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The Kia Telluride Faces a Recall for Rollaway Risk

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Kia is recalling more than 400,000 Telluride SUVs for risk of rolling away in park. Kia said, “The intermediate shaft and right front driveshaft may not be fully engaged due to suspected improper assembly by the supplier. As with all recalls, the repair is free for owners, and Kia said it would reimburse any expenses incurred.

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Kia Details Specs for the Upcoming 2025 K4 Sedan

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Though some automakers have abandoned cars in favor of trucks and SUVs, Kia remains steadfastly committed to the format. It recently announced the upcoming 2025 K4, and today, Kia detailed specs for the car. The K4 replaces the Forte in Kia’s lineup and slots into the catalog beneath the larger K5. inches long.

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Report: Kia Planning to Replace Stinger with an EV in 2026

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The Kia Stinger lived a bright but shockingly brief life, but it appears the automaker may have a replacement lined up with its move to electric vehicles. A recent report from Korea claims that Kia is working on the Stinger’s replacement, noting that the car will move to electrification with its new form.

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Kia Introduces Two EV Concepts at 2023 Los Angeles Auto Show

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LOS ANGELES -- In addition to the updated 2024 Sorento, Kia has unveiled two concepts today at the 2023 Los Angeles Auto Show -- the EV3 and EV4. The EV3 is a crossover with an interior inspired by the upcoming Kia EV9 SUV and the EV4 is a four-door that is sort of a cross between a sedan and a crossover.

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2024 Kia Sorento -- Family Influence Brings Rugged Facelift

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OK, that's probably a bit of an overstatement -- there are plenty of crossovers on the market with swoopy styling -- but the facelifted 2024 Kia Sorento is definitely following the rugged/boxy trend. Kia's wording for the front of the Sorento is "boxy, upright hood" and that's quite accurate. inch screens (the standard display has a 4.3-incher

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Fire Risk Prompts Kia Niro Hybrid and PHEV Recall

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The Kia Niro Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid are being recalled for an issue that could cause fires in the engine compartment. This is the first recall for the Niro from these model years, but Kia was one of the most recalled automakers in 2022, with a whopping 1,458,962 units involved in recall actions.

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Kia Debuts Refreshed Sorento In South Korea

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Kia’s SUVs are surprisingly premium and well equipped for the price, and the automaker has had great success with its Telluride three-row. As it did with the Carnival minivan, Kia mimicked the Telluride’s muscular lines with the updated styling, though changes focus mostly on the front end. inch screens.