Kia Corporation today welcomed Fitch Ratings’ (Fitch) upgrade of the company’s Long-Term Issuer Default Ratings (IDRs) and senior unsecured ratings to A- with a stable outlook from a previous rating of BBB+. The rating upgrade reflects the continued improvement in Kia’s brand strength and market position in key markets, Fitch said in its report. Geographical… Continue reading @Hyundai: Kia Welcomes Fitch Ratings’ Upgrade to A-
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@Hyundai: High-Powered EV Charging Network, IONNA, Begins Operations in North America
Joint venture by seven major automakers receives approval from regulatory agencies IONNA plans to deploy a minimum of 30,000 chargers with the first charging stations expected to open in the U.S. in 2024, followed by Canada Seth Cutler, formerly of EV Connect, appointed as Chief Executive Officer, effective February 1 Announced in July 2023, IONNA,… Continue reading @Hyundai: High-Powered EV Charging Network, IONNA, Begins Operations in North America
@Hyundai: Kia America’s Russell Wager named MediaPost’s 2023 Automotive Marketer of the Year
Kia executed a number of high-profile initiatives, including entertainment naming rights, expanded sports sponsorships and an entre into the gaming category – all in support of Kia’s aggressive new product launch initiatives Russell Wager, vice president, marketing, Kia America, was honored as MediaPost’s 2023 Automotive Marketer of the Year. The MediaPost Marketing Automotive Awards honor advertisers… Continue reading @Hyundai: Kia America’s Russell Wager named MediaPost’s 2023 Automotive Marketer of the Year
@Hyundai: Kia EV9 named ‘Best EV’ in 2024 MotorWeek Drivers’ Choice Awards
This marks the second year in a row that Kia received the “Best EV” honor from MotorWeek, following the Kia EV6 win in 2023 Today, the 2024 Kia EV9 received the MotorWeek Drivers’ Choice “Best EV” award for 2024. Last year, the 2023 Kia EV6 also received the “Best EV” honor, along with the “Best… Continue reading @Hyundai: Kia EV9 named ‘Best EV’ in 2024 MotorWeek Drivers’ Choice Awards
@Hyundai: Kia America’s Super Bowl Spot Celebrates the Hidden Power Within us All
60-second “Perfect 10” ad showcases the power of the pioneering all-new Kia EV9 EV SUV Kia’s 15th creative marketing campaign that includes a Super Bowl broadcast component is set to Cat Power and Coldplay’s collaborative track “Wish I Was Here” Integrated marketing campaign for Kia’s flagship three-row EV SUV includes broadcast, print and social media elements… Continue reading @Hyundai: Kia America’s Super Bowl Spot Celebrates the Hidden Power Within us All
@Hyundai: 2025 Kia Carnival MPV Redefined: Elevating Multi-Purpose Appeal with Hybrid Power, Sophisticated Design Enhancements and Alluring Next-Gen Tech
Emphasis on Multi-Purpose: Refreshed Carnival MPV opens a new door of possibility with optional turbo-hybrid offering 242 horsepower Enhanced Presence: “Opposites United” design theme comes to life on the Carnival MPV, blending bold and grand exterior elements with a sleek and high-tech interior Teeming with next-gen tech: Kia’s next-generation, ultramodern Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC)… Continue reading @Hyundai: 2025 Kia Carnival MPV Redefined: Elevating Multi-Purpose Appeal with Hybrid Power, Sophisticated Design Enhancements and Alluring Next-Gen Tech
@Hyundai: New 2025 Kia K5 Makes North American Debut at Chicago Auto Show
Kia’s popular sporty midsize sedan sees significant updates Design updates inside and out reflect K5s sporty intentions 191-horsepower 2.5-liter normally aspirated engine replaces 1.6T; 11 HP increase New, updated tech and standard ADAS features highlight K5’s deep feature-set Kia America chose the concrete corridors of Chicago to pull the wraps off the refreshed 2025 K5… Continue reading @Hyundai: New 2025 Kia K5 Makes North American Debut at Chicago Auto Show
@Hyundai: Kia Telluride named ‘Best Family Car of 2024’ by Cars.com
The 2024 Seltos was named a finalist for the overall Best Car of 2024 category The 2024 Sorento and Telluride were both nominated for the Best SUV of 2024 The 2024 Kia Telluride was named Cars.com’s Best Family Car of 2024. The Telluride was also a finalist for the Best SUV of 2024 category alongside… Continue reading @Hyundai: Kia Telluride named ‘Best Family Car of 2024’ by Cars.com
@Hyundai: Kia welcomes credit rating upgrade to A3 by Moody’s Investors Service
Kia Corporation today welcomed Moody’s Investors Service (Moody’s) upgrade of the company’s corporate rating to A3 with a stable outlook from a previous rating of Baa1 with a positive outlook. According to the report from Moody’s, the rating upgrade reflects Kia’s continued profitability and balance sheet improvements, underpinned by the company’s strengthened product competitiveness and… Continue reading @Hyundai: Kia welcomes credit rating upgrade to A3 by Moody’s Investors Service
@Hyundai: 2024 Kia EV9 Wins 2024 Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year Award for SUVs
Three-row EV SUV praised for its roominess, abundance of technology, and competitive price point Category win makes EV9 a contender for Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year’s Top Award The 2024 Kia EV9 has been named a winner in the 2024 Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY) awards, taking the win in the SUV… Continue reading @Hyundai: 2024 Kia EV9 Wins 2024 Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year Award for SUVs