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KIA AMERICA ANNOUNCES 2025 K5 PRICING

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Friday, April 12, 2024
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The 2025 Kia K5 is expected to arrive at Kia dealerships in the second quarter of 2024.

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  • The 2025 Kia K5 is expected to arrive at Kia dealerships in the second quarter of 2024.
  • Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia America continues to top automotive quality surveys and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands.
  • 3 Kia Digital Key requires an eligible Kia Connect subscription and a compatible smart device with an active data plan.
  • Kia Connect subscription is required and Kia Connect terms and conditions apply.

2024 KIA TELLURIDE EARNS IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK PLUS AWARD; SPORTAGE RECEIVES IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK DESIGNATION

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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Telluride secures highest honor from IIHS for second consecutive year, maintaining TSP+ designation earned in 2023

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  • Telluride secures highest honor from IIHS for second consecutive year, maintaining TSP+ designation earned in 2023
    IRVINE, Calif., March 6, 2024 /CNW/ - The 2024 Kia Telluride has achieved the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's (IIHS) TOP SAFETY PICK+ (TSP+) rating, while the 2024 Sportage earned the TOP SAFETY PICK (TSP) rating.
  • According to the IIHS, the two SUVs were deemed as "offering the highest level of protection for both vehicle and occupants and vulnerable road users."
  • "Safety remains one of our top priorities and we're dedicated to driving continuous advancements in this critical area every day as we proved with 2024 Telluride!"
  • The 2024 Sportage continues to deliver a diverse lineup, which include the Sportage HEV and Sportage PHEV models.

One Person Injured in 18-Wheeler Accident on I-45 in Freestone County

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Monday, January 29, 2024
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FREESTONE COUNTY, Texas, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Grossman Law Offices, with its principal office in Dallas, TX, is reporting on a recent tractor-trailer accident that occurred on January 3, 2024, at approximately 4:45 a.m. along Interstate 45 in Freestone County, TX.

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  • FREESTONE COUNTY, Texas, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Grossman Law Offices, with its principal office in Dallas, TX, is reporting on a recent tractor-trailer accident that occurred on January 3, 2024, at approximately 4:45 a.m. along Interstate 45 in Freestone County, TX.
  • Details About the Freestone County 18-Wheeler Accident:
    John Perkins Jr. was driving a Kia Sportage along the northbound lanes of Interstate 45 north of Buffalo, when the accident occurred.
  • After colliding with the trailer of the first tractor-trailer, the Kia hit a second 18-wheeler that was in the right lane.
  • As a result of the accident, Perkins sustained serious injuries and was promptly transported to receive medical attention.

U.S. News Unveils the 2024 Best Cars for the Money Awards

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Thursday, January 18, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in rankings and consumer advice, today announced the 2024 Best Cars for the Money awards. Covering 11 automotive categories – including the inaugural Best Plug-In Hybrid SUV for the Money – the awards highlight cars, SUVs and minivans that provide consumers with the best combination of quality and value.

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  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in rankings and consumer advice, today announced the 2024 Best Cars for the Money awards .
  • Covering 11 automotive categories – including the inaugural Best Plug-In Hybrid SUV for the Money – the awards highlight cars, SUVs and minivans that provide consumers with the best combination of quality and value.
  • "We're proud to include plug-in hybrid SUVs for the first time, with the 2024 Kia Sportage PHEV securing the Best Plug-In Hybrid SUV for the Money award," Opsitnik added.
  • Honda and Kia each won four Best Car for the Money awards across multiple categories.

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

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Monday, January 15, 2024
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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.

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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.

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 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.

2024 KIA SPORTAGE EARNS IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ AWARD

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2024 Kia Sportage has been awarded the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS) 2023 TOP SAFETY PICK+ (TSP+) rating.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2024 Kia Sportage has been awarded the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS) 2023 TOP SAFETY PICK+ (TSP+) rating.
  • Under the more stringent requirements, the 2024 Sportage earned a "good" rating in all four of the crashworthiness evaluations and qualified for the high-tier award thanks to the standard LED projection headlamps it received for the 2024 model year.
  • "Kia's longest running nameplate continues to improve and deliver for today's savvy and adventurous compact SUV buyers," said Steven Center, COO and EVP, Kia America.
  • The roof strength, head restraint and vehicle-to-vehicle front crash prevention evaluations are no longer part of the award criteria.

ALL-ELECTRIC KIA EV9 NAMED TO POPULAR SCIENCE "50 GREATEST INNOVATIONS OF 2023"

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023
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IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The all-electric 2024 Kia EV9 has been named to Popular Science's "2023 Best of What's New" Awards. The publication's editorial team recognized the three-row EV9 SUV for its inventive use of interior materials, noting "Kia's new EV9 may be an impressive-looking electric vehicle, but what's inside may be even more important." This is the first year that a Kia vehicle has been named to Popular Science's annual rankings of the year's "Greatest Innovations."

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  • IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The all-electric 2024 Kia EV9 has been named to Popular Science's "2023 Best of What's New" Awards.
  • This is the first year that a Kia vehicle has been named to Popular Science's annual rankings of the year's "Greatest Innovations."
  • This accolade from Popular Science boldly underscores what a game changer the EV9 really is."
  • "Since 1988, Popular Science has proudly celebrated the groundbreaking innovations changing our world.