Kia’s K8 sedan is a glimpse into the brand’s new styling language as it also prepares to enter a world where SUVs and other utilities have become the dominant forces in automotive sales.
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Hyundai, Kia Cuts “Most Stolen” Cars Theft Rate in Half with Software Upgrade
A few years ago, late model Hyundai and Kia vehicles were in the spotlight — the kind no automaker enjoys. Car thieves found a simple way to steal the cars because there were no immobilizers on them. The issue became such a problem a documentary film about the Kia Boyz was made, revealing the dangerous exploits of the car thieves. The automakers implemented a software update that appears to have put a dent in the problem. Go to Headlight.News for the story.
2025 Kia Sportage gets Bump in Price and Minor Option Changes
Kia brings minor changes and pricing changes to the 2025 Kia Sportage in an attempt to keep the model fresh in a sea of tightening competition. Tweaks to options and the pricing ladder attempt to maintain the Sportage’s path to success.
Hyundai Faces New Theft Threat From “Game Boy” Hack
Hyundai is facing a new theft threat as high-tech thieves target Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis EV models. Growing problem shines the spotlight on vehicle security challenges.
Kia Unveils Refreshed 2025 Carnival, Including New Hybrid Model
While Kia’s tried to separate its Carnival from the minivan pack by calling it a multi-purpose vehicle, the new 2025 version features a new hybrid powertrain — just like all the other minivans. Check out more on the new Carnival at Headlight.News.
Toyota, Honda, and Hyundai Report Strong Sales During May, Electrified Vehicles Leading The Way
Automakers post strong May sales numbers as they prepare for summer sales surge. Toyota and Lexus have strong showing while Kia and Hyundai bank on EVs.
Kia Teases EV3 Ahead of May 23rd Debut, Will be Brand’s First Entry-Level EV
Kia is preparing to enter the entry-level EV wars with the all-new EV3. EV3 will help expand the pool of customers Kia can reach and will make its debut on May 23rd.
First Look: 2025 Kia K4 – Taking the Compact Sedan to a New Level
Kia has a new compact sedan coming for the 2025 model year. It gets a new design, new features and technology, new safety features – and a new name, the Kia K4.
Kia Teases Upcoming K4 Sedan, Will Replace Forte Sedan In Lineup
Kia releases first teaser images of K4 ahead of New York Auto Show. New model aims to pick up the tempo in compact sedan wars with sportier design and higher levels of performance and technology.
Sales of Hybrids Help Automakers Boost February Deliveries
With a boost from sales of hybrids leading the way, Asian automakers posted steady increases in sales during February as Honda, Toyota, Kia and Subaru all reported gains during what is often a difficult month for selling cars. Get details at Headlight.News.
2025 Kia Carnival Makes Windy City Debut
Kia pumped life into an otherwise quiet Chicago Auto Show today, launching two new models at the McCormick Place Convention Center, including a new version of the Carnival people-mover which adds new technology, an updated design and a fuel-saving hybrid drivetrain option. Headlight.News checks out the 2025 Kia Carnival.
First Look: 2025 Kia K5 Gets Midcycle Update
More power from a new base engine, more tech, new safety features and a midcycle design update, Kia rolls out the 2025 K5 sedan at the Chicago Auto Show. Headlight.News checks it out.