Modifying An SUV To Be The Safest Possible Family Vehicle
May 16, 2018
I received a very thought provoking letter from a reader in Miami, Florida asking about the safest possible family vehicle. Readers, what are your thoughts? Dear Rob, My name is Diego, and I stumbled on to a post about vehicle height researching vehicle safety. ... Continue reading
May 16, 2018
In line with Kia’s aim to create innovative cars that are affordable for a broad range of buyers, EcoDynamics+ mild-hybrid technology offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio compared to full hybrid powertrains. ... Continue reading
About Kia's IIHS Top Safety Ratings +
May 15, 2018
Kia vehicles have 2018 Top Safety Pick ratings when equipped with front crash prevention and specific headlights The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has awarded its best rating possible, Top Safety Pick Plus (TSP+), to the refreshed 2019 Kia Sorento, bringing to Kia the highest number of vehicles with eit ... Continue reading
May 15, 2018
To make U.S. News' monthly list, a car has to meet three criteria: declining sales, strong manufacturer incentives and excellent scores in the U.S. News Best Cars rankings. ... Continue reading
May 14, 2018
Your vehicle MAY be involved in a safety recall and MAY create a safety risk for you or your passengers. ... Continue reading
May 2, 2018
Auto Central March 31, 2017; Below you can find some interesting ranking developed by using Perfect New Car Match. Before you buy and before you try make sure that the car you are loving meets your needs and wants. ... Continue reading
Kia Motors America Announces April 2018 Sales
May 1, 2018
IRVINE, Calif., May 1, 2018 -- Kia Motors America today announced April sales of 50,585 vehicles, led by the Forte family of compact cars and Sorento SUV. The month also saw the highest April sales total in company history for the Sportage CUV at 7,653 units, and a 34.2-percent year-over-year increase for the Rio subco ... Continue reading
Apr 25, 2018
Worldwide Used Car Platform -- Agasta Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Carchs Holdings Co., Ltd., has started providing a service around the world after newly adding secondhand South Korean vehicles to the lineup of products available on its "PicknBuy24.com" online shop for used Japanese automobiles. The additional service g ... Continue reading
Apr 22, 2018
Every Sunday Larry Nutson, Senior Editor and Chicago Car Guy along with fellow senior editors Steve Purdy and Thom Cannell from The Auto Channel Michigan Bureau, give you TACH's Take On Last weeks automotive news ... Continue reading
Kia's Michael Sprague to Leave as Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President
Apr 8, 2018
April 7, 2018; Michael Sprague, chief operating officer and executive vice president, has announced his intent to leave Kia Motors America (KMA) to pursue new opportunities, effective April 17, 2018. KMA has not yet appointed his successor. ... Continue reading
IIHS: Good ratings for 5 small SUVs in passenger-side small overlap crash test
Apr 4, 2018
ARLINGTON, Va. — In a new round of evaluations, 5 of 7 small SUVs earn good ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety for occupant protection in a passenger-side small overlap front crash. ... Continue reading
AIADA Market Watch 04/04/18 - International Nameplate Auto Sales Scoreboard
Apr 4, 2018
International brands were led last month by Acura (up 15.7 percent from last March), Mitsubishi (up 21.7 percent), and Volkswagen (up 17.8 percent). In contrast, Hyundai’s sales slipped 10.9 percent, due in part to the lack of SUVs and crossovers in its lineup. Throughout the industry, light trucks continued to drive ... Continue reading
Kia Motors America Announces March 2018 Sales
Apr 3, 2018
IRVINE, Calif., April 3, 2018 -- Kia Motors America today announced March sales of 50,645 vehicles, a 2.5-percent increase over the same period last year. The month was highlighted by best-ever March sales of the Sportage CUV, which were up more than 41-percent over the same period last year. ... Continue reading
Lured by Rising SUV Sales, Automakers Flood Market With Models
Mar 29, 2018
New York March 28, 2018; Reuters reported that demand for sport utility vehicles in the United States is booming, but the number of new models vying for a share of that market is growing even faster, threatening the fat profits automakers have enjoyed. At the New York Auto show this week, automakers will unveil another ... Continue reading
Reimagined 2019 Kia K900 Makes Global Debut at New York Auto Show - Includes Complete Specs
Mar 29, 2018
Kia Motors America (KMA) today unveiled the completely redesigned Kia K900 sedan at the 2018 New York International Auto Show, establishing a new standard for luxury. The all-new second-generation model combines a dignified and sophisticated exterior design, a beautifully crafted cabin of premium materials, and perform ... Continue reading
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