On July 22, ADM Jizzakh announced that it has organized Open Days for auto component suppliers on July 14 and 15, 2026. ADM Jizzakh discussed promising areas of cooperation, requirements for suppliers, and opportunities for participation in new projects. They also discussed localization of components to strengthen su

On July 17, it was reported that Kia is negotiating to assume direct control of its operations in Brazil, potentially ending its 34-year partnership with Grupo Gandini.
The move is linked to negotiations with the Brazilian government over debt originally incurred by Asia Motors do Brasil, which received incentives to

On July 15, Kia India unveiled the Syros EV, its second mass-market electric vehicle. The company has opened pre-bookings with a booking amount of INR 25,000.
It measures 3,995 mm long, 1,805 mm wide, 1,670 mm high and wheelbase of 2,550 mm.
The Syros EV, built on Kia's reinforced K1 platform, is available with two b

On July 9, Kia America issued recall and park outside warning for 462,869 2020-2024 Kia Telluride vehicles due to a risk of fire while being driving or parked. These vehicles were previously recalled in 2024 for this same issue and must be parked outside away from buildings and other vehicles until the new remedy is

On July 9, Kia UK announced the European debut of the all-new Seltos, introducing the second generation of the compact SUV to the region for the first time.
The new Seltos will be offered in Europe with ICE and HEV powertrains. The HEV produces 154 PS in front-wheel-drive configuration and 178 PS with the new e-AWD s

On July 1, Kia America announced its 2027 Niro ahead of sales launch later this summer with a new design and Kia’s new ccNC infotainment system with enhanced connectivity, Quick Controls and OTA capability. Pricing will be announced later.
Available exclusively as a hybrid this time, rather than a BEV as well, the 20

On June 4, multiple sources reported that Hermes Khodro has received type approval certificates for the Kia Sorento, Carnival, and Tasman models. These approval certificates will help the company to launch these products into the Iranian market. Hermes Khodro has also received a standard license and type approval cer

On June 25, Kia Canada announced pricing for the PV5, the brand’s first dedicated commercial cargo vehicle in Canada. This Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) offers a battery electric solution engineered specifically for the needs of the business customer that can be upfitted to unique requirements.
With prices starting a

On June 12, Kia Argentina opened pre-sales of the new Tasman, midsize pickup truck.
Imported from South Korea, the model will be offered in EX CRDI, EX TGDI, and X-Pro TGDI variants, targeting one of Argentina’s most competitive vehicle segments.
The pickup measures 5.41 m in length and features a 3.27-m wheelbase, w

On June 13, multiple sources reported that the Chairman of Alkan Holding Group stated that the company will invest USD 120 million to establish a car assembly plant in Egypt. The plant will assemble Kia and BAIC brand cars in Egypt. The plant will start operations in 2027. The plant will produce 10,000 cars in the fi

On June 4, the Alabama Department of Commerce announced that South Korean automotive supplier Kamtec Auto USA will open its first U.S. manufacturing facility in Auburn, with a USD 9.2 million investment that will create 50 jobs over three years. 
Kamtec Auto USA President Chang-Yeong Seo noted that Auburn’s proximity

On June 10, Global NCAP released the latest #SaferCarsForAfrica crash test results, in which the Kia Sonet received a one-star rating for adult occupant protection and the GWM Haval Jolion received a two-star rating.
According to the crash test report, the GWM Haval Jolion provided good protection for the head, neck

Reported on June 8, 2026, Kia Malaysia has reached an agreement with Stellantis Malaysia for local assembly (CKD) operations.
Under the agreement, Kia vehicles will be assembled at Stellantis’ Gurun plant in Kedah, with production scheduled to commence in Q3 2026. The Gurun plant is expected to handle assembly of exi

On June 4, Koosha Khodro Company announced the imminent start of direct sales of Kia models in Iran due to the market reception and existing demand. The company stated that the details regarding the sales conditions will be announced through official channels. The company is focusing on importing Kia cars and supplyi

On June 3, Kia America announced pricing for the all-new, second-generation 2027 Kia Seltos compact SUV starting at just USD 24,990. The all-new 2027 Seltos is larger and more refined, with increased passenger space, enhanced utility and advanced technology in its Telluride-inspired SUV design.
Introduced at the New

On June 2, the Hyundai Motor Group began production of the Kia Sportage Hybrid at the Metaplant America (HMGMA) in Ellabell, Georgia.
Until now, Kia has produced all Sportage Hybrids for the U.S. market at its plant in Gwangju, South Korea before exporting them overseas.
The Kia Sportage Hybrid joins the Hyundai Ioni

On May 28, Vattenfall announced that it is launching a bidirectional charging (Vehicle-to-Grid, V2G) pilot project in collaboration with Kia and Hyundai Motor Company. The pilot will allow electric vehicles to both store electricity and feed it back into the power grid to help balance electricity supply and demand.
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On May 28, NEXEN TIRE announced that it is supplying original equipment (OE) tires for the Kia all-new Seltos in North America and Europe. For North America, the N'PRIZ S tire is supplied in a 16-inch fitment in the United States and Canada. It delivers excellent mileage performance and a quiet, comfortable ride.
For

・ Kia PBV Japan (Kia PBV Japan Corporation), a wholly owned subsidiary of Sojitz Corporation (Sojitz) that handles the import and sale of Kia brand vehicles in Japan, held a press conference on May 13 to commemorate the debut of the Kia brand in Japan, the first arrival of its PBV (Platform Beyond Vehicle) electric v

On May 13, Kia India launched a Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) finance program for the Carens Clavis EV. Under the dual-loan structure, separate loan accounts are created for the vehicle chassis and battery, with EMI starting at INR 51,520 and a battery repayment plan of INR 3.3 per kilometre.
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