News By Topic: Kia

2021 Kia Niro EV Additional Technology and Features - Still 239 Mile Single Charge Range

Jun 4, 2021

2021 Niro EV Standard Rear Occupant Alert (door-logic based) Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (EX) Remote Start functionality allows for cabin preheating or cooling Niro EV expands the available DriveWise Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)2 including Leading Vehicle Departure Alert, Highway Driving Assist ... Continue reading

2022 Kia K5 Update Overview

Jun 2, 2021

Entering its second year, K5 offers a new GT-Line AWD Premium package with a panoramic sunroof, heated steering wheel, LED projection headlights and additional driver assistance features including Highway Driving Assist and Navigation Based Smart Cruise Control-Curve, designed to unleash the spirit of the everyday driv ... Continue reading

Kia America's Historic Run Accelerates With Third Straight Month Of Record Sales In May, 2021

Jun 2, 2021

Kia America today announced its third-successive best-ever monthly sales total of 80,298 units, surpassing the previous mark set in April, 2021. Four Kia nameplates – Forte, K5, Sportage and Carnival MPV – enjoyed their strongest months ever. ... Continue reading

2022 Kia Seltos Arrives with New Nightfall Edition

May 28, 2021

Since its February 2020 debut, Seltos has risen to be one of Kia's strongest sellers in a highly competitive segment. The 2022 Kia Seltos SUV arrives with more standard safety technology and brawny good looks with the new Turbo Nightfall Edition. 2022 Kia Seltos arrives with new Nightfall Edition Forward Collision Avoi ... Continue reading

Democrats Propose $12,500 Government “Clean Energy for America” Rich People Welfare Subsidy On Every EV Selling For Under $80,000

May 27, 2021

Reuters reported that The U.S. Senate Finance Committee advanced legislation on Wednesday that would boost electric vehicle tax credits to as much as $12,500 for EVs that are assembled by union workers in the United States. The bill would limit tax credits to vehicles with a retail price below $80,000 to qualify for th ... Continue reading

Letter From Europe; Kia Telluride Lovefest; Subaru Crosstrek, Cadillac CT5 And Fleeting Comments

May 25, 2021

Writing about Kia’s Telluride is an impossible task. It has had every award from all over the World. ... Continue reading

Official NHTSA Weekly Recall Summary March 24, 2021

May 24, 2021

The following may apply to one or more of your vehicles if your vehicle is listed below. Click on the NHTSA Recall ID Number below to read more about the safety issue and the reason for the recall. ... Continue reading

2022 KIA EV6 Wants To Charge You Up

May 18, 2021

Kia’s first dedicated EV signals the beginning of the brand’s transformative ‘Plan S’ electrification strategy New Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) underpins all-new CUV in rear-wheel drive or dual-motor all-wheel drive World’s first 800V multi-charging architecture enables ultra-fast DC charging capa ... Continue reading

WATCH LIVE: Kia Reveals New Electric EV6 Today From Times Square +VIDEO

May 18, 2021

Watch it all right here on The Auto Channel NEW YORK - May 18, 2021: This evening Kia Motors will be revealing an exciting new electric model right from Times Square. The broadcast begins at 8PM New York time, 5PM Los Angeles time. ... Continue reading

Autotrader Names 10 Great Under $25k Cars for Grads in 2021

May 17, 2021

this year's college graduates are in the market for a new vehicle as they launch into the world to forge their chosen path. Following the commemoration of the hard work they put in during the student years, young adults find themselves in need of their own car as they begin this next phase of life. ... Continue reading

EV Owners Real Geeks, J.D. Power Finds

May 5, 2021

Electric vehicle (EV) owners are more than twice as likely to use the manufacturer’s mobile app than owners of a vehicle with an internal combustion engine (ICE) According to the inaugural J.D. Power U.S. OEM EV App Benchmark Study,℠ released today, 41% of EV owners say they are using their brand’s smartphone app ... Continue reading

2021 Chicago Auto Show "Special Edition" Scheduled for July 15-19

May 4, 2021

May 4, 2021; Chicago Auto Show officials announced they received approval from state and city officials to host a special edition of the show July 15-19 at McCormick Place. The Chicago Auto Show will be one of the McCormick Place's first live, in-person events since the COVID-19 pandemic shutdown. ... Continue reading

Kia April 2021 Sales - Best Monthly Sales In Company History \

May 3, 2021

Two Kia nameplates – K5 and Forte – enjoyed their strongest month ever in April, powering Kia to a 121.3-percent increase over the same period last year. ... Continue reading

NHTSA Recall Summary May 3, 2021 (Official)

May 3, 2021

The following may apply to one or more of your vehicles if your vehicle is listed below. Click on the NHTSA Recall ID Number below to read more about the safety issue and the reason for the recall.To find out if your specific passenger vehicle is included in the recall, use our VIN Look-up Tool. ... Continue reading

Kelley Blue Book Helps Car Shoppers Navigate Electric Car Tax Credits

Apr 22, 2021

Electric cars undoubtedly are the wave of the future, and growth in the segment is on quite an upward trajectory. According to data from Cox Automotive, electrified vehicles accounted for 7.8% of the total Q1 2021 sales, up from 4.8% in the same period last year. ... Continue reading