NHTSA Expands Airbag Probe To 12.3 Million FCA, Honda, Toyota, Hyundai, Kia, and Mitsubishi Vehicles
Apr 23, 2019
The NHTSA said today that it is expanding a probe into potentially defective air bags to 12.3 million vehicles. More than just Takata ... Continue reading
NIRO EV NAMED CAR OF THE YEAR BY POPULAR MECHANICS
Apr 21, 2019
Performance, Practicality, Packaging—All Factors in Win “Amazing, Fantastic, Totally Normal Electric Car,” says revered magazine From road trips to running around, Niro EV impresses PM editors NEW YORK, April 18, 2019 — Kia Motors America (KMA) is pleased to announce that the Niro EV was selected “Car of the ... Continue reading
Limited Edition Stinger GTS Breaks Cover In New York with Dynamic AWD Tech, Racier Looks
Apr 21, 2019
Newly developed dynamic all-wheel drive system adds drift modeBright orange paint color and genuine carbon fiber parts enhance the GTS treatmentLimited productionSince its debut nearly two years ago, the Kia Stinger has quickly become a crowd favorite, and at the New York International Auto Show, Kia Motors America gav ... Continue reading
KIA HABANIRO CONCEPT HEATS UP NEW YORK
Apr 17, 2019
“The Everything Car” or ECEVBold, imaginative design and high-tech features combine to present the future of automotive interactionToday Kia Motors America (KMA) unveiled its vision of the future of electric vehicles and it’s hot. And spicy. The HabaNiro concept is a fully-electric, all-wheel drive, four-seat won ... Continue reading
Apr 7, 2019
This Weeks Can't Miss Automotive Stories: New Vehicle Sales Scoreboard; Takata Still Killing; Hyundai and Kia Fire Investigation; GM EV US Tax Break Halfed; Autonomous Vehicle News; Profitable Traffic Tickets; Ghosn Re Re Re Re Arrested (心室無収縮); German Car Co's Charges; Tariffs; Tesla Troubles (yet again); FC ... Continue reading
IIHS Cars For Teens - Updated Recommendations +VIDEO
Mar 31, 2019
IIHS tightens criteria for recommended used vehicles for teens ARLINGTON, Va. — The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety is applying more stringent criteria to its list of recommended used vehicles for teens, as recent safety improvements have percolated down to lower-cost used cars, SUVs, minivans and pickups. ... Continue reading
Kia Scores Triple Triumph at 2019 Red Dot Awards
Mar 25, 2019
Kia’s second consecutive design award hat-trick this year Latest triple victory increases Kia’s total to 24 Red Dot wins LONDON - March 25, 2019: Kia has triumphed again in the Red Dot Awards, securing three prestigious awards for design. Following the launch of the third-generation Kia Ceed, now on-sale across Eur ... Continue reading
KiA Ceed Crossover Sketches Released
Mar 20, 2019
March 20, 2019; From the very beginning of Ceed development 15 years ago, Kia has taken an open-minded approach to potential body styles. Many have been considered, and, in creating the new Ceed range, Kia’s European designers have been given the freedom to explore many different possibilities. ... Continue reading
2020 KIA TELLURIDE Close-up Look
Mar 19, 2019
Today the all-new 2020 Kia Telluride made its official on-road and off-road debut, beginning a new adventure for Kia with its biggest and boldest SUV ever. Largest Kia ever provides comfortable seating for up to eight passengers Potent 3.8-liter GDI V6 with 291 horsepower and 262 lb.-ft. of torque Powerful exterior des ... Continue reading
2019 Kia Forte EX Review By John Heilig
Mar 17, 2019
REVIEWED MODEL: 2019 Kia Forte EX Review; ENGINE: 2.0-liter 4 TRANSMISSION: IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission) HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 147 hp @ 6,200 rpm/132 lb.-ft. @ 4,500 rpm WHEELBASE: 106.3 in. ... Continue reading
Amazon Sells Kia EV Home Charging Equipment
Mar 17, 2019
Kia Motors America (KMA) began a new program with Amazon to provide plug-in vehicle customers with easy, one-stop shopping for a home charger and installation services using the same easy digital Amazon shopping experience they have come to love. Before they even bring home their new Soul EV, Niro EV1, Niro PHEV or Opt ... Continue reading
Mar 4, 2019
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
Mar 3, 2019
Every Sunday Larry Nutson, Executive Producer and Chicago Car Guy along with fellow senior editor Thom Cannell from The Auto Channel Michigan Bureau, give you The Auto Channel's ... Continue reading
KIA MOTORS AMERICA ANNOUNCES FEBRUARY 2019 SALES
Mar 1, 2019
Kia Motors America today announced February sales of 43,406 vehicles, up 6.7-percent over the same period last year. The month also saw the first retail deliveries of the all-new 2020 Telluride SUV which was designed in California and is assembled in West Point, Georgia 1. ... Continue reading
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