KIA SOUL GOES UNDERCOVER AT THE 2008 VANS WARPED TOUR® Sneak Peek of Unreleased Preproduction Kia at all 46 Tour Stops IRVINE, Calif., June 19, 2008 – The eagerly awaited Kia Soul will tease concertgoers this summer with a sneak-peek appearance during the 2008 Vans Warped Tour. As part of Kia Motors exclusive vehicle sponsorship … Read more
KIA MOTORS AMERICA ANNOUNCES BEST MONTH EVER IRVINE, Calif., June 3, 2008 – Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced its best sales month ever for the second consecutive month with record May sales of 31,047 units, an increase of nine percent over the same period last year, and year-to-date sales of 129,327 units. May’s record … Read more
KIA SORENTO RECEIVES TOP RANKING IN AUTOPACIFIC 2008 VEHICLE SATISFACTION AWARDS SUV Tops Midsize SUV Segment IRVINE, Calif., May 29, 2008 – The 2008 Kia Sorento is the top ranking midsize SUV in AutoPacific, Inc.’s 2008 Vehicle Satisfaction Awards (VSA), an industry benchmark for objectively measuring owner satisfaction of new vehicles. In this competitive segment, … Read more
KIA RIO AND RIO5 NAMED TO GAYOT.COM’S LIST OF TOP 10 BEST SMALL CARS Sub-Compact Sedan and Five-Door Make Annual List Fuel-efficient, budget-minded vehicles top list Comprehensive warranty program, standard safety outshine competition IRVINE, Calif., May 23, 2008 – The 2008 Kia Rio and Rio5 have been named to GAYOT.com’s “Top 10 Best Small Cars.” … Read more
THE 2008 NBA PERFORMANCE AWARDS PRESENTED BY KIA MOTORS RECOGNIZES FOUR NBA PLAYERS AWARDED TOP LEAGUE HONORS Kia Motors Congratulates Winners for Outstanding Performances Throughout the 2007-08 NBA Season Kia Motors presented the four season-end awards during the 2008 NBA Playoffs Winners charities of choice each receive a 2009 Borrego IRVINE, Calif., May 19, 2008 … Read more
KIA MOTORS AMERICA ANNOUNCES RECORD APRIL SALES IRVINE, Calif., May 1, 2008 – Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced its best sales month ever with record April sales of 30,066 units, a 15.6-percent increase over the same period last year, and year-to-date sales of 98,280 total units. Kia’s April growth was led by Spectra and … Read more
KIA SEDONA NAMED A TOP 10 BEST VALUE BY GAYOT.COM Minivan Named Best of Segment in Annual List Competitive price, comprehensive warranty program impresses value-minded judges Bevy of standard equipment outshines competition IRVINE, Calif., April 17, 2008 – The 2008 Kia Sedona was named the minivan of choice on GAYOT.com’s annual list of the “Top … Read more
Fans given sweepstakes and meet-and-greet opportunities sponsored by Kia NEW YORK, March 19, 2008 Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced an exclusive automotive partnership with the 2008 Vans Warped Tour Americas longest-running touring festival. Kia will sponsor a VIP lounge atmosphere throughout the tour where fans can meet-and-greet their favorite music artists and enter a … Read more
New engine packs powerful punch without sacrificing fuel economy NEW YORK, March 20, 2008 Kia Motors America (KMA) today globally unveiled the 2009 Optima midsize sedan at the New York International Auto Show. On sale in early fall, the refreshed Optima offers a completely modified exterior, which offers a more aggressive, dynamic style than previous … Read more
KIA DEBUTS KOUP CONCEPT AT 2008 NEW YORK INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW Design Cues, Indicative of an Emotional and Powerful Driving Experience, Reflect Brand Evolution Distinctive “check mark” shape furthers the performance-inspired appearance Realistic interior design makes KOUP a true driver’s car NEW YORK, March 20, 2008 Combining youthful exuberance with a sporty and sleek design, … Read more