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2021
Kia raises 2022 Niro EV entry-level price
The 2022 Kia Niro EV entry-level trim is priced at $39,990, $900 more than the 2021 model year's $39,090 price.
2021
Kia debuts Kia@Home car shopping experience
Kia introduced Kia@Home, an on-demand car shopping experience that lets customers book scheduled at-home test drives of the Carnival MPV or Niro EV through Kia's website in selected US cities.
2021
Hyundai introduces EnableLA wheelchair-accessible ride service
Hyundai Motor Group introduced EnableLA, a mobility service for people with mobility barriers in Los Angeles. The service uses modified Hyundai Palisade and Kia Telluride SUVs and is powered by ButterFLi.
2021
Kia launches EV6 in South Korea
Kia launched its all-electric EV6 in the domestic South Korean market ahead of overseas launches planned for later in 2021.
2021
Kia launches Carnival Hi Limousine four-seat variant in South Korea
Kia launched the premium four-seat Carnival Hi Limousine in South Korea. The article describes its luxury equipment and reports a price of 88.26 million won.
2021
Hyundai and Kia partner with Milwaukee police to distribute steering-wheel locks
Hyundai and Kia partnered with Milwaukee police and are providing steering-wheel locks for police to distribute to vehicle owners amid targeted thefts of their vehicles.
2021
Kia announces Carnival Hi Limousine four-seat variant
Kia announced the Carnival Hi Limousine four-seat variant and said it is expected to go on sale next year. The report describes upgraded exterior and interior features, including second-row independent seats.
2021
2022 Kia Stinger earns IIHS Top Safety Pick+
The 2022 Kia Stinger earned a Top Safety Pick+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The article says it qualified after Kia stopped offering the poorly rated halogen headlights that had prevented the 2021 model from qualifying.
2021
Kia opens presales for the updated New Stinger in Taiwan
Kia's Taiwan distributor announced that presales for the updated flagship New Stinger had begun, with a starting presale price of NT$1.489 million.
2021
Kia and Uber partner on EV supply in Europe
Kia said it partnered with Uber to supply electric vehicles in Europe. Kia will offer the Niro and other electrified models to Uber drivers at discounted prices in 20 European countries.
2021
Kia Cerato goes on sale in Australia
Kia's new Cerato compact sedan went on sale in the Australian market, with a starting price of A$25,990.
2021
Updated 2022 Kia Cerato launches in Australia
The updated 2022 Kia Cerato arrived in Australia, with prices starting at AU$25,990 drive away. The article describes design changes and features across the model range.
2021
Kia sponsorship of Night of Covenant House Stars
Kia announced its sponsorship of the virtual “Night of Covenant House Stars” charitable gala scheduled for May 17, and said it would donate $250,000 to Covenant House, which assists homeless youth in America.
2021
Kia announces IONITY discounted-charging bolt-on
Kia announced a monthly bolt-on for its Kia Charge service that reduces the standard IONITY charging rate by 64% and removes the session fee. The bolt-on costs £11.25 per month.
2021
Kia launches Kia Service voice assistant app in Ireland
Kia launched its Kia Service Google Voice Assistant app in Ireland, allowing customers to request service information, directions to dealers, and answers to common questions through voice commands.
2021
Kia unveils new brand identity in India
Kia introduced its new brand positioning in India and unveiled a refreshed logo and brand slogan as part of its new brand identity.
2021
Kia India drops “Motors” from its name
Kia’s India arm dropped “Motors” from its name, saying the change reflects a transition from automaking to providing advanced and eco-friendly mobility solutions.
2021
Kia recalls 2020–2021 Soul and 2021 Seltos vehicles
Kia Motors North America issued a safety recall covering 21,849 2021 Kia Seltos vehicles and 125,400 2020–2021 Kia Soul vehicles over potentially improperly heat-treated piston oil rings, which could cause engine damage, stalling, or fire. The recall is scheduled to begin June 11, 2021; Kia said affected owners would be directed to dealerships for inspection and eligible engines would be replaced free of charge.
2021
Kia recalls 147,249 Soul and Seltos vehicles over fire risk
Kia is recalling 147,249 Soul and Seltos vehicles because improperly heat-treated piston rings may cause an engine stall or fire. Kia said it was not aware of any related fires or injuries and estimated that 1% of recalled cars were affected.
2021
Kia launches Kia Service voice assistant in Ireland
Kia launched its Kia Service Google Voice Assistant application, which lets customers request service information and contact Kia and dealer support. The service is available in Ireland, with a rollout across European markets planned by the end of 2021.