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Hyundai aims to be one of the world’s top three electric car manufacturers by 2030

The Hyundai Motor Group has presented investment plans to become one of the top 3 BEV manufacturers by 2030. To this end, the South Korean group wants to invest up to 24 trillion won (equivalent to around 16.6 billion euros) to increase production and exports.

Evgenii Ushakov

April 12, 2023, 1:39 p.m.
Swivel seats, the coolest feature of the Kia EV9, won't be available in the U.S. market

After a long wait, the Kia EV9 has finally reached the North American market. However, when it reaches US-based dealerships in the fourth quarter of 2023, customers may be disappointed to find one brilliant feature missing: the swivel seats that allows the second-row passengers to rotate 180 degrees and face the third row.

Evgenii Ushakov

April 7, 2023, 1:52 p.m.
Kia's First US-Made EV, 2024 EV9, Unveiled at New York Auto Show

Kia unveiled the all-electric 2024 EV9 SUV for the first time in North America at the 2023 New York International Auto Show. Targeted to go on sale in the U.S. in Q4 2023, and expected to be assembled in West Point, Georgia, starting in 2024.

Evgenii Ushakov

April 6, 2023, 2:36 p.m.
Kia revealed details of the EV9, its first three-row seat electric flagship SUV

Following a design preview two weeks ago, Kia has revealed more information about its all-new EV9 electric flagship SUV, including powertrain specifications, dimensions, and features.

Evgenii Ushakov

March 29, 2023, 11:24 a.m.
Kia EV9 EV gets a sibling called EV5 Concept

Kia has unveiled the EV5 compact crossover as a concept vehicle that features several significant portions of the EV9 but adds new and distinct styling cues to provide a glimpse into the manufacturer's future direction. The EV5 was introduced during the company's Chinese EV Day.

Evgenii Ushakov

March 21, 2023, 11:31 a.m.
Kia Unveils its First Three-Row Electric Flagship SUV, the EV9

Kia Corporation has taken the wraps off its first three-row electric flagship SUV, the Kia EV9, with striking designs inside and out. The EV9 embodies Kia's "Opposites United" design philosophy, which combines elements of nature and modernity to create a harmonious whole.

Evgenii Ushakov

March 15, 2023, 10:30 a.m.
Kia unveils teaser videos of upcoming all-electric SUV EV9 ahead of world premiere

Kia has released two teaser videos of its upcoming all-electric SUV, the EV9, ahead of its world premiere later this month. The SUV has the potential to compete with the premium Rivian R1S at a lower price and will be the second model under Kia's new "EV" series nomenclature, following the EV6 crossover.

Evgenii Ushakov

March 2, 2023, 11:33 a.m.
Kia Rio to Exit UK Market and Europe Later This Year Without a Replacement

Kia Motors have announced that the Rio supermini is set to exit the UK market, as well as most other European markets later this year. Not only will the fourth generation model cease production, but it will also not be receiving a direct replacement according to Autocar.

Evgenii Ushakov

Feb. 9, 2023, 11:47 a.m.
Acura Integra, Ford F-150 Lightning, and Kia EV6 named 2023 North American Car, Truck, and Utility of the Year Winners

The winners of the 2023 North American Car, Truck, and Utility of the Year (NACTOY) awards have been announced. The Acura Integra took home the award for Best Car, with the Ford F-150 Lightning being crowned Best Truck and the Kia EV6 named Best SUV.

Evgenii Ushakov

Jan. 15, 2023, 10:05 a.m.
Meet Niro EV Cargo Van: the Electric Delivery Vehicle for Your Business Needs

Kia has added a new variant of the electric Niro EV to its delivery vehicles lineup: the Kia Niro EV Cargo van.

Evgenii Ushakov

Jan. 5, 2023, 4:28 p.m.
Kia gives another look at the all-new EV9 electric SUV

Get ready for the all-new Kia EV9 electric SUV, coming in 2023! This three-row vehicle was first revealed as a concept at the 2021 Los Angeles Auto Show and now we can take an even closer peek into what it will look like when it hits production.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 28, 2022, 5:02 p.m.
Kia Stinger Tribute Edition revealed to mark the end of production

The Kia Stinger is officially approaching the end of its life cycle. The Tribute Edition serves as the last hurrah for the sporty grand tourer, which the South Korean automaker says will be indirectly replaced by the EV6 GT.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 21, 2022, 10:41 a.m.
People started googling "KN Car" after Kia adopted a new logo

After Kia Motors released their new logo, "KN Car" was trending on Google. Why? Because some people who saw the logo couldn't quite figure out what company it belonged to.

Evgenii Ushakov

Nov. 22, 2022, 10:17 a.m.
Kia Stinger is dead in the UK

Kia’s flagship sports sedan has been pulled from UK showrooms to make way for the high-performance EV6 GT electric car.

Evgenii Ushakov

Nov. 11, 2022, 11:48 a.m.
Kia donates a rugged Sportage X-Pro to help save sea turtles

The Kia Sportage will help Sea Turtle Inc. take care of the endangered sea turtle population. The modifications made to the Sportage were done with the help of experts who considered the sea turtles' habitats, natural landscape, and safety.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 29, 2022, 10:40 a.m.
Previously recalled 2008-2009 Kia Sportage recalled again over fire risk

A set of formerly recalled 2008-2009 Kia Sportage units is facing yet another recall due to the same potential danger: fire risk. The South Korean firm is urging owners to park outdoors and away from buildings.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 28, 2022, 3:59 p.m.
All Hyundai, Kia and Genesis models will get software updates over the air by 2025

By 2025, all Hyundai Motor Group models will offer enhanced performance and functionality through over-the-air (OTA) software updates that can be accessed anywhere in the world. This will keep all models up to date.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 12, 2022, 11:17 a.m.
Hyundai model owners susceptible to theft can now purchase a $170 security kit for protection

This year, hundreds of Hyundai and Kia vehicles have been stolen as a result of popular social media videos that show how easy it is to commandeer certain models that only use a traditional key. Without an engine immobilizer, these models are especially vulnerable to theft.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 3, 2022, 10:10 a.m.
Kia Sportage X-Pro rally car ready to compete in 2022 Rebelle Rally

Kia America is headed to the all-women Rebelle Rally for the third year in a row, this time with a 2023 Sportage X-Pro that has been modified to handle the harsh topography that makes up the 1,500-mile navigational challenge.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 29, 2022, 11:48 a.m.
Around 70,000 Kia Sorento and Sportage vehicles are being recalled over a circuit board that can catch fire

Kia America has issued a voluntary recall after it was found that there is a fire risk in its vehicles. The issue lies within the tow hitch harness module, which could catch fire while the vehicle is being driven or when the ignition is turned off.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 26, 2022, 4:05 p.m.

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