Kia Motors America and B.R.A.K.E.S. Driving School Partner to Teach 10,000 Teens in 2018
Designed to teach teen drivers how to be conscientious behind the wheel with “hands-on-defensive driver training” and classroom lessons, B.R.A.K.E.S. (Be Responsible and Keep Everyone Safe) aims to reach 10,000 teen drivers and their parents this year. With Kia Motors America’s support, the sixth year running, the B.R.A.K.E.S. program will utilize Kia Souls, Rios, and […]
Kia Sportage and Forte Models Earn Best-Ever January Sales
2018 is looking pretty good so far for Kia Motors America, which revealed that its Sportage CUV and Forte models recorded unprecedented numbers for the month of January. 2017’s January saw Sportage sales reach 4,623 whereas 2018’s January revealed 5,712 Sportage models sold; 6,267 Forte models were sold in January 2017 and 6,688 were sold […]
U.S. News & World Report Names Kia Soul Best Compact Car for the Money
The Kia Soul has earned the distinction of “Best Compact Car for the Money” from U.S. News & World Report. The publication deemed the Kia Soul’s “class-leading initial quality” as one reason for it besting the competition. “The U.S. News & World Report rankings compare cars on the basis of safety, reliability and a consensus […]
Kia Motors Plans to Expand Car-Sharing Service in Europe
Kia Motors announced at the 2018 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) (now in full swing) of its plans for the future of mobility, which includes this year’s expansion of the automaker’s car-sharing service, WiBLE. Learn More: Kia ranked No.1 by J.D. Power Already gaining traction in Korea — it debuted last year — WiBLE is designed […]
2018 Kia Soul Overview
The Kia Soul is known for being a sporty, quirky vehicle that provides drivers with a nimble ride for city streets. The 2018 Soul is the fifth model year of the second generation and it arrives with just a few enhancements in the form of convenience and safety. While it’s certainly not know for high-end […]
IIHS Top Safety Pick Status Awarded to 2018 Kia Soul and Sportage
When equipped with high-intensity discharge (HID) headlights, the 2018 Kia Soul and 2018 Kia Sportage are worthy of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) top Safety Pick Plus (TSP+), the organization’s most impressive distinction. In addition to the highly advanced high-intensity discharge headlights, the 2018 Kia Soul and 2018 Kia Sportage had to garner […]
Kia Proceed Concept Boasts New Look for Automaker
Making its debut last month at the 2017 Frankfurt International Motor Show, the Kia Proceed Concept was not only a new vehicle reveal for the automaker, but also a debut of a new body type for Kia. According to Kia Global Motors Media, “The extended hot hatch sports a low roofline, muscular proportions and compact […]
Kia Soon to Release All-Electric 2018 Niro, Brand Set to Have 8 EVs by 2022
Kia has established its reputation for producing eco-friendly autos. Both Kia and its sister Hyundai are speeding toward the goal of having 31 green-car models in production by 2022. This would include plug-in hybrids, hybrids, hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles, and battery electrics. Hyundai and Kia claim that eight of the planned 31 autos will be all-electric. […]
Sales Spotlight: Kia Attains the Highest Quarterly Total for Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles in the Brand’s History
Kia Motors America has just achieved its best-ever quarterly total of 20,346 units, thanks to April, May, and June sales results. Year-to-date, Kia has seen 7.8% more pre-owned vehicle sales than it did last year. The Sedona, Sportage, Cadenza, and K900 had double digit increases in sales, compared to other Kia models. These figures put […]
Kia Stinger Runs a Gauntlet of Final Tests Before Release Later This Year
It’s been a busy summer for Kia. Not only has it been winning awards like the Top Safety Pick +, the Best Family Cars of 2017, and the 2017 IDEA bronze medal for its Telluride concept car, but the manufacturer has also been ramping up testing for its Stinger model. Set for an international release […]
2017 Kia Rio: A Price-Savvy Pick for Recent Grads
Although the Kia Soul frequently appears on lists for affordable, safe cars for recent graduates on the market for a new ride, the 2017 Kia Rio appears to be an even better option for this demographic. The 2017 Kia Rio comes in at a base price of $14,165. The 2017 Kia Rio is a great […]
Kia Launches Stinger Sports Sedan in Korea with a Super Sexy Pricetag
Good news if you live in Korea or have any aspirations of moving to Korea: you can buy the Kia Stinger sports sedan right now, and it’s priced to move. According to WardsAuto, the new Stinger launched in Kia’s home country earlier this month after a launch party at the Grand Intercontinental Parnas hotel in […]
KBB.com Names 2017 Kia Soul on Coolest Cars List
Since its inception in 2009, the Kia Soul has been a hit with drivers of all ages and backgrounds. With its funky exterior design and fun-to-drive reputation, the Soul has received numerous accolades, including “Best Compact Cars for Families” and “Best Compact Car for the Money” U.S. News & World Report, and a 5-star overall […]
Chevy Sonic Named a KBB.com “Coolest Car Under $18,000”
The Chevy Sonic may not strike you as the epitome of cool, but the editors at Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com seem to think it’s pretty happening—at least, considering its price point. KBB.com just included the 2017 Sonic on its list of the “10 Coolest Cars Under $18,000.” The recently refreshed model earned plaudits for its […]
Kia Returns as the Premier Sponsor for Mom 2.0 Summit in Orlando
For the third consecutive year, Kia Motors America is returning as the Premier Sponsor and Official Transportation Sponsor of the 2017 Mom 2.0 Summit, held in Orlando, Florida from May 10th through the 12th. The event celebrates a large collection of female entrepreneurs, bloggers, content creators, social media influencers, and marketers that are making strides […]
2017 Kia Rio Overview
The Kia Rio returns this year with minor changes to the sporty sedan, including new exterior colors and the exclusion of others. On the base LX trim, drivers can now choose red or black, while the Digital Yellow color has been discontinued this year. The trims have also been pared down to just two, removing […]
LeBron James Stars in New Kia K900 Commercial in Cleveland
For quite some time now, LeBron James has been a spokesman for Kia, appearing in multiple commercials throughout the years. The basketball superstar even went as far as convincing viewers that he truly does drive a Kia K900. As the official sponsor of the NBA, Kia recently released a new spot starring the Cleveland Cavaliers […]
The EV List: Every Mainstream Electric Car Available in America Right Now – Updated Once More
A while back, I read a little bit about the Chevy Volt, and thought to myself, “Wow! This electric car stuff is really awesome! I should really buy a Volt!” However, then I thought, “I wonder what other electric cars there are.” This is the result: A list of all the mainstream electric vehicles–that is, […]