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‘Boundless for all’: Kia presents vision for future mobility at CES Asia 2018

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Kia Motors exhibits autonomous, connected and eco/electric technologies at CES Asia 2018Collaborations with Baidu and Tencent QQ Music for innovative infotainment systemsFull Kia model range to be ‘connected’by 2030Niro EV Concept previews technologies for future eco-friendly vehiclesKia to commercialize Level 4 autonomous vehicles in smart cities by 2021Kia Motors today presents its vision for the future of mobility at the 2018 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) Asia in Shanghai. Under its new ‘Boundless for all’ vision, Kia is working towards a future in which opportunities for mobility and transportation are limitless. To broaden horizons with its mobility services, Kia is also demonstrating a range of new technologies as part of its new ‘Mobility-ACE’ strategy, to make its cars more Autonomous, Connected and Eco/Electric. “In the future, various technologies will coexist to allow customers to enjoy different lifestyles in increasingly complex..

Kia Motors Announces Overseas Business Reorganization

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Regional headquarters for North America and Europe established Reorganization to support sustainable future growth of the company Regional HQs empowered to swiftly respond to market trends and customer needsCompany aims to complete global reorganization by 2019 Kia Motors Corporation today announced organizational changes within its overseas operations, as the company grants greater autonomy to each region in an effort to spur sustainable growth and enhance innovation. As a first step in its global business reorganization, the company has launched Kia Motors North America Headquarters and Kia Motors Europe Headquarters, effective July 2. More overseas markets will be transformed into regional headquarters as the company aims to complete its global reorganization by 2019. These changes are in line with last October’s restructuring at Kia’s headquarters in Seoul, which saw the establishment of a Global Operations Division. Each regional unit’s r..

Kia Motors posts global sales of 251,216 vehicles in June

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Kia Motors Corporation announced its June 2018 global sales figures for passenger cars, recreational vehicles (RVs) and commercial vehicles, recording a total of 251,216 units sold, an increase of 5.9% from 2017. This marks year-on-year increase for the fourth month in a row. Overseas sales climbed 7.8% compared to the previous year, posting 205,216 units. Sales momentum was led by Kia’s SUV Lines. Sorento saw sales soar more than 40 percent compared to June 2017 with 22,832 total units. Sportage also had a strong month as sales increased 19.6% over the previous year. Sales in Korea totaled 46,000 units, representing a decrease of 2.2% compared with the same month last year. The minor drop was due to reduced working days including Local Election Day. Kia’s best-selling model in the global markets during June 2018 was the Sportage compact SUV with 45,725 units sold. The Rio subcompact sedan was the second best seller with 33,012 units sold, fol..

Hyundai Motor Group and Baidu Fortify Partnership to Expedite Next Generation Connected Car Era

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Hyundai and Baidu strengthen cooperation for connected car technologiesPartnership to co-develop connected car service that provides wide range of in-car content based on big data, maps, AI, and portal servicesHyundai Motor Group vehicles embedded with Xiaodu In-Car OS to be developed for volume productionPartnership to advance in-vehicle voice recognition services based on Baidu’s natural language processing and Hyundai’s noise cancellation technologiesJoint efforts to speed up launch of intelligent vehicle-to-home services continueHyundai Motor Group (Hyundai) and Baidu today announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for Internet of Vehicles (IoV), signaling their commitment to strengthening cooperation on next-generation connected car technologies. The newly-signed MOU will see the existing partnership — between the world's fifth-largest auto-making group and the leading Chinese language Internet search provider — re..

Kia Motors America Announces Best-ever First Half Certified Pre-owned Vehicle Sales

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Record June CPO Program Sales Power Kia’s 0.4-Percent Increase Year-to-DateDouble-digit gains for Sportage and Forte boost Kia’s salesStrong brand appeal coupled with an outstanding warranty continue to drive Kia’s CPO momentumKia Motors America announces record first half Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) monthly sales with 39,954 vehicles sold. This achievement is an indication that Kia’s wide variety of stylish and fun-to-drive vehicles coupled with the brand’s industry-leading warranty, provide consumers the models they want and the added peace of mind they need when shopping for a CPO car. Kia’s popular Sportage and Forte helped drive the brand’s sales with double-digit gains. “Strong sales gains for Sportage and Forte reflect the broad scope and mass appeal of Kia’s world-class model lineup and our CPO program,” said Bill Peffer, vice president, sales operations, Kia Motors America. “The program continues to attract new customers to the Kia bran..

All-electric Kia Niro EV crossover now on sale in Korea

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Combines efficient electric power with crossover space and practicalityCapable of up to 385 kilometersof zero-emissions driving on single chargeCompletes eco-friendly Niro crossover range, alongside Niro Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid versions – 200,000 Niro models sold since 2016European sales of Niro EV to follow at end of 2018 and North America in Q1 2019The new Kia Niro EV goes on sale today in Korea, combining an all-electric, zero-emissions powertrain with crossover practicality, intelligent packaging and eye-catching design. A long-distance driving range of up to 385 kilometers makes it one of the most capable electric vehicles on sale anywhere in the world. The Niro EV occupies a unique position in the global market as an all-electric CUV (crossover utility vehicle), and sits alongside the existing Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid variants of the car – of which more than 200,000 have sold globally since the Niro’s introduction in 2016. The Korean ..

Hyundai Mobis: Speed Bumps? School Zones? … My Smart Car is Ready for Anything!

SEOUL, South Korea–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Hyundai Mobis (KRX:012330) recently announced the successful development of “Preview Air Suspension Technology,” which automatically adjusts the vehicle height and absorbs road shock by proactively using upcoming navigational information. It is a technology that predicts the road conditions and traffic information, providing a comfortable ride while ensuring safety. Through the road information… Continue reading Hyundai Mobis: Speed Bumps? School Zones? … My Smart Car is Ready for Anything!

Kia reveals upgraded Sportage with enhanced design and new powertrain technology

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Updated exterior design for Kia’s global best-selling vehicleModernized interior with new upholstery and driver instrumentsNew 1.6-liter ‘SmartStream’ diesel engine available in Korea and Europe2.0-liter diesel available with new eight-speed automatic transmissionKia’s first mild-hybrid powertrain available in Europe with all-wheel drive New powertrains sit alongside range of gasoline enginesGlobal sales of 2018 Kia Sportage commence during Q3 2018Kia Motors has revealed details of the upgraded 2018 Kia Sportage, the brand’s global best-selling vehicle. The new model boasts a refreshed exterior and interior design, as well as new safety and infotainment technologies. The mid-sized crossover utility vehicle (CUV) also offers buyers a range of new or upgraded powertrains that deliver high levels of efficiency. Ho Sung Song, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Global Operations Division, Kia Motors Corporation, commented: “The..

Kia Motors posts global sales of 230,878 vehicles in July

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Kia Motors Corporation announced its July 2018 global sales figures for passenger cars, recreational vehicles (RVs) and commercial vehicles, recording a total of 230,878 units sold, an increase of 5.1% from 2017. This marks a year-on-year increase for five consecutive months. Overseas sales climbed 4.4% compared to the previous year, posting 183,878 units. Strong sales of RV models led the momentum, as Sportage saw sales rise more than 31 percent compared with the same month last year with 38,704 total units in markets other than Korea. Sales in Korea totaled 47,000 units, representing an increase of 7.8% year on year. The K900 passed the 1,000 unit mark for the fourth straight month, which is the first time the luxury sedan achieved the feat since the introduction of its first-generation model in 2012. Kia’s best-selling model in the global markets during July 2018 was the Sportage compact SUV with 41,949 units sold. The Rio subcompact sedan ..

Kia previews design of new ProCeed

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Previewed in a new sketch released today, the new Kia ProCeed merges stunning design with the space and versatility of a tourer in a five-door shooting brake body. The new ProCeed follows the design blueprint laid down by the 2017 Kia Proceed Concept, and will offer drivers an unparalleled combination of design and versatility. Designed, developed and engineered exclusively for Europe, it represents a unique proposition in the mid-size family car segment. The new Kia ProCeed will be revealed at an event on 13 September, and make its public debut at the 2018 Mondial de l’Auto in Paris on 2 October.