Other available features now include second row sliding sunshades and heated front seats, panoramic sunroof, a programmable powered lift gate, heated second row seat bottoms, and more. The 2014 Sorento was the first Kia vehicle to offer the next generation voice-activated telematics system, UVO eServices. Learn More l The all-new Kia Carens – Not your average MPV l Paris Motor Show Design Comments on the all-new Carens l Paris Show world premiere for all-new Kia Carens l Completely New Platform for Upgraded Sorento l Big Improvements and Upgrades for the Kia Sorento l The Ultimate Road Trip in a Kia Sorento – Poland to Korea and Back Please note: l Carens specifications and features mentioned in this posting are for the European market. l Sorento specifications and features mentioned in this posting are for the European market. Congratulations Kia Carens and Kia Sorento! Kia fans, please leave your congratulatory messages! Lees hele artikel

Kia has spent the last few years giving its lineup something of a major makeover. The all-new Carens compact MPV, which got the 5-star safety rating at the EuroNCAP crash tests recently, marks the final piece in that makeover puzzle. … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

The 2014 Sorento, Kia’s top selling CUV in the USA, has just been awarded the highest possible safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Refreshed for 2014 model year, the Sorento scored outstanding marks in the frontal … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

The previous entries in our series of Kia owners interviews featured folks who pretty much knew what they wanted right from the start. The same cannot be said for Gregory, a Ferris State University student from Manistee, Michigan. Gregory found … Continue reading → Lees het hele artikel

As the weather cools down with fall season upon us, it’s time for our September series of Kia Fan Photos of the Month. We hope you enjoy this month’s rides! My name is Marc St. Louis and I live in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. I LOVE my 2010 Vanilla Shake Kia Soul. My Soul is the kind of vehicle designed to have fun with. I always get people asking me what kind of car is that. I belong to the Soul Club of Ontario, a club that has GREAT Cars and Great people. We are always attending Soul Meets and Excursions together. Love my Soul. Thanks Kia. Hi Marc, this photo looks like a desktop wallpaper or calendar shot. We’re glad to hear you’re having a great time with your Vanilla Shake Kia Soul. We would like to hear more about your club, and we might be able to feature you guys in a future post. Thanks for sharing and we hope to see more amazing photos of your striking Kia Soul! Hi there, I’m James from Phoenix, AZ and this is my 2011 Kia Forte SX. I entered my Forte into a Track Day event where I had one of the most entertaining driving experiences of my life. Can’t wait to do it again!! Hi James, You look like a professional race car driver with the way you’re taking that corner! Feel free to share more photos. We would love to see more images of you and your Kia Forte at another Track Day event. Also, be sure to send us more details on the driving experience with the Kia Forte SX. Our beautiful Picanto, just finished the polishing program from Autoglym, here from Norway in Gjelleråsen Bling bling, that Pincanto has got some shine! Thanks for sharing this photo all the way from Norway! We’ve heard Norway has stunning mountain and coastal scenery and we’d love to see more images of your Picanto amid the beautiful Norwegian sites. Pittsburgh native. Here is a Kia Soul from Pittsburgh. It definitely seems like this owner is an adventure seeking, owning a Kia Soul and going canoeing! Please share more of your adventures with the Kia Buzz community with your Kia! That wraps up September’s Fan Photos of the Month Before the weather gets any cooler, be sure to enjoy a scenic drive with the windows down and see the autumn leaves change color. Don’t be shy to share pictures of your Kia with the fall foliage decorating the landscape! It would be perfect for our October series and we would love to feature your images next month. Submit your fan photos here! Lees hele artikel

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sensor gemonteerd airco werkt weer! Lees het hele artikel