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The 2023 Carnival MPV is a carryover model with minor interior enhancements to the seat functionality and technology features. The Carnival competes in the Midsize MPV segment, but its combination... Bekijk volledig artikel

The 2023 Carnival MPV is a carryover model with minor interior enhancements to the seat functionality and technology features. The Carnival competes in the Midsize MPV segment, but its combination... Bekijk volledig artikel

The Kia EV6 GT will make its dynamic debut at the 2022 Goodwood Festival of Speed (23-26 June). The all-electric high-performance crossover will be taking on the Festival’s famous hillclimb several times throughout the weekend, demonstrating its segment-defining performance in public for the very first time. The EV6 GT combines exhilarating performance, first-class long-distance travel […] The post Euro-spec Kia EV6 GT to Debut at Goodwood appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

We were recently invited to view the upcoming 2023 Kia Niro in Long Beach, California. Kia brought along three prototype vehicles: the Kia Niro Hybrid (or HEV), Niro Plug-In Hybrid (or PHEV), and Niro EV. Now that the EV6 is on sale and growing in popularity, how does the Niro fit in with Kia’s electrification […] The post How The 2023 Kia Niro Fits Into Kia’s Electrification Strategy appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

RoboRide car-hailing pilot service to utilize two IONIQ 5 battery electric vehicles with in-house developed level 4 autonomous driving technology Hyundai Motor Group to collect autonomous driving... Bekijk volledig artikel

The KIA EV9 will be Kia’s future all-electric full-size SUV, which is set to debut sometime in 2023. The last week we showed you the very first spy photos of the EV9 prototype with production body courtesy of our colleagues at AutoPost. Now we have higher quality pictures so far to date. What we know […] The post KIA EV9 Prototype Spied in Higher Quality Pics to Date appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Recently we have discovered that a Korean company released a survey asking consumers their opinions on 2 types of vehicles, Large SUV and Pick-up. As we all know gasoline powered sedans are been axed with many car manufactures favoring to their SUV lineup, following a trend of what consumers were needing (maybe not so much […] The post Mysterious Korean Survey for Large SUV & Pickup appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

The KIA EV9 will be Kia’s future all-electric full-size SUV, which is set to debut sometime in 2023. The last week we showed you up the very first spy photos of the EV9 prototype with production body courtesy of our colleagues at Motorsjason. Now we have first in detail pictures that allow us to see […] The post KIA EV9 Spied w/ Provisional Lights appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

May global sales at 234,554 units, down 4.9% y/y Sales in Korea recorded 45,663 units, down 4.7% y/y Sales outside of Korea recorded 188,891 units, down 5.0% y/y Kia to continue creating sales... Bekijk volledig artikel

As you already known, Kia is currently working on updating production line inside Sohari plant in South Korea in order to start production of the Carnival Hybrid and All-electric EV9 large SUV from 2023, something that means the discontinuation of Stinger. Now we have first spy pictures of the hybrid powertrain testing on the current […] The post Kia Carnival Hybrid Prototype Spied Testing appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

The KIA EV9 will be Kia’s future all-electric full-size SUV, which is set to debut sometime in 2023. The last week we showed you up the very first spy photos of the EV9 prototype with production body courtesy of our colleagues at ShortsCar. Now we have first in detail pictures that allow us to see […] The post KIA EV9 Spied in Detail for the First Time appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

The Kia EV9 will be Kia’s future all-electric full-size SUV, which is set to debut sometime in 2023. The last week we showed you up the very first spy photos of the EV9 prototype with production body courtesy of our colleagues at ShortsCar. Now we have more pictures from a new angle thanks to our […] The post More Pictures of the Kia EV9 Prototype appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

The Kia EV9 will be Kia’s future all-electric full-size SUV, which is set to debut sometime in 2023. The last week we showed you up the very first spy photos of the EV9 prototype with production body courtesy of our colleagues at ShortsCar. Now we have more pictures from a new angle thanks to our […] The post More Pictures of the Kia EV9 Prototype appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Hyundai Motor Group enters agreement with State of Georgia to build full electric vehicle and battery manufacturing facilities in Bryan County New facilities represent investment of approx. USD... Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia EV6 electric crossover awarded the highest safety rating in latest Euro NCAP crash tests Results include a 90% score for adult occupant protection and 86% for child occupant protection... Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia EV6 electric crossover awarded the highest safety rating in latest Euro NCAP crash tests Results include a 90% score for adult occupant protection and 86% for child occupant protection... Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia’s original Niro small crossover was notable for one reason: You could get a hybrid, a plug-in hybrid, or a full EV. Aside from that clever trick (the only crossover shape to do it), there wasn’t much to take note of. It wasn’t an exciting vehicle, and better PHEV and EV models quickly arrived on the market to dull the shine even more. Get a Quote on a New Kia Niro There’s an all-new Kia Niro on the way, though. It’s bigger inside, has more distinctive styling, adds some of the latest tech, and gets some mild powertrain improvements. AutoGuide got to spend some time with the new Niro – now the only vehicle with hybrid, PHEV, and EV choices – at the 2022 New York International Auto Show. Here’s what we thought was cool about this big electrified hatch. Aero Blade That slash running up the Niro’s D-Pillar is more than just a cool styling feature. Yes, it makes the Niro look a bit like an Audi R8 coupe, but this is a part that’s functional as well as cosmetic. The Aero Blade, as Kia has named it, has an opening on its leading edge. Where the blade would meet the rear of the door. Look at the blade from the back and you can see there is an opening there, too. It’s meant to channel air through the Aero Blade, directed by those small strakes on the door moulding. Kia says that routing air through the blade improves the Niro’s aerodynamics, changing how the air flows around the rear of the vehicle. It also improves stability, Kia told us, making Niro less susceptible to gusting winds on the highway. Lastly, Kia says it helps make the cabin quieter. Wind noise is a big deal on EVs, so anything to cut that is a big plus. As far as cosmetics, you can get it in a contrasting colour or have the blade painted body colour. Technically, you could even remove it and replace it with one in a different hue, though that is a bit of a task. Koala Approved Seats Sustainability is the word in the auto industry these days, and that means some very innovative new textiles. The Niro EV is made with “animal-free textiles” which is code for no leather, but a base-model Rio is also animal-free. What’s neat are the seats, which use bio-polyurethane and Tencel made from eucalyptus. Bio-polyurethane is basically plastics that use plant-based oils instead of petroleum and can be used for surfaces as well as foam. Eucalyptus Tencel turns eucalyptus trees (claimed to be more eco-friendly than cotton or bamboo) into fabric. We won’t get into the process, but it’s an interesting one and the only solvent used is 99 percent recovered and recycled, another plus. Loading … None of that would matter if the seats sucked (sorry, Ms. Nature, but it’s how people are). Fortunately, they don’t. The seats have a unique texture and feel. Not leather, but as premium-feeling as any leather in this price class, and they look neat, too. Green Zone Drive Mode Since we were on a show stand, we couldn’t test this feature out, but we love the idea. Called Green Zone Drive Mode (this is actually the second generation), it turns off the gas motor (of the hybrid and PHEV) in particularly sensitive areas. Using navigation data and your driving history, it knows where school zones are, hospitals, residential areas, even your home and office. So when you drive through one of those areas, the car will swap to electric power automatically, if possible. SEE ALSO: 2022 Kia Niro EV Review: Still an Appealing EV Choice Nobody wants to make more noise and pollution around schools and hospitals, but short of avoiding those areas, there hasn’t been a way to make that happen before. This is a feature we’d love to see spread. The natural progression is a system that knows you’re headed downtown and maintains enough charge to use when you’re in those areas that are best for electric propulsion and worst for vehicle pollution. Growing Up Kia made the Niro larger for 2023. 2.6-inches more overall length and 0.8-inches longer between the wheel wells don’t sound like a lot, but it makes a difference. The Niro is slightly taller and slightly wider, too, and it makes the model much more accomodating. The back seat has plenty of room for two very large adults. Why does that matter? Because despite the growth spurt, all versions of the Niro are more efficient than they were before. The extra size makes this viable alternative for more buyers and more families, but it doesn’t suffer from the efficiency drop you’d get from moving up a size class. Cargo space grows to 22.8 cubic feet behind the seats, from 19.4 cubic feet before (or 18.5 with the EV). Kia has made tweaks like moving the hybrid car’s battery from the trunk area to under the rear seat, helping to maximize the amount of luggage, gear, and other bulky items you can haul. Baby Frunk We can’t forget the baby frunk. Kia’s EVs so far haven’t made space under the hood for a larger Tesla-like front trunk, but they don’t completely waste the space either. Pop the hood and it looks like you’re seeing an engine cover. But there’s no engine, you say. Right. This cover opens to give you a watertight cargo space. There’s enough room for a briefcase or a laptop bag, or a large purse if it’s not too thick, but not much more. SEE ALSO: 2019 Kia Niro EV Review What would we use it for? How about filling it with snacks for when you’re charging? Plug in the front-mount outlet and grab some munchies. It only takes 45 minutes to charge from 10-80 percent now, thanks to 85 kW L3 charging. Maybe an emergency kit for the winter with gloves, blankets and the like? Or a mysterious briefcase that glows when you open it? Yeah, that’s the right choice! The bigger, better-looking, and more efficient 2023 Kia Niro is set to show up at Kia stores in all 50 states this fall (the previous-gen EV was sold only in a few states before 2022). We think the larger size, longer (253-mile for EV and 33-mile for PHEV) range and funkier styling will make this one a better seller than the model it replaces. At least until more of Kia’s dedicated EV architectures arrive on the market. Become an AutoGuide insider. Get the latest from the automotive world first by subscribing to our newsletter here. Loading … The post 2023 Kia Niro Hands-On Preview: 5 Ways Kia Made it Bigger, More Stylish, and Kept the Best Parts appeared first on AutoGuide.com. Lees volledige artikel

HMG to invest more than USD 10 billion in US by 2025 to lead future mobility solutions Investment to support HMG global position as first mover in innovation and next-generation mobility... Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia is Among the Fastest OEMs to Reach the 10 Million Mark in America Continuing its rapid expansion, this month Kia America celebrates the sale of the 10 millionth Kia vehicle in the U.S. Since... Bekijk volledig artikel

The Kia EV9 will be Kia’s future all-electric full-size SUV, which is set to debut sometime in 2023. Now we have the very first picture of the EV9 prototype with production body for the first time thanks to our colleagues at ShortsCar. What we know so far? Starting from 2023, Kia plans to launch two […] The post Kia EV9 Prototype Spied Testing for the First Time appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Global tennis experience aimed at making tennis more accessible Launch event in Paris gives local children skills and equipment to empower a lifelong love for the game Kia ambassador Rafa Nadal... Bekijk volledig artikel

The Kia Telluride, with its rugged looks, huge cabin, and surprising levels of luxury, was a huge hit for the automaker when it arrived in 2019. This year, Kia is giving the three-row crossover an update that helps make it more capable and gives it more high-tech features as well as new off-road abilities. We got to check it out in-depth and up-close at the New York International Auto Show, and here are five things we think you’ll like to know about the 2023 Kia Telluride. Get a Quote on a New Kia Telluride X-Pro Off-Road For 2023, Telluride gets two new X versions, each one marking the spot for a different group of buyers. X-Line is the one that’s for buyers who want to look rugged. It has a different grille, 20-inch wheels, body-colour door handles, and unique roof rails. It does get some capability upgrades in the form of an extra 10mm (about half an inch) of ground clearance, and it does have a tow mode to help trailering performance. X-Pro is the one for buyers who want a more rugged vehicle. It has the same exterior trim changes but adds a 110-volt power outlet in the cargo area. It also increases max towing from 5,000 lbs to 5,500 lbs. The most useful feature for buyers who want to take their Telluride down rough roads, though, are the exclusive 18-inch wheels fitted with Continental Terrain Contact tires. SEE ALSO: Hyundai Palisade vs Kia Telluride Comparison The extra sidewall these tires offer should give you a much more compliant ride on dirt, gravel, or worse. The all-terrain tread design will also give you more grip when the surface isn’t paved, and are more resistant to punctures from rocks, branches, and other trail debris. It’s still not a rock crawler, but if you want to get down a logging road to a remote campsite or a twin-track path from the main road to the cottage, these tires and wheels should really help you out. We also love the gorgeous quilting on the seats in the X-Pro. It might not make the crossover more capable, but just look at it!! Bigger Screen A 10.3-inch screen in an SUV this size? The horrors! Kia is dropping that tiny display (how quickly we become accustomed to screens that match a TV from four decades ago) for a 12.3-inch navigation screen. The larger monitor uses the same underlying interface, so rather than making it look better, this one only makes it easier to see. Since none of us are getting any younger, a bigger map and larger text are greatly appreciated by all. Missing from the press release is the design that goes with the new screen. It’s now integrated into the same bezel as the dashboard, with the elegant new design curving around the driver. Kia has thinned down the dash vents to accommodate but kept the stylish wood trim. The small move makes the cabin look much more cohesive, and, importantly, much more premium than the price would suggest. Loading … The new screen will be accompanied by a new display mirror. Like we’ve seen before from GM and more recently Toyota, the rear view mirror flips from a conventional view to one that’s taken from a camera mounted in the rear of the Telluride. It lets you see behind the vehicle without having to look through passengers, cargo, and the body of the Telluride itself. Something Missing Hyundai’s refreshed for 2023 Palisade added one of the best features we’ve seen on any three-row crossover: Heated third-row seats (for the US, at least). Is Kia going to do the same? Nope. The biggest cabin in the class will do without that one hot feature. We can’t get too upset, because Hyundai is the only three-row SUV to offer it, but, still, wouldn’t you rather have the option? More Driver Assistance Knowing that we all spend most of our time in the car on our phones, Kia is making the job of driving less stressful with some improved and new driver assist features. Intelligent speed limit assist recognizes speed signs along the road and can tell you how fast you should be going. It can also limit Telluride’s speed based on those signs. Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control – Curve uses map data to know when you’re coming up on a bend in the road. It will slow the Telluride down if need be to help you make it around the corner. SEE ALSO: 2021 Kia Telluride Review: Living Up to the Hype Forward Collision Avoidance changes add steering input to avoid a head-on crash if you’re passing a car and provides steering assistance to help avoid a crash with a pedestrian, vehicle, or obstacle in your lane. The upgraded system also improves Highway Driving Assist, which can now help with lane changes as well as keep you centred in-lane. The New Nose The Telluride has a very solid look to its bodywork, and Kia ramped that up for 2023 with a new grille and headlights. It’s something every automaker is trying to do, make their crossovers (and everything else) look like it might take your lunch money by force. That unrestrained aggression, like an automotive version of an animated Disney villain, can seem overbearing and unnecessary in an age where stress levels are already high. Telluride still looks capable and ready for anything, but the aggression isn’t there. Like a mustachioed Nick Offerman in a flannel button-up or Mackenzie Davis’s Grace in the latest Terminator film. You’re left with no doubt about its capability, but you’re also not watching your back to make sure it isn’t kicking puppies when you’re not looking. We were already fans of the Kia Telluride, and for 2023 we think they’ve made a good package even better. Expect to see plenty of these showing up at soccer fields, school pickup zones, and grocery stores. Now we think you’ll see more of them at campgrounds and at trailheads thanks to the X-Pro package. Become an AutoGuide insider. 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Both Kia and Hyundai have recalled their first dedicated all-electric vehicles, the Kia EV6 and the Hyundai IONIQ 5. Customers started to receive an email from the manufacturer that explains the problem. South Korean carmakers most advanced electric vehicles used a new shift-by-wire system with a shifter control unit and electronic parking. As for the […] The post Recall: Hyundai IONIQ 5 & Kia EV6 Shift By Wire Software Update appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Hyundai & Kia announced that they will invest a total of 21 trillion won (16,5 billion dollars) in the electric vehicle sector in South Korea from now on to 2030. At the same time, the annual domestic electric vehicle production, which is expected to be 350,000 this year, will be significantly expanded to 1.44 million by […] The post Hyundai & Kia to Invest 21 Trillion Won in EVs appeared first on Korean Car Blog. Bekijk volledig artikel

Kia will establish its first manufacturing facility dedicated to producing electric Purpose Built Vehicles (PBVs) Kia’s foray into the PBV sector is a pivotal step outlined in the company’s Plan... Bekijk volledig artikel