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Kia honored with dual accolades at 2024 Newsweek World's Greatest Auto Disruptors Awards

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Thursday, March 28, 2024

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NEW YORK, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia is celebrating victory in two key categories at this year's Newsweek World's Greatest Auto Disruptors Awards, with the all-electric EV9 winning 'Research and Development Disruptor of the Year' and its Head of Kia Global Design, Executive Vice President Karim Habib, named 'Design Disruptor of the Year'.

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Announced during an event at Newsweek HQ in New York, the World's Greatest Auto Disruptors Awards recognize those driving fundamental, transformative change with measurable real-world results.
A central figure in Kia's success since his arrival in 2019, EVP Karim Habib is the driving force behind the brand's award-winning Opposites United design philosophy.
At Kia, an innovative and forward-thinking mindset is an intrinsic quality, essential for providing relevant and meaningful products and experiences.
Heuiwon Yang, President and Head of Kia R&D Division, said: "Kia R&D is driven by process, but not limited by it.

Kia honored with dual accolades at 2024 Newsweek World's Greatest Auto Disruptors Awards

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Thursday, March 28, 2024

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NEW YORK, March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia is celebrating victory in two key categories at this year's Newsweek World's Greatest Auto Disruptors Awards, with the all-electric EV9 winning 'Research and Development Disruptor of the Year' and its Head of Kia Global Design, Executive Vice President Karim Habib, named 'Design Disruptor of the Year'.

Key Points:

Announced during an event at Newsweek HQ in New York, the World's Greatest Auto Disruptors Awards recognize those driving fundamental, transformative change with measurable real-world results.
A central figure in Kia's success since his arrival in 2019, EVP Karim Habib is the driving force behind the brand's award-winning Opposites United design philosophy.
At Kia, an innovative and forward-thinking mindset is an intrinsic quality, essential for providing relevant and meaningful products and experiences.
Heuiwon Yang, President and Head of Kia R&D Division, said: "Kia R&D is driven by process, but not limited by it.

2025 KIA CARNIVAL MPV REDEFINED: ELEVATING MULTI-PURPOSE APPEAL WITH HYBRID POWER, SOPHISTICATED DESIGN ENHANCEMENTS AND ALLURING NEXT-GEN TECH

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

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Brimming with Kia's next-generation of connected car technology, the Carnival steps into the digital age with connectivity and convenience at its core.

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Brimming with Kia's next-generation of connected car technology, the Carnival steps into the digital age with connectivity and convenience at its core.
Embracing the distinctive "Opposites United" design language, the Carnival confidently embodies a modern and bold appearance befitting of an SUV.
An available wide and contoured skid plate contrasts against the black cladding on the lower rear fascia completes the exterior redesign.
2 Kia Digital Key requires an eligible Kia Connect subscription and a compatible smart device with an active data plan.

A surprising result for the Kia EV6 GT-Line RWD in AMCI Testing's latest MP6® Real World, Fast-Charge Test

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Thursday, January 25, 2024

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LOS ANGELES, Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As evidenced by the amount of charging speed conversation at CES, AMCI Testing's new MP6® testing standard continues to yield valuable, and often surprising, real-world results and the industry is starting to take notice. Why? While price and charging infrastructure have been capturing headlines, charging speed is becoming an issue as the market becomes more mainstream. The mainstream market will depend more on public charging, and nobody wants to spend one more minute than they must at a charger, particularly during a Chicago winter! MP6® approximates the average ICE vehicles' 6-minute fueling time.

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While price and charging infrastructure have been capturing headlines, charging speed is becoming an issue as the market becomes more mainstream.
"Kia, unlike some other OEMs, has not shied away from maintaining their huge commitment and technical innovation in the creation of their EV platforms," said David Stokols, CEO of AMCI Testing's parent company, AMCI Global.
"Revealing all the complexities and engineering trade-offs inherent in EV design, in the MP6® charge-test interval, EV6 only placed mid-pack despite being a leader in EV."
AMCI Testing MP6® Leaderboard Results:

Kia Canada set to unveil the refreshed 2024 Sorento at the Montreal International Auto Show

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Monday, January 15, 2024

TORONTO, Jan. 15, 2024 /CNW/ - The 2024 Kia Sorento will be making its debut at the Montreal International Auto Show with a bold exterior redesign, an up-scaled interior and next-generation technology.

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TORONTO, Jan. 15, 2024 /CNW/ - The 2024 Kia Sorento will be making its debut at the Montreal International Auto Show with a bold exterior redesign, an up-scaled interior and next-generation technology.
The rear of the 2024 Kia Sorento has been refreshed to incorporate Kia's sophisticated design philosophy.
As first seen in Kia's flagship vehicle, the 2024 EV9, the 2024 Sorento features Kia's next-generation, ultramodern Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC) operating system.
The 2024 Kia Sorento is now in production and ready for ordering at dealers across Canada and will be on display at the Montreal International Autoshow Jan 19th – 28th, 2024 for the first time in Canada.

KIA AMERICA REPORTS ALL-TIME BEST ANNUAL SALES

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024

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IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- December sales of 60,275 units capped the best-ever fourth quarter for fast-growing Kia America and wrapped the greatest annual performance in company history. Kia's 2023 total of 782,451 units was up 13-percent year-over-year and 12-percent over the previous record set in 2021. In addition, the brand set an all-time record with 725,817 units sold through Kia dealers nationwide.

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- Six models achieve all-time high sales, contributing to seven consecutive years of growth in retail sales excluding fleet transactions
- SUV and utility lineup record a 16-percent growth in sales, accounting for 72-percent of sales total
IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- December sales of 60,275 units capped the best-ever fourth quarter for fast-growing Kia America and wrapped the greatest annual performance in company history.
Our rugged SUVs and innovative EVs are our greatest strength, and demand across the Kia lineup reached all-time highs in 2023," said Seungkyu (Sean) Yoon, president and CEO, Kia North America and Kia America.
Six Kia models set all-time annual sales records in 2023, including: Carnival (+93-percent); Niro (+26-percent); Seltos (+17-percent); Sportage (+12-percent); Telluride (+11-percent); and Forte (+7-percent).
In addition to the monthly sales performance, Kia America announced several initiatives, including:
Orlando's premier downtown sports and entertainment destination – and home of the National Basketball Association's Orlando Magic – was renamed the Kia Center.

Kia Canada sets historic annual sales record before year-end

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

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Top sellers in 2023 include Seltos, Sportage and Forte

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Top sellers in 2023 include Seltos, Sportage and Forte
TORONTO, Nov. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kia has just surpassed its all-time sales record of 79,199 units delivered in 2023, beating its previous sales record in Canada before year-end and putting sales up 26.1% over this time last year.
The most popular models hold strong as the Kia Seltos with 17,886 units sold to date, followed by Sportage at 14,653 and Forte at 10,356, respectively, marking YTD best-ever as well for all three models.
Kia Canada’s EV sales are also hitting a best-ever milestone, with a YTD increase of 193.1% across its electric vehicle lineup with the Niro EV at 3,885 units sold YTD and EV6 at 2,678 units YTD, nearly tripling EV sales in 2022.
“The Kia brand has evolved and grown tremendously, and this year has solidified that consumers are taking notice,” says Elias El-Achhab, VP and COO of Kia Canada.

ORLANDO'S PREMIER DOWNTOWN SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT DESTINATION TO BE RENAMED KIA CENTER

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Orlando's premier downtown sports and entertainment destination – and home of the National Basketball Association's Orlando Magic – will be renamed the Kia Center.

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ORLANDO, Fla., Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Orlando's premier downtown sports and entertainment destination – and home of the National Basketball Association's Orlando Magic – will be renamed the Kia Center.
Orlando's premier downtown sports and entertainment destination has been renamed the Kia Center.
The Kia Center naming rights announcement in Orlando coincides with the historic launch of the automotive industry's first mainstream 3-row, all-electric SUV – the Kia EV9.
The Kia Center in Orlando complements the Kia Forum in Los Angeles, stretching Kia's association with first-class entertainment from coast-to-coast.

KIA TAKES HOME THREE 2024 CONSUMER GUIDE AUTOMOTIVE BEST BUY AWARDS

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

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IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia America took home three 2024 Consumer Guide Automotive Best Buy awards for the EV6, Telluride and Soul models. This marks the tenth consecutive year that Soul was honored in the subcompact crossover category and the second consecutive year the all-electric EV6 won a Best Buy award in the compact crossover category. Telluride was named a 2024 Best Buy in the midsize crossover category after having first appeared on the list in 2021.

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Tenth consecutive year Soul makes the list; marks the longest running streak for a subcompact crossover
IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia America took home three 2024 Consumer Guide Automotive Best Buy awards for the EV6, Telluride and Soul models.
Telluride was named a 2024 Best Buy in the midsize crossover category after having first appeared on the list in 2021.
"Kia is undergoing a total transformation and its continued recognition by the Consumer Guide Automotive Best Buy Awards is further proof that the Kia brand is an established leader in mobility."
The three Kia models included among the 2024 Consumer Guide Automotive Best Buy award winners were each recognized for the various attributes they bring to their respective categories.

Kia to Announce Future PBV Vision and Model Lineup at CES 2024

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

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The brand is set to introduce its future PBV product lineup and business vision, along with physically showcasing several PBV concept models.

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The brand is set to introduce its future PBV product lineup and business vision, along with physically showcasing several PBV concept models.
Kia PBV is a 'Total Mobility Solution' combining fit-for-purpose EVs with advanced software solutions that will open the door to new businesses and lifestyles.
Kia will also operate an indoor PBV exhibition in the LVCC West Hall and an outdoor EV exhibition in the LVCC Central Plaza between January 9 - 12.
Kia's CES 2024 press conference will be held at Mandalay Bay at 3pm (PST) on Monday, January 8 and will be livestreamed on worldwide.kia.com.