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Kia to drop prices on selected EV models in Korea as foreign carmakers' discounts raise competition

Kia said Thursday it will lower prices on multiple EV models in Korea, as Tesla and other foreign automakers’ discounting sharpens competition for price-sensitive buyers.

2026-01-22

Tigers revamp their bullpen by signing three free agent relief pitchers on the same day

The Kia Tigers addressed all their bullpen needs in one fell swoop Wednesday by signing three free agent pitchers.

2026-01-21

Hyundai, Kia post record U.S. market share in 2025 despite Trump tariffs

Hyundai Motor and its sister Kia posted a record combined market share in the United States in 2025, buoyed by expanded local production and strong hybrid vehicle sales, despite Washington's aggressive tariff measures, sources said Sunday.

2026-01-18

Kia unveils new EV2 compact electric SUV

Kia’s new compact electrified SUV, the Kia EV2, has been fully unveiled. The company introduced the EV2 at the Brussels Motor Show 2026 held at Brussels Expo in Belgium on Friday.

2026-01-09

Hyundai, Kia's U.S. sales rise 7.5% in 2025 on hybrid demand

Hyundai Motor Group said Monday its U.S. sales rose 7.5 percent in 2025 from a year earlier, driven by strong demand for hybrid and other eco-friendly models despite import tariffs.

2026-01-05

Hyundai Motor Group trims at the top in future-focused reshuffle

Hyundai Motor Group strengthened its manufacturing and research leadership, elevated Kia’s North America chief to president and left its top future mobility software post unfilled in a 2025 year-end reshuffle.

2025-12-18

Hyundai and Kia will repair millions of vehicles under a deal to fix anti-theft technology

Automakers Hyundai and Kia must offer free repairs to millions of models under a settlement announced Tuesday by Minnesota's attorney general, who argued the vehicles weren't equipped with proper anti-theft technology.

2025-12-17

Kia launches global promotional campaign for upcoming FIFA World Cup

Kia, Korea's second-largest carmaker, said on Tuesday that it has launched a global promotional campaign for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026.

2025-12-09

After two bankruptcies, how Kia survived 80 years to turn into a global automaker

Korean automaker Kia celebrates its 80th anniversary this year, a milestone that once seemed all but impossible for a twice-bankrupt company that started out as a humble bicycle parts maker.

2025-12-05

Hyundai’s hydrogen obsession shows no signs of slowing, even as rivals walk away

Hyundai’s fixation on hydrogen borders on the unprecedented, as the company presses ahead despite mounting costs even while rivals retreat from the technology over shaky profitability.

2025-12-04