Kia Carnival

2024 CHICAGO AUTO SHOW CONTINUED STRONG PRESENCE FOR 116TH EDITION

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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CHICAGO, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2024 Chicago Auto Show came to a successful close on Monday, Feb. 19, after a 10-day run at McCormick Place.

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  • CHICAGO, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2024 Chicago Auto Show came to a successful close on Monday, Feb. 19, after a 10-day run at McCormick Place.
  • The 116th edition of the show welcomed nearly 260,000 guests to experience the latest cars, trucks and SUVs, automotive technology and electric vehicles.
  • Lucid and Tesla both made a first-time Chicago Auto Show debut and Mazda returned, courtesy of Napleton Auto Group.
  • "We're hopeful this was a one-year decision, and that Stellantis brands will return to the 2025 Chicago Auto Show," said 2024 Chicago Auto Show Chairman JC Phelan.

Redesigned for the modern family: The 2025 Kia Carnival to debut at the Canadian International Auto Show

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Monday, February 12, 2024
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This refreshed model strikes the balance of utility, purpose, and modern luxury, and with no detail overlooked, it will now become available in a hybrid powertrain.

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  • This refreshed model strikes the balance of utility, purpose, and modern luxury, and with no detail overlooked, it will now become available in a hybrid powertrain.
  • "The 2025 Carnival elevates the standard in its segment, emphasizing both function and luxuriousness in harmony," says David Sherrard, Director of Strategic Planning at Kia Canada.
  • The Carnival and Carnival Hybrid usher in a dynamic and eco-friendly option to the full-size family vehicle segment.
  • The gas version of the Carnival is expected to arrive in dealerships this Spring, and Carnival Hybrid arriving this summer.

Auction Direct USA Offers a Diverse Range of Used Kia Vehicles for Purchase

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Monday, December 18, 2023
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RALEIGH, N.C., Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Auction Direct USA, a trusted name in the pre-owned automotive industry in Raleigh, NC, proudly announces an extensive inventory of high-quality used Kia vehicles available for purchase. With a commitment to customer satisfaction, Auction Direct USA ensures a smooth buying experience with a stringent quality check process and hassle-free financing options.

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  • RALEIGH, N.C., Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Auction Direct USA, a trusted name in the pre-owned automotive industry in Raleigh, NC, proudly announces an extensive inventory of high-quality used Kia vehicles available for purchase.
  • With a commitment to customer satisfaction, Auction Direct USA ensures a smooth buying experience with a stringent quality check process and hassle-free financing options.
  • At Auction Direct USA, every pre-owned Kia undergoes a rigorous inspection process to meet the highest standards of quality and reliability.
  • Auction Direct USA offers various popular Kia models to suit different preferences and lifestyles.

KIA RECOGNIZED ACROSS MULTIPLE CATEGORIES IN 2023 NEWSWEEK AUTOS AWARDS

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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Kia received eight awards across numerous categories, including Best SUV Lineup and Most Innovative Vehicle Brand

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  • Kia received eight awards across numerous categories, including Best SUV Lineup and Most Innovative Vehicle Brand
    IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia America earned eight honors in the 2023 Newsweek Autos Awards.
  • The brand was recognized as the Most Innovative Vehicle Brand and for offering the Best SUV Lineup.
  • This is the third year for the Newsweek Autos Awards, highlighting the industry's best individual vehicle and brand categories.
  • Kia is recognized as one of the TIME100 Most Influential Companies of 2023.

Minivans don’t make the grade when it comes to rear-seat safety

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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None of the four minivans tested by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety earns an acceptable or good rating in the updated moderate overlap front crash test, which now emphasizes back seat safety.

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  • None of the four minivans tested by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety earns an acceptable or good rating in the updated moderate overlap front crash test, which now emphasizes back seat safety.
  • The Chrysler Pacifica, Kia Carnival and Toyota Sienna are rated marginal, while the Honda Odyssey is rated poor.
  • All but the Sienna also lack seat belt reminders for the second-row seats, as IIHS highlighted in February.
  • “Back seat safety is important for all vehicles, but it’s especially vital for those, like minivans, that customers are choosing specifically to transport their families,” said IIHS President David Harkey.

Quality Takes a Back Seat to Innovation as Problems Reach a Record High, J.D. Power Finds

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Thursday, June 22, 2023
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"The industry is at a major crossroad and the path each manufacturer chooses is paramount for its future.

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  • "The industry is at a major crossroad and the path each manufacturer chooses is paramount for its future.
  • The study is designed to provide manufacturers with information to facilitate the identification of problems and to drive product improvement.
  • While problems with driving experience are flat year over year, quality declines in all other categories.
  • Plant quality awards are based solely on defects and malfunctions and exclude design-related problems.

KIA VEHICLES RANKED HIGHEST ACROSS MULTIPLE CATEGORIES IN INAUGURAL "BEST AUTOS OF 2023" FROM MONEY MAGAZINE

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Friday, May 12, 2023
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IRVINE, Calif., May 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Seven Kia vehicles received the highest honors from the editors of Money in the magazine's inaugural "Best Autos of 2023" awards. The Carnival MPV, K5, Soul, Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Stinger, and Telluride each were named "Best Overall and Best Value" in their respective categories, and nine other Kia models were recognized as attribute winners. This is the first time that nearly every Kia model currently on sale was named to a single list of the automotive industry's top vehicles.

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  • Kia Vehicles Take 14 Attribute-Level Wins, Including Seven "Best Overall"
    IRVINE, Calif., May 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Seven Kia vehicles received the highest honors from the editors of Money in the magazine's inaugural "Best Autos of 2023" awards.
  • This is the first time that nearly every Kia model currently on sale was named to a single list of the automotive industry's top vehicles.
  • "Kia continues to deliver a lineup of the industry's best vehicles, driven by our goals to provide leading solutions in all segments," said Steven Center, COO & EVP, Kia America.
  • "By paying attention to the voice of the consumer, Kia has been able to develop desirable vehicles that offer unmatched value."

KIA AMERICA POSTS BEST-EVER FEBRUARY SALES

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023
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IRVINE, Calif., March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia America's record-breaking sales trajectory continued with best-ever February sales of 60,859.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia America's record-breaking sales trajectory continued with best-ever February sales of 60,859.
  • The milestone performance follows the best retail sales total in company history in 2022 and marks Kia's seventh consecutive monthly sales record.
  • "Kia's path to success continues with our second month of record-breaking sales in 2023, and the seventh straight record-breaking month overall," said Eric Watson, vice president, sales operations, Kia America.
  • In addition, two other Kia models – the 2023 Kia Carnival and the 2023 Sorento – were honored by the website.

KIA NIRO HEV NAMED BEST CAR OF 2023 BY CARS.COM

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Tuesday, February 7, 2023
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IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2023 Kia Niro HEV was named Cars.com's Best Car of 2023, beating four other vehicles for the top spot. The 2023 Kia Carnival was named Best Family Car of 2023. The 2023 Sorento was nominated for Best SUV of 2023, which is the outlet's newest award category.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2023 Kia Niro HEV was named Cars.com's Best Car of 2023, beating four other vehicles for the top spot.
  • The 2023 Kia Carnival was named Best Family Car of 2023.
  • "We are proud to receive Cars.com's Best Car of 2023 award for the Niro HEV, one of three electrified powertrains offered in the Niro product lineup," said Steven Center, COO & EVP, Kia America.
  • The awards program includes six different categories: Best Car, Best SUV, Best Pickup Truck, Best Family Car, Best Luxury Car and Best Electric Vehicle.

Economy/Range Satisfaction Gap Closes Between Gas-Powered Vehicles and Electric Vehicles Thanks to High Gas Prices, J.D. Power Finds

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Thursday, July 21, 2022
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Satisfaction with fuel economy/range is typically stronger among owners of gas-powered vehicles than satisfaction with range/charging speed among owners of battery-electric vehicles (BEVs).

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  • Satisfaction with fuel economy/range is typically stronger among owners of gas-powered vehicles than satisfaction with range/charging speed among owners of battery-electric vehicles (BEVs).
  • "The study was fielded as fuel prices were experiencing a meteoric rise, and that pinch at the pump is conveyed in lower vehicle satisfaction.
  • Power U.S. Tech Experience Index (TXI) StudySM by measuring owners' emotional attachment and level of excitement with their new vehicle.
  • Electrified vehicles are not as appealing as gas vehicles: Hybrid vehicles and plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) have lower composite APEAL Index scores than conventional gasoline-powered vehicles.