This concept render of the HAZUMI, leaked two weeks ago, was real deal Holyfield. So you remember last week when Autofilou posted a render of the HAZUMI Concept that was scheduled to debut at the Geneva Motor Show the following week? Remember how I made some tongue-in-cheek comment about the render likely not being official…
The Kia Trail’ster concept car won a 2015 GOOD DESIGN award, along with the 2016 Sorento and 2016 Optima Kia is quickly becoming one of the most fashionable car brands in the industry. Just last week, the 2016 Kia Sorento, 2016 Optima, and Soul-based Trail’ster concept car were all awarded 2015 GOOD DESIGN awards, highlighting…
Still from the ad “Memory Lane,” part of the new Subaru ad campaign for the 2015 Outback Subaru is plugging the new 2015 Subaru Outback with two television commercials, “Bison” (below) and “Memory Lane” (also below). Both are directed by Lost in Translation and Being John Malkovich cinematographer Lance Acord (with a name like “Acord,”…
The Soul EV could see a big upgrade in electric range next year 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…
Since 2014, the Kia Soul EV has been adding a whole lot of funk to the relatively stagnant electric vehicle segment. Now, it looks like the 2016 model is continuing this tradition—with a $2,000 price slash. Kia recently revealed a new entry-level version of the uniquely-styled EV, dubbing it the EV-e. This new model has…
The 2015 Kia Soul, named Best Hatchback for Families by U.S. News & World Report U.S. News & World Report has revealed its 2015 list of the “Best Cars for Families,” and Kia’s snagged two of the top spots. Both the 2015 Kia Soul and K900 were awarded as being the best family cars in…
The 2015 Kia Soul, which is too cool for school (just kidding, it made KBB’s 10 Best Back-to-School Cars, too!) For the fourth consecutive year, Kelley Blue Book has recognized the Soul as one of the coolest affordable cars on the market. Makes sense—nothing says “cool” like dancing, anthropomorphized hamsters. That one with the sunglasses…
Chevrolet recently kicked off a campaign called “Real People, Not Actors,” which involves zombies and terrifying killer clowns and a lot of other weird stuff that’s not really related to cars. Their latest ad in the ongoing marketing campaign, though, actually does address the issue of automobiles, by asking the aforementioned real people about their…
The 2015 Kia Soul EV After its successful launch in California late last year, Kia has announced that it will be expanding the Soul EV’s availability to five new states: Georgia, Texas, Oregon, Washington, and Hawaii. According to Kia, there are over 1,800 charging stations combined in these five states, giving them the necessary EV infrastructure….
The 2015 Jeep Renegade took home three of seven Top 10 Awards from KBB for FCA Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) is on a roll with awards lately. No, really. Most recently, four of the automaker’s models earned seven Top 10 awards from Kelley Blue Book (KBB). Specifically, the 2015 Jeep Renegade, 2015 Jeep Wrangler, 2015…
The Scion xB is a unique-looking compact vehicle that could be described as a hatchback, wagon, or small van. Its interior space makes it an ideal choice for families or people who travel a lot, while its exterior looks make it perfect for someone searching to stand out on the road. [wptab name=”What’s New”] The…
The US government is offering $4.5 billion to develop EV charging infrastructure Carmakers from around the world have gotten bitten by the “go green” bug, and it looks like it has taken a bite out of the United States government, too. The White House recently announced it will be offering up to $4.5 billion in…
A 2015 Kia Optima wheel Kia’s 2014 momentum has carried into the new year, with the Korean automaker posting best-ever January sales of 38,299 vehicles sold in America last month. That’s a 3.5% increase over January 2014, which was led by the Optima (9,394 units) and Soul (8,142). “Yahoo called Kia one of the ‘hottest…
At the end of last month, Kia announced that it would be unveiling an electric all-wheel drive (e-AWD) concept vehicle on February 12th at the Chicago Auto Show. The brand also gave us this teaser image of the vehicle’s front end: A teaser image of the electric AWD Kia concept that will be unveiled at…
The Kia Soul made headlines earlier this year when it was chosen to transport Pope Francis during his visit to Korea. According to a new list from Kelley Blue Book of the 10 Best Back-to-School cars, the Soul is a good fit for both the Supreme Leader of the Catholic Church, and a college student…
When it comes to unique styling, few cars can beat out the popular Kia Soul. For the 2016 model year, the Korean carmaker is bringing back the Soul with more features than ever before, which makes it a force to be reckoned with in the compact car segment. With plenty of ways to customize your…
If you are looking for a stylish car that is also eco-friendly, look no further than the 2016 Kia Soul EV. As the all-electric version of the Kia Soul, this EV offers the Soul’s funky styling with a zero emission powertrain. Offering a versatile interior, innovative electric motor, and affordable price, the 2016 Soul EV…
“I’m a Soul man,” say Edmunds.com users For the second consecutive year, the car-buying site Edmunds.com has placed the Kia Soul on its annual list of the website’s most popular vehicles. With over 18 million unique visitors each month, Edmunds.com is one of the most popular sites among car customers. The 2015 Most Popular on…
The 2015 Kia Soul While the Soul was completely redesigned for the 2014 model year, the 2015 Kia Soul will be fresh and innovative all on its own. (It is the Soul, after all.) The all-new 2015 Kia Soul will be offered in three trims: Base, Plus, and Exclaim. The Base package comes equipped with…
Road trips are an iconic American pastime. There’s no feeling better than rolling down your window as you drive down the sunny Californian coast or through the beautiful fall foliage of New England. To celebrate the American road trip, Kia has introduced six new concept cars at the 2015 SEMA Show. Each new model honors…
Kia announced today that the Soul picked up yet another trophy at the 13th annual Active Lifestyle Vehicle of the Year awards, which were recently held in Chandler, Arizona. For the fifth straight year, the Kia Soul was again named best in the urban category by a panel of local media and athletes. Additionally, the all-new…
Kia showcased seven models from its lineup at VidCon 2015 in Anaheim, California Image: Twitter At the annual VidCon in Anaheim, California, more than 20,000 attendees look to engage and connect while discussing digital video. This year, Kia was helping contribute to that conversation. As a presenting sponsor for the third year in a row,…
What’s New for the 2015 Ford Focus? The 2015 Ford Focus gets a few styling tweaks on the exterior and interior as well as a new SE Sport Package. 2015 Ford Focus Exterior The 2015 Ford Focus resembles a smaller Ford Fusion more than ever before, especially with the new Aston Martin-style grille. And that’s…
Last year, General Motors dominated the North American Car and Truck/Utility of the Year awards, decided by 50 journalists from the U.S. and Canada. The all-new Corvette Stingray took the high honors for the Car of the Year while the redesigned Silverado was lauded as the Truck of the Year. GM will, however, have a…
The 2016 Kia Soul is one of KBB.com’s 10 Coolest Cars Under $18,000 It’s more than official—the 2016 Kia Soul might be one of the coolest cars on the market. This funky urban commuter car has once again earned a spot on Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com 10 Coolest Cars Under $18,000. This is the fifth…
The 2015 Sonic was the only Chevy model included on this year’s list from KBB.com Photo: © General Motors Every year, Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com compiles a list of the “10 Coolest Cars Under $18,000.” This year, the 2015 Chevrolet Sonic was among those vehicles included on the list. Available in sedan and hatchback versions, the…
The 2015 Mazda MX-5 Miata 25th Anniversary Edition (soft-top and PRHT models) Eager to get your hands on the 2015 Mazda MX-5 Miata 25th Anniversary Edition? Well, today is your lucky day: Mazda has launched a microsite entirely for 25th Anniversary model preorders. From there, you can “get on the list” to be one of…
The 2015 Mazda MX-5 Miata 25th Anniversary Edition (soft-top and PRHT models) Eager to get your hands on the 2015 Mazda MX-5 Miata 25th Anniversary Edition? Well, today is your lucky day: Mazda has launched a microsite entirely for 25th Anniversary model preorders. From there, you can “get on the list” to be one of…
You know that feeling where you set something down and then ten minutes late you can’t remember where you left it? Ever done that with an entire car? In crowded parking lots across the world, there are poor, unfortunate souls wandering back and forth, swiveling their heads like prairie dogs, their hopes for finding their cars…
The 2015 Ford Mustang was unveiled this morning. This morning on Good Morning America, the world got their first look at the 2015 Ford Mustang. Okay, so strictly speaking, it wasn’t the first look: photos have been leaking in the media all week. But this first officially sanctioned look at the 2015 Mustang revealed everything…
Dan Aykroyd as Zombie Elwood Blues in Blues Brothers 2000, an unholy attempt at resurrecting a dead film property It’s always a bit depressing to watch the inexorable march of time turn once-hip Saturday Night Live stars into paunchy movie dads. As the first host of Weekend Update, 1975-era Chevy Chase was the country’s preeminent…
The 2014 Chicago Auto Show finally saw the long-awaited unveiling of the 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid just last week. But the Optima Hybrid was just one of three eco-friendly models that the hamster-loving brand revealed; Kia also showed off its Niro Concept and the 2015 Soul EV. Don’t be fooled: the Optima Hybrid isn’t just…
The 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe is heading into its eagerly anticipated fourth… The Chevrolet Trax is the brand’s compact urban-friendly crossover. It combines the… The 2019 Kia Soul is a great family vehicle with its unmistakable boxy… The 2019 XT4 is undoubtedly one of Cadillac’s most exciting model releases… The GMC Terrain just posted its best…
2015 Ford F-150 Ford came up big in J.D. Power’s 2015 US Automotive Performance, Execution, and Layout (APEAL) Study, taking home three awards in three separate segments. The C-MAX topped the Compact Multi-Purpose Vehicle segment, beating out the Kia Soul. The Ford F-150 was the champion of the Large Light-Duty Pickup class, topping the offerings…
If you’ve been feeling down because your “old” Kia doesn’t offer Apple… While some people have made (and in many cases, already broken) New… Another holiday season has come to a close, and so too has… There are a lot of automotive figures from 1991 that motorists would… To paraphrase Boyz II Men, it’s so…
The Kia Soul helped Kia earn record-breaking August sales August was the month of Kia Motors America. The South Korean carmaker recently reported best-ever August sales this past month, selling a total of 58,897 vehicles. This is a 7.7% increase compared to last year and is the fourth straight month of sales records for the…
A Lexus fit for a king/superhero When the first trailer for Avengers: Infinity War was finally released a few weeks back, it didn’t take long at all for it to become the most-viewed movie trailer in YouTube’s history. Fortunately, comic book fans have another upcoming entry in the Marvel Cinematic Universe to hold them over until Infinity War…
Recent EV models look very sharp, from the latest Chevrolet Volt to the sporty BMW i8. Charging them, however, requires special cables and plugs for the fastest possible charge, and some drivers might see those as unsightly additions to their garage. Nissan has decided to eliminate the cords and work toward a charging method that only…
As part of its Plan S strategy to introduce 11 dedicated EVs… The all-new 2021 Kia Sorento was revealed to the public late last… Quite possibly the most iconic place to be on New Year’s Eve… Following the introduction of the completely redesigned 2021 Sorento, Kia has unveiled… Reliability is a key characteristic drivers look…
It’s well known that Kia is the official automotive sponsor of the… If there was a yearbook for the automotive industry, we’re pretty sure… April showers brought more than just flowers in the month of May… Kia wants to make being a mother easier than ever, which is… The Kia brand has been picking up…
Mazda has been redesigning its vehicle lineup since the introduction of the CX-5 back in 2012, when it became the first Mazda to be decked out in KODO design and SKYACTIV tech. Since then, the Zoom Zoom brand has gradually remade its lineup, paring down weight and adding style to create a solid, good-looking line…
Even your 2014 Kia Soul can get it 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…
BMW Concept Gran Coupé, Head light Many automakers tout their fancily-named, run-of-the-mill design philosophy as if it’s their biggest selling point. Some even use their design approach as a red herring to produce and sell good-looking vehicles that don’t perform well at all. What about BMW? Does the Bavarian automaker have a design philosophy that’s…
For the last 20 years, the Kia lineup has changed in many… When Kia introduced the Rio to the U.S. in 2006, only a… The 2018 Kia Rio has moved the automaker’s number of highly-rated safety… In-vehicle infotainment technology can transform your drive from boring and something you… We’ve looked at the origins of vehicle…
Supermodel Bar Refaeli is the star of Buick’s new Happiness Body Shop video Photo: Buick via YouTube As part of its promotion for the 24 Hours of Happiness Test Drive program, Buick has released a video featuring supermodel Bar Refaeli to demonstrate how to incorporate yoga into your daily driving commute. The video is narrated by yoga…
The Mazda CX-5 has earned another Top Safety Pick Plus title from the… A new Mazda rumor is circulating, this time starting from Australia and,… Mazda North America has reported its July 2018 sales, and at the… Mazda has really been killing it in sales lately, with the past… Mazda has three crossovers in its lineup:…
A 2015 Kia Sorento is up for grabs in the #KiaVoiceFans Sweepstakes. Calling all fans of The Voice and family-friendly vehicles: the #KiaVoiceFans Sweepstakes is your chance to win an all-new 2015 Kia Sorento Limited. And the best part? You’ll get to interact with star artists from The Voice as you try to win. Captivating…
Mazda vehicles are famous for their sleek, sculpted styling — and thanks… If you’re an entrepreneur, you know that good branding can give your… It’s been about a decade since Mazda first teased the diesel-powered Mazda6,… Hot on the heels of the new SKYACTIV-X gasoline engine, Mazda is… The 2019 Mazda6 just earned the Top…
The Mazda CX-9 is the brand’s largest crossover, and in the past few years has gained the title of the brand’s flagship. It offers the most of Mazda’s crossover qualities, from its seven-passenger seating to its lavish and luxurious Signature trim. Meet the Family: Explore the whole Mazda crossover lineup [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New…
The Mazda3 is one of the most popular compact cars on the market—and for good reason. Available as either a 4-door sedan or a 5-door hatchback, the 2017 Mazda3 is the ideal car both for small families looking for a practical car, and for young professionals who want an exciting ride. No matter your wants…
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