KIA AMERICA CONTINUES TO “MOVIDE” TOWARDS STRONG SALES OF ELECTRIFIED VEHICLES

Overall, electrified models posted a fourth straight sales record in the same month, with electric vehicle sales hitting 14^and consecutive sales record in the same month and exceeding the April 2021 mark of more than 480 percent.

Kia America also recorded its 10 millionth sale in the United States since deliveries to buyers began in 1993. Additional details on this historic achievement will follow later this month.

“Kia’s Proud History and exciting future are on view this month as we mark the 10 millionth Kia vehicle sold in the United States at the same time as we see an increase in sales of our electrified vehicles – all despite the challenges facing the industry. confronted as a whole,” said Eric WatsonVice President, Sales Operations, Kia America. “Our enduring success with electrified models, coupled with a strong sales start for the all-new 5^and generation of Sportage SUVs, reinforces Kia’s leading position in two of the most popular and important segments of today’s market. »

In addition to the sales, April saw several big announcements from the brand, including:

• Refreshed Telluride SUV and all-new Niro hybrid, plug-in hybrid and battery-electric models debut at the New York International Auto Show
• Kia secured the naming rights and became the official automotive partner of the Kia Forum, the only arena-sized venue in the United States dedicated to music and entertainment.
• The Kia Carnival minivan was named “Family Vehicle of the Year” by AutoGuide. Carnival MPV was recognized as the best family vehicle due to its impressive interior capacity, numerous safety features and modern design

Kia America – about us

Based at Irvine, California, Kia America continues to top automotive quality surveys and is recognized as one of the top 100 global brands. Kia is the “Official Automotive Partner” of the NBA and offers a range of gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electrified vehicles sold through a network of nearly 750 dealerships in the United States, including several cars and SUVs proudly assembled in America. .

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