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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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Automakers Betting on Linux for Future Infotainment Systems
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In order to attract buyers, car manufacturers have had to ramp up the amount of technology offered in their cars. Infotainment systems do a lot, like help navigate, set cabin temperature, adjust audio settings and more, but they tend to be a neat party trick, falling short in real-world use.
Top Ten Cars for Teens
USAA has compiled a list of the top ten cars for teens based on a recent survey where parents determined their most important factors when choosing a vehicle for their teenager. Those factors were reliability, a high safety rating and affordable auto insurance. At number 10 on the list of top 10 cars for teens…
Kia K9 Flagship Sedan Now on Sale in Korea
The Kia K9 is the Korean brands first venture into the luxury car segment, and it is now officially on sale in Korea.
April 2012 Sales Summary: Chrysler, Toyota and VW Gain While Ford and GM Drop
The April 2012 sales numbers were released today, and Chrysler and Toyota have the most to rejoice over, while Ford and General Motors need to do a little bit of catching up.
Kia K9 Interior Photos and TV Commercials Released
The Kia K9 will be the Korean brands first attempt at a true luxury car, and the first official interior pictures and TV commercials have been released by the company. The K9 is underpinned by the same chassis as the Hyundai Genesis and Equus, and will arrive in America driven by a 3.3L V6 rated at…
Kia K9 Design Explained by Peter Schreyer – Video
The Kia K9 will be the Korean automaker’s flagship luxury sedan, flaunting design lines from Peter Schreyer who has undoubtedly helped transform Kia’s modern day lineup. Schreyer, who is widely known for his design contributions to the Audi TT model, became the chief design officer at Kia Motors in 2006. Kia’s automobiles haven’t looked the…
Kia Rio Tops Consumer Reports List of Sub Compact Sedans
The Kia Rio EX got top honors in Consumer Reports’ latest tests in the sub-compact sedan category, besting the Hyundai Accent and the Chevrolet Sonic. Consumer Reports found the Kia Rio a solid and well-equipped car with nimble handling, simple controls and plenty of features for the price. Their test vehicle was a Kia Rio…
KIA and Hyundai Rated EPAs Most Efficient and Cleanest Automakers
Maybe we just wanted an excuse to show a photo of model Adriana Lima with a Kia, but the Korean automaker along with its bigger brother Hyundai have both just been rated as the EPA’s most efficient and cleanest automakers. The Environmental Protection Agency recently published their annual Light-Duty Automotive Technology, Carbon Dioxide Emissions and Fuel…
2013 Kia Sorento Officially Unveiled
No more spy photos necessary, Kia has officially revealed their facelifted 2013 Sorento to the world. The Korean automaker updated its Sorento for the 2013 model year, changing up the front end, body color accents, and adding 17-inch wheels to the SUV. The top-of-the-line SX model also gets itself a chrome exhaust tip, LED taillights, and larger…
Kia Celebrates 500,000th Car at Georgia Plant
Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia, Inc. (KMMG) celebrated the 500,000th vehicle being completed this morning. “Building 500,000 vehicles in just over two years is quite a milestone for our first U.S. manufacturing plant to accomplish,” said Byung Mo Ahn, group president and CEO for Kia Motors America and KMMG. “The commitment from each one of our…
Kia K9 Luxury Sedan Revealed: Geneva Motor Show Debut
Taking inspiration from the wild GT Concept, Kia has revealed the initial photos of its very first rear-drive luxury sedan. Based on the same platform that underpins both the Hyundai Genesis and Equus, the car will be called the K9, but is expected to receive a different name for markets outside its native Korea. No…
Kia K9 Revealed Caught on Video Driving
The Kia K9, code named the KH, is Kia’s sister car to the Hyundai Equus and Genesis, and will be the brand’s first attempt at an upscale rear wheel drive sedan. We get a full view of the K9 for the first time, out driving in what we assume is South Korea, instead of just spy photos. Calling…
Top 10 Reasons to Buy a Minivan
Thinking of putting down a minivan owner? You may want to think twice. Minivans are among the most useful vehicles on the road. Take a look at some of these reasons why owning a minivan can be a life-enriching experience. Everyone’s been in front of their car door or trunk, with the same dilemma. With…
Hyundai Won’t Build a Pickup but Kia Might
Also, Kia isn’t entirely a stranger to trucks, having unveiled a concept back in 2004 called the KC-4 Mojave.
2013 Kia Sorento Facelift Caught Testing – Spy Photos
On the market now for a few years, the Kia Sorento is due for a facelift and out photographers have snapped the first spy photos of the updated car testing in northern Europe. While the car continues to be covered in a great deal of camo, especially on the rear, the front shows new LED…
Hyundai and Kia Named in Hybrid Patent Lawsuit
As for the latest suit, Paice claims that it repeatedly tried to contact Hyundai as early as 2004, in order to discuss its patent Hybrid technology, but says that with the development of the Sonata Hybrid sedan, the automaker infringed upon three patents owned by Paice.
Kia Track’ster Birth Chronicled on Video
The Kia Track’ster was arguably the most interesting new vehicle at the Chicago Auto Show this year. Based on the Kia Soul, this compact racer has undeniable good looks. The Track’ster took nine months to design, but the end product is evidence of the designers efforts. This video walks through every step of the process…
2012 Kia Soul Red Rock Special Edition is Expensive
The Kia Soul Red Rock special edition draws its inspiration from the American Southwest rock formations that dominate the landscape. The package debuted at the 2011 New York auto show and has now made its way into a production model. The Red Rock will come in a model specific color known as Canyon, kind of…
Kia KH Teased as New Rear-Drive Luxury Sedan
Kia has at last confirmed it is planning a rear-drive luxury sedan, releasing several teaser images of what is code named the KH. Based on Hyundai’s rear-drive architecture, some reports indicate that it is in fact the stretched platform used by the larger Equus sedan, and not the mid-size Genesis. Set to launch later this…
Top 10 Cars to See at the Chicago Auto Show
Whether you’re heading to the Chicago Auto Show and want to know what to check out, or your trip is a bit more virtual, AutoGuide editors have compiled a list of the must-sees at this year’s event. Head into McCormick Place and hang a left. You can’t miss the all-new 2012 Porsche 911. It might…
Kia Brand Earns Kelley Blue Book Total Cost Of Ownership Best Buy
Figuring out a vehicle’s total cost of ownership before setting out to make the purchase can be very difficult. Luckily for us, Kelley Blue Book has conducted a cost of ownership study factoring insurance, maintenance, repairs and fuel expenses. According to KBB’s findings, pinchpenny shoppers stand to gain the biggest bang for their buck by choosing…
Kia K9 Luxury Sedan Spotted Winter Testing [Spy Photos]
Kia has been talking about a rear-wheel drive luxury sedan for a while, and now we’ve got the pictures to prove that they’re serious. Seen here is the Kia K9 undergoing some winter testing in northern Sweden. We can already see some cues from the Kia GT concept, like the full LED headlights. The K9…
2012 Kia Optima SX Limited Might be Brand’s First Luxury Car: 2012 Chicago Auto Show
If you were able to keep your eyes off of Adriana Lima to acknowledge that there was indeed a car in Kia‘s Super Bowl ad, then you should find this Optima SX Limited familiar. The top-of-the-line Limited Package for the 2012 Optima SX was made official today at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show. The fully-loaded…
Video – Kia Track’ster Concept First Look: 2012 Chicago Auto Show
You wouldn’t expect a Kia to be the star of an auto show. Then again, you probably wouldn’t expect a 250 hp, widebody Kia Soul. Unveiled at the Chicago Auto Show, the wildly modified Track’ster is just a concept… for now. Kia has announced that while it has no plans to bring this specific car…
