Kia pledges to become a 'Sustainable Mobility Solutions Provider' and unveils roadmap to achieve carbon neutrality by 2045
* Kia commits to achieving carbon neutrality throughout the company's value chain by 2045 * Kia model range to go fully electric in Europe by 2035, with key global markets to follow by 2040 * Pioneering partnership with 'The Ocean Cleanup' will explore innovative ways that industry can help...
Hyundai Motor Group announces the formation of Supernal to lead the Group's progress in Advanced Air Mobility
* Supernal, an evolution of the Group's Urban Air Mobility Division, is developing an eVTOL vehicle for 2028 entry-into-service and convening diverse stakeholders to responsibly shape the Advanced Air Mobility market * Supernal will use the Group's scaled manufacturing, and mobility technolog...
Kia global ambassador Rafael Nadal will increase use of electric vehicles with new EV6 crossover
* With the launch of the new EV6 crossover, Kia strengthens electrified mobility with the support of Kia Global Brand AmbassadorRafael Nadal * Nadal expresses support for EVs at a vehicle handover ceremony in his hometown Manacor, where he was given a customized EV6 * Kia's new fully electri...
Hyundai Motor Group Appoints Andrew Roberts as Vice President, Head of Global PR
* Roberts to lead the Group's global communications efforts and enhance brand awareness for Hyundai and Kia brands * The Group to strengthen global PR communications in support of the rapid transformation of Hyundai and Kia to become globally leading mobility solutions providers * Roberts, ...
Hyundai Motor Group Appoints Andrew Roberts as Vice President, Head of Global PR
* Roberts to lead the Group's global communications efforts and enhance brand awareness for Hyundai and Kia brands * The Group to strengthen global PR communications in support of the rapid transformation of Hyundai and Kia to become globally leading mobility solutions providers * Roberts, ...
Motional and Hyundai Motor Group Unveil the IONIQ 5 Robotaxi: Motional's Next-Generation Robotaxi
* The all-electric IONIQ 5-based robotaxi is Motional's first commercial vehicle and will be used in its fully driverless public ride-hail service starting in 2023 * The vehicle represents the product of unparalleled expertise and partnership between Motional and Hyundai Motor Group BOSTON, M...
Hyundai Motor Group Honorary Chairman Mong-Koo Chung Inducted Into Automotive Hall of Fame at Official Ceremony
* Honorary Chairman Chung becomes the first Korean to receive the accolade, industry's top honor * Chung recognized for being driving force behind the Group's success, and a steadfast champion of the auto industry and the Korean economy * Dedication to vehicle quality, global expansion of R&...
Kia EV6 redefines boundaries of electric mobility with inspiring design, exhilarating performance and innovative space
- EV6 is the symbol of Kia's new brand and the first BEV built on new dedicated EV platform - Choice of multiple zero-emissions powertrain configurations; over 510 kilometers from a single charge - 800V ultra-fast charging from 10 to 80 percent in just 18 minutes; 100 kilometers in less ...
Kia reveals new design philosophy and full images of EV6
- 'Opposites United' is Kia's design philosophy for all future vehicles - Philosophy formed of five pillars: Bold for Nature, Joy for Reason, Power to Progress, Technology for Life, and Tension for Serenity - EV6 exterior design characterized by high-tech details - Modern and spacious interi...
Kia starts pilot of last-mile delivery service in Singapore for future PBV business
* Kia to begin a breakthrough pilot project in last-mile delivery in Singapore in partnership with cold chain startup 'S.lab Asia Inc.' * Electric Purpose Built Vehicles (PBV) optimized for last-mile delivery services will help keepSingapore's city center clean * Kia will utilize Niro EV mod...
All-new Sorento wins 'Large SUV of the year' at 2021 What Car? Car Of The Year awards
* All-new Kia Sorento takes home the 'Large SUV of the Year' award * Sorento praised for its fuel economy, driving dynamics and well equipped interior * Sorento highly praised since launch in 2020 SEOUL, South Korea, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia's flagship SUV, the all-new Sorento, has ...
Kia unveils new logo and global brand slogan to ignite its bold transformation for the future
- Kia celebrates its new face and slogan, declaring the brand's future transformation - The new logo features 'symmetry', 'rhythm' and 'rising' elements that embody Kia's confidence and commitment to customers - Kia discloses new brand slogan: 'Movement that inspires' - Kia sets new Guinness Wo...
Kia Motors reveals new K5 and Carnival at Auto China 2020
* All-new K5 sedan combines striking new styling with driver-focused interior * Fourth-generation Carnival offers unrivalled space and comfort * Kia reveals new models as part of new brand direction in China * Interactive exhibits highlight Kia's focus on advanced R&D, cutting-edge technolo...
Kia takes home four prizes at the annual Russian Car of the Year awards
* COTY Russia is the most prestigious awards ceremony in the Russian market * Kia Picanto named 'Best City Car' for the fifth consecutive year * 3rd generation Kia Ceed tops 'Small middle class' category * All-new Kia Seltos wins in the 'Compact SUV' category * Kia Stinger takes home honor...
Kia Motors unveils the Sonet - an all-new smart urban compact SUV, made in India for the world
* Sonet offers first-in-class diesel six-speed automatic, alongside a wide choice of powertrains * Revolutionary intelligent manual transmission for fatigue-free driving * Developed ground-up to set new benchmarks in design, technology, dynamics and safety * Kia's latest made-in-India prod...
Fourth-generation Kia Carnival revealed
SEOUL, South Korea, June 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia Motors Corporation has revealed first images of the new Kia Carnival, the fourth generation of the brand's flagship minivan. Released in Korean specification, the new Kia Carnival – sold in many markets worldwide as the Kia Sedona – has been d...
Next-generation Kia Carnival to debut this summer
SEOUL, South Korea, June 18, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia Motors Corporation has hinted at the design of the brand's fourth-generation Carnival flagship minivan today. Released in Korean specification, the all-new Carnival – sold in many markets worldwide as the Kia Sedona – will appeal to progressiv...
Recycling More Heat: Hyundai and Kia Turn Up EV Efficiency with New Heat Pump Technology
* Hyundai and Kia's heat management innovation maximizes EV driving range in low temperatures * EV drivers can heat the cabin without a significant impact on electric driving range * Industry-leading heat pump technology originally introduced on first-generation Kia Soul EV in 2014 * Kona...
Kia Soul EV and Telluride win 2020 World Car Awards
* Kia Telluride SUV crowned World Car of the Year * Kia Soul EV electric crossover named World Urban Car SEOUL, South Korea, April 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia Motors Corporation has won big at the 2020 World Car Awards with the Telluride named 'World Car of the Year' and the Soul EV 'World Ur...