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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.
2021
Hyundai announces annual EV launches planned for China from 2022
Hyundai announced that it and Kia plan to begin launching electric vehicles in China annually from 2022, with 21 Hyundai- and Kia-branded models planned by 2030.
2021
Kia launches the K8 sedan in South Korea
Kia launched the K8 sedan in South Korea, the first model under its new brand logo.
2021
Kia debuts marketing campaign for the Carnival MPV
Kia debuted a marketing campaign for the 2022 Carnival MPV, featuring a 30-second broadcast spot titled “What Else Ya Got?” and broadcast, digital, out-of-home and print elements.
2021
Kia debuts the EV6 electric crossover
Kia officially debuted the EV6 compact electric crossover, which will be offered in standard and high-performance GT versions with multiple powertrain choices.
2021
KIA production line opens at SaryarkaAvtoProm plant in Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan's prime minister and the president of KIA Motors Russia and CIS LLC attended the opening ceremony of a KIA production line at the SaryarkaAvtoProm plant. The project plans annual production of 20,000 KIA vehicles.
2021
Kia unveils full details of the EV6
Kia shared exterior and interior details of the EV6, its first dedicated electric vehicle, ahead of its world premiere scheduled for March 30.
2021
Kia recall of Cadenza and Sportage vehicles
Kia confirmed that certain 2017–2021 Cadenza and Sportage vehicles were affected by a safety recall because the hydraulic electronic control unit could short-circuit, increasing the likelihood of an engine fire. Kia instructed owners to park affected vehicles outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures until repairs are completed.
2021
Kia previews redesigned Stinger
Kia released a teaser image of the redesigned 2022 Stinger; the article says its debut was scheduled for March 16, 2021.
2021
Kia releases updated Niro hybrid and plug-in hybrid models
Kia released new Niro hybrid and plug-in hybrid models. The article reports starting prices of $24,690 and $29,590, respectively.
2021
Hyundai, Genesis and Kia receive IIHS safety awards
Hyundai Motor Co., Genesis and Kia received 12 Top Safety Pick and five Top Safety Pick+ ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety in its latest round of crash-testing evaluations.
2021
Kia debuts redesigned Carnival minivan
Kia introduced the redesigned 2022 Carnival minivan, featuring an optional VIP Lounge Seating treatment. The article says it was expected to go on sale during Q2 2021.
2021
Kia launches KiaCharge in the UK
Kia launched KiaCharge, a public charging service that gives Kia electric and plug-in hybrid owners access to charging networks through one account.
2021
Kia unveils Light Tactical Cargo Truck concept
Kia unveiled its Light Tactical Cargo Truck concept at the 2021 International Defense Exhibition and Conference in Abu Dhabi. The concept previews an off-roader Kia says it will manufacture for the global military vehicle market.
2021
Hyundai Motor and Kia unveil TIGER unmanned concept vehicle
Hyundai Motor and Kia unveiled TIGER, an unmanned concept vehicle and their second Ultimate Mobility Vehicle, described as the first unmanned concept in the series.
2021
Kia launches “This is Kia” campaign in Australia
Kia Australia launched an integrated campaign called “This is Kia,” showcasing Kia’s new global visual identity and airing throughout the Australian Open.
2021
Kia announces planned global Kia Subscription launch
Kia announced that its Kia Flex subscription program would launch globally later in 2021 under the name Kia Subscription; the article describes this as a future plan.
2021
Kia K5 wins 2021 MotorWeek Drivers’ Choice Award
The Kia K5 received the 2021 MotorWeek Drivers’ Choice Award in the Best Family Sedan category.
2021
Kia recalls Sorento vehicles over faulty eCall SOS function
Kia announced a recall affecting 965 Sorento vehicles in the UK manufactured between September 1 and December 14, 2020. In affected vehicles, deployment of an airbag could prevent the vehicle identification number from being transmitted by the eCall system. Kia was contacting owners and arranging dealer appointments to reset the system.
2021
Kia and S.lab Asia sign Singapore delivery pilot agreement
Kia and S.lab Asia signed a memorandum of understanding for a pilot project in Singapore using the Niro EV to evaluate a future purpose-built-vehicle business model; the pilot operations were planned for the first half of 2021.