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This Korean brand began selling cars in America in the early 90’s, and initially built very cheap and not well put together cars. Today, Kia has reinvented itself into a premium brand which sells very competitively priced cars. Models to watch: K9, Optima Hybrid
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Kia “Seriously Looking” at Launching a Sports Car: CEO
As Kia continues to enjoy continued growth, the Korean automaker’s CEO is looking ahead to the future and wants to launch a flagship sports car to continue pushing the brand forward.
Kia Justice League Concepts Unveiling at SEMA – Video
A couple of weeks ago, Kia debuted five Justice League concept models at the 2012 SEMA Show, and now the Korean automaker has released a video of the unveiling.
Hyundai, Kia Face $775M Lawsuit for False MPG Claims
A second lawsuit is now being brought against Hyundai and Kia for their incorrect mpg claims, seeking $775 million on behalf of 23 plaintiffs.
Hyundai, Kia Sued in US Over Incorrect MPG Claims
After admitting to incorrect fuel mileage claims on about 900,000 vehicles, Hyundai and Kia are now faced with a lawsuit that is seeking class-action status and unspecified damages.
Hyundai, Kia Resale Values to Weather Storm of Fuel Economy Blunder: Experts
Last week Hyundai and Kia made an embarrassing confession; they’ve been overstating the fuel efficiency of their vehicles for the past three years. This miscalculation includes most of the models in both of their lineups. To make things right the South Korean automakers are readjusting the numbers and reimbursing customers. That should help rebuild trust…
Hyundai, Kia Controversy Grows as Probe Continues
As webs meant to catch flies go, the Environmental Protection Agency‘s might soon look tattered and threadbare as its investigation expands to suggest Hyundai and Kia might not be the only brands fudging mpg claims.
Turbocharged Cars Don’t Live Up to Fuel-Economy Hype Says Consumer Reports
Vehicle quality was not the only thing making news when Consumer Reports unveiled the results of its latest reliability study in Detroit earlier this week. Amongst the issues highlighted by the consumer publication were real world fuel economy and forced induction engine technology.
Hyundai, Kia Admit to Selling No 40-MPG Models
After continued complaints by owners and consumer agencies, an audit by the Environmental Protection Agency has revealed that no Hyundai or Kia model achieves 40 mpg, a number often touted by the Korean automakers.
Hyundai, Kia Admit to Overstating Gas Mileage on Most Models
Korean automakers Hyundai and Kia have admitted to overstating fuel mileage claims on most of their models over the past three years, and are now paying back car owners for their embarrassing error.
Kia Debuts Justice League Concepts: 2012 SEMA Show
Kia has just unveiled five custom vehicles which take their inspiration from the DC Comics classic, the Justice League, at the 2012 SEMA Show.
Kia Cadenza Update Revealed with Quoris Styling
Kia has just unveiled official photos of the updated Cadenza, the sister car to the Hyundai Azera, and the little brother to the Kia Quoris.
Hyundai-Kia Developing Turbocharged V6 Engine
There’s a lot going on at Hyundai-Kia these days, especially in powertrain engineering. Never wanting to be behind the competition, the collaborative South Korean automakers have confirmed that they’re developing a new turbocharged V6.
Kia Performance Model Planned for 2013
Kia is ramping up for a busy year in 2013 with a slew of new models including the brand’s first ever performance car.
Hyundai, Kia to Offer More Turbo and Diesel Engines
Hyundai Motor Group, the parent company for Hyundai Motor Co. and Kia Motors Corp., has said that both Korean automakers will be bolstering their engine lineups with more turbocharged and diesel offerings in the near future.
Green Lantern-Themed Kia Soul Headed to SEMA
Kia is going on a little bit of a comic book binge at this year’s SEMA Show, or at least that’s what it seems like.
2013 Kia K7 Unveiled, Heading to US as Cadenza
At a recent event in South Korea, Kia unveiled its 2013 K7 model which is rumored to be heading to America as the Cadenza.
Flash Themed Kia Forte Koup Heading to 2012 SEMA Show
In a follow-up to the Batman-themed Kia Optima, the Korean automaker has teased its Flash-themed Kia Forte Koup that will be heading to the 2012 SEMA Show.
Batman Themed Kia Optima on Display
Kia is teaming up with legendary artist Jim Lee and RIDES magazine to bring eight customized vehicles representing characters from the Justice League comic books to promote DC Entertainment’s “We Can Be Heroes” campaign.
Six (Lame) Excuses Not to Buy a Hybrid
With an almost never ending list of myths and rumors, few vehicles are as misunderstood as the hybrid. Almost every review or video posted on AutoGuide.com about a hybrid car has at least one reader comment about how the battery will deteriorate beyond repair, or that once you get a hybrid, you’re not a true…
2014 Kia Soul Electric Planned
When the next-generation Kia Soul launches as early as next year, it will be available with an electric motor in place of a conventional gasoline engine.
2014 Kia Quoris Spotted in Canada
Kia‘s flagship sedan was spotted today in the wild at Kia’s Canadian HQ. In fact, we managed to get up close and personal with the Korean automakers Kia’s 7-series fighting luxury vehicle.
2013 Kia Carens, the New Rondo Debuts in Paris
The all-new 2013 Kia Carens MPV was revealed today on the 2012 Paris Motor Show floor, and it replaces the outgoing Kia Rondo that never quite caught on in America.
Ten Paris Motor Show Reveals Worth Remembering
It’s the time of year when automakers go on a wonderful vacation to Paris and show off the latest and greatest vehicles. The Paris Motor show is here, and there are quite a few vehicles that are slated to be revealed this year. Since the show comes around every-other year, some automakers use it as a…
2014 Kia Forte Detailed in New Videos
The 2014 Kia Forte made its official debut in late July, and now the Korean automaker has released a selection of videos on its next-generation global compact sedan.






