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Second-generation Kia Niro debuts in hybrid, PHEV and EV variants

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The all-new Kia Niro CUV made its North American debut at the New York International Auto Show. In addition to Sport and Eco drive modes, the all-new Kia Niro introduces Green Zone Drive Mode, which automatically transfers Niro HEV and Niro PHEV into EV drive mode in residential areas, and nearby schools and hospitals.

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Kia Motors integrating Google Maps into 2nd-generation UVO eServices telematics system

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Kia Motors America (KMA) will work with Google to provide content and search-based solutions enabled by Application Program Interfaces (APIs) for the second-generation of the automaker’s UVO (“Your Voice”) eServices telematics system, introduced in November 2012 at the Los Angeles Auto Show.

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How Do Automakers Handle Politics?

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In order to make a bit more sense of how automakers navigate this part of the business, we spoke with James Bell, the head of corporate communications for Kia. He ran us through how Kia and other automakers handle the challenges of the regulatory environment, especially with ever shifting fuel-economy and tailpipe-emission rules.

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The Best Cars from the 2024 New York Auto Show

The Truth About Cars

We chatted with Brian from the floor -- the same floor where new vehicles from Infiniti , Nissan , Hyundai , Kia , Mini , and Genesis were shown and Ford also had some minor Mustang news. As always, you can find our podcasts at these links:& Spotify ,& Apple ,& Google ,& Amazon , and& iHeart Radio.

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Autonomy orders 23,000 EVs from 17 automakers; $1.2B order covers 45 EV models

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Autonomy’s order was placed with the fleet departments of the following automakers: BMW, Canoo, Fisker, Ford, General Motors, Hyundai, Kia, Lucid, Mercedes-Benz, Polestar, Rivian, Stellantis, Subaru, Tesla, Toyota, VinFast, Volvo and Volkswagen. The 23,000 order represents 1.2%

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Android Auto Adds Zoom to UX, Society’s End is Near

The Truth About Cars

In what is surely the final blow to any semblance of work/life balance, Google has added WebEx and Zoom meeting functionality to its Android Auto suite of services. Google says will make it “easy and safe” for drivers to quickly join scheduled meetings from car displays. Image: Google] Become a TTAC insider.

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Daily EV Recap: Tesla asks shareholders to move to Texas

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