2014 Kia Sportage Recall for Incorrect Tire Pressure Label
Kia has voluntarily recalled nearly 12,000 of its 2014 model year Kia Sportages due to incorrect labeling regarding the vehicle’s correct tire pressure. In total, the 2014 Kia Sportage recall affects 11,961 Sportages manufactured between September 30, 2013, through January 11, 2014. Apparently, the automaker’s best-selling compact crossover has a sticker located on the driver’s […]
2014 Kia Sportage Overview
2014 Kia Sportage Exterior The 2014 Kia Sportage benefits from a recent redesign that has its exterior styling among the freshest in its class. Sleek, aerodynamic lines create a feeling that the 2014 Sportage is always in motion, while standard 17-inch alloy wheels deliver an athletic stance and imposing on-road presence. 2014 Kia Sportage Performance […]
AMCI Global Names Kia a Most Trusted Automotive Brand for 2018
Again, Kia has been singled out for its credibility. As a repeat AMCI Global-recognized most trusted non-luxury automotive brand, Kia exemplifies the importance of customer loyalty. “For both years of our study, Kia dealers have earned very high levels of trust from their customers,” noted Ian Beavis, chief strategy officer, AMCI Global. “This, combined […]
Kia to Debut Hydrogen Car
Rumor has it that 2021 is the year for Kia’s hydrogen model
It might feel so long ago that discussion and speculation started. But it was only a few years ago, around 2014, that Kia and a new hydrogen fuel cell car shared space in the same sentence, discussion, blog post, news article, etc. And today rumor has it that Kia will debut its eagerly anticipated hydrogen […]
Revamped Kia Soul EV Gets Facelift, Possible Boost in Range
Kia doesn’t want you to feel like you have to give up funky style if you want to go green. That’s why it’s possibly making some big improvements to its electric Soul model that is sure to turn heads—and keep you as eco-friendly as possible. Get the Best of the Best: Find out why the […]
Kia Adds Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Support to Older Models
If you’ve been feeling down because your “old” Kia doesn’t offer Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, fret no more. These days, the technology has become as ubiquitous as air conditioning and cruise control (though some base model cars don’t even offer the latter if you can believe it) and Kia certainly doesn’t want its customers […]
Kia Motors Extends Partnership Contract with England Women’s Cricket
Kia Motors is making a splash in the world of English women’s cricket. The carmaker recently renewed its partnership with the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB). This new contract will last another two years, until May 2018, and comes after Kia became the first-ever standalone sponsor of women’s crick in the nation two years […]
Kia Posts Best-Ever October Sales Numbers
Halloween certainly didn’t trick Kia this year. The Korean carmaker recently posted its October sales, and they were definitely a treat. Kia posted a 12% sales increase compared to October of last year, selling a total of 50,044 compared to October 2014’s 44,694.This is Kia’s sixth straight month of setting a new sales record. “Kia […]
Kia K900 Named Top Overall Vehicle in AutoPacific Survey
Finding a car that will leave you feeling satisfied can be difficult some times. If you don’t want to experience buyer’s remorse after you purchase your car, then it’s likely you should pay attention to the AutoPacific 2015 New Vehicle Satisfaction Survey. According to this survey, if you want a car that makes you happy, […]
Kia Motors Korean Exports Hit 15 Million Unit Milestone
Kia has come a long way since its first export in 1975. The Korean carmaker recently announced that it expects the number of exports from its South Korean factories to reach a 15 million unit milestone this month, showing how popular the Kia brand has become around the world. Leading the export milestone is the […]
Kia Brand Launches in Mexico
Today Kia Motors Corporation officially launched the Kia brand in Mexico, kicking things off with a ceremony held in Mexico City. It was announced at the event that KMA will begin retail sales at 21 dealerships in 10 major Mexican cities next month, on July 1, 2015. By January 2016, Kia says it expects an […]
Kia’s April Sales Fueled by Crossovers and Minivans
Kia Motors America has announced April 2015 sales figures, with last month’s units sold totaling 53,282 vehicles. That number represents the second-best April total in the Korean automaker’s history, and an overall 4.1% sales increase in year-to-date sales. All but three of the vehicles in Kia’s lineup were actually down last month in comparison to […]
Kia Entering Mexican Auto Market in July
South Korea’s Kia Motors will soon have a presence south of the border, once the automaker begins selling cars in Mexico this July. Kia will be entering the Mexican auto market in advance of its first manufacturing plant in the country, which should begin production in the first half of 2016. Kia plans to bring […]
Kia Donating $75,000 to Fund Hispanic Student Scholarships
Kia Motors America has announced that it is donating $75,000 to the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) to provide 16 scholarships of $4,000 each to eligible Hispanic students at HACU-member schools. Over 400 institutions committed to Hispanic higher education success are members of HACU, which was established in 1986. “Kia is committed to […]
February Kia Sales: King James Down, James Bond Up
February sales figures for Kia Motors America have been released, with the Korean automaker reporting total sales of 44,030 vehicles last month. That number represents a 6.8% increase over the same period last year. Kia’s sales continue to be powered primarily by the Optima (11,584 units sold), the Soul (9,965), and the new 2016 Sorento […]
Kia October Sales Set New Record for Brand
Yesterday the Kia October sales report was announced, providing the Korean automaker with some much-needed good news after the massive fine it received from the US government for overstating the fuel economy of its vehicles. Last month, Kia Motors America had record October sales of 44,694 units; an increase of almost 5,000 units over last year’s October […]
New Kia Hybrid Crossover Coming in 2016
In an effort to compete with Toyota’s stable of Prii and other hybrid vehicles, a Kia hybrid crossover will reportedly hit the auto market in mid-2016. The new vehicle will take its exterior styling cues from the 2012 Kia Niro concept, while its interior will be inspired by the upcoming 2016 Optima. With a length […]
[PHOTOS] Introducing the 2015 Kia Sportage
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The 2015 Kia Sportage will carry over a number of features added last year, features that helped the Sportage earn its second consecutive top ranking (tied) in the small CUV category in J.D. Power’s Initial Quality Study. Still, the model also sees a slew of updates that allow for stellar performance and attractive styling. The […]