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2020
Kia unveils Sonet compact SUV
Kia globally unveiled the Sonet compact SUV and said it plans to launch the model in India the following month.
2020
Hyundai Motor Group unveils new car air-conditioning technologies
Hyundai Motor Group showcased three new vehicle air-quality technologies and said they would be introduced first in South Korea on certain Hyundai, Kia and Genesis vehicles.
2020
Dongfeng Yueda Kia unveils the K5 Kaiku
Dongfeng Yueda Kia formally unveiled the new-generation K5, marketed as Kaiku in China. The model was scheduled to make a public appearance at the Chengdu Auto Show in late July and was planned to go on sale in September.
2020
Kia recalls 5,128 Seltos vehicles in Russia
Kia Motors Russia and the CIS issued a recall for 5,128 Kia Seltos (SP2) vehicles sold from December 2019 to June 2020. The steering column on vehicles equipped with a mechanical locking system may not lock when parked; the steering column shaft will be replaced free of charge.
2020
Hyundai announces iMT transmission debut in Hyundai Venue and Kia Sonet
Reports described Hyundai’s new intelligent manual transmission (iMT), which has an automatically operated clutch mechanism instead of a clutch pedal. The transmission was announced as set to debut in Hyundai Venue and Kia Sonet vehicles; the reports do not establish that the debut had already occurred.
2020
Kia launches iMT manual transmission in Europe
Kia launched a six-speed intelligent manual transmission with a wire-controlled clutch in Europe, combining it with a mild-hybrid design.
2020
Kia K5 domestic debut and presale announced
Dongfeng Yueda Kia was reported to have announced that the new-generation K5, named Kaiku in China, would make its domestic debut and open for presale at the Chengdu Auto Show on July 24, with a market launch planned for September.
2020
Kia introduces e-Soul Cargo in the Netherlands
Kia introduced the e-Soul Cargo, a cargo-oriented version of the e-Soul, in the Netherlands.
2020
Kia adds features to UVO connected car system
Kia added new features to its UVO connected car system, including a voice-assisted wake-up command, nine voice commands, safety features, remote air-quality monitoring and smartwatch connectivity. The article says the new features had been introduced in the month before publication.
2020
Kia announces upgraded Rio
Kia announced an upgraded Rio featuring refreshed design, updated technology and revised powertrains, including a petrol mild-hybrid option. Sales in Europe were planned to start during the third quarter of 2020.
2020
KIA announces KIA Promise warranty extension in Taiwan
KIA’s Taiwan distributor, Snaem Kia Motors, announced the KIA Promise warranty extension program. Vehicles with warranties expiring from February 1 through April 30, 2020 would receive a free extension through June 30, 2020.
2020
Parts shortage disrupts Kia Seltos production and deliveries
A shortage of 3.5-inch instrument displays disrupted Kia Seltos production at Kia's Gwangju plant; the report said some deliveries could be delayed by up to eight weeks despite temporary use of 7-inch displays and adjusted sourcing through a China plant.
2020
Hyundai and Kia announce recall of imported vehicles in China
Hyundai Motor (China) Investment Co. filed a recall plan covering 43,712 imported Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles and 3,686 imported Kia Sorento and Carnival vehicles. The ABS module may leak electricity or short-circuit if moisture enters its connector, creating a fire hazard. The recall is scheduled to begin on June 30, 2020, with free relay installations to change the module's power supply.
2020
Kia unveils fourth-generation Sorento
Kia formally unveiled the fourth-generation Sorento and disclosed additional details. The new flagship SUV was planned for launch in Europe in the third quarter of 2020.
2020
Kia announces Stinger Night Sky special edition for Australia
Kia announced that it would introduce the Stinger Night Sky special edition in the Australian market. The article describes its equipment, colors and starting price.
2020
Kia recalls Optima cars and Sedona minivans over fuel-leak risks
Kia announced two U.S. recalls covering more than 193,000 vehicles: nearly 142,000 2013 and 2014 Optima cars with fuel hoses that can deteriorate and crack, and about 51,000 2011 and 2012 Sedona minivans with fuel injector rails that can crack. The defects can cause fuel leaks and fires. No fires or injuries had been reported in either recall.
2020
Kia reports plan to unveil a new logo by year-end
A report says Kia plans to unveil a new logo by the end of the year; the planned unveiling had not yet occurred in the supplied report.
2020
Kia recalls vehicles over ABS module short-circuit risk
Kia Motors America is recalling certain 2006–2010 Sedona and 2007–2009 Sorento vehicles because moisture may enter the ABS module and cause an electrical short that may lead to an engine-compartment fire. The recall affects 228,829 vehicles; Kia said it would notify owners and dealers would install a relay free of charge.
2020
Kia announces planned global debut of the new Sorento
Kia was reported to be planning a global debut for the new Sorento at the Geneva Motor Show, scheduled to open on March 3. The article describes the debut as planned, not completed.
2020
Kia recalls about 229,000 vehicles over fire risk
Kia recalled nearly 229,000 Sedona and Sorento vehicles in the United States after moisture entering the anti-lock braking system module could cause an electrical short and fire. Kia said it had received reports of seven fires and no injuries. Dealers were to install a relay; the recall was expected to begin April 10.