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Enforcement Begins The state of Kansas has ordered transgender residents to surrender their driver’s licenses following a new law that took effect Thursday. According to Erin in the Morning, a letter from the Kansas Division of Vehicles states that Kansas-issued driver’s licenses must now reflect “the credential holder’s sex at birth.” The new law took effect after the Kansas Legislature overrode Governor Laura Kelly’s veto of Senate Bill 244, which requires all state-issued IDs to reflect a per

That might sound like a lot, but it manages some 82 million vehicles in some of the world’s most densely populated cities daily. As a country, it should be at a perpetual standstill. Yet, ever since the 1950s, the Japanese have held a tiny little ace up their sleeves… Kei-jidõsha, or ‘kei car’ as it’s […] The post Kei & Mighty: Exploring Japan’s WAZUKA Microcar Museum appeared first on Speedhunters. View the full article

Early Virality If you were a petrol head in the early 10s, you know that one of the first YouTube viral video sensations was Ken Block's Gymkhana showcases. Block, who was a fairly decent rally driver and drifter, showcased his masterclass in car control through death-defying driving stunts. Equally as famous as Block himself are the various cars he used in these videos, heavily modified rally/drift racers. He started off with an Impreza WRX, and gradually went for Ford models. One of his last G

When Ford designed the modern Bronco, it digitally scanned the classic 1976 model’s design as a reference point, as the company wanted to capture the original’s enduring appeal for a new generation. But for some, nothing but the original, old-school look will do, and that includes actor Kevin Hart. He purchased a 2024 Bronco, but soon had it redesigned to mirror the look of the Bronco from the 1960s and early 1970s. If classic looks and advanced underpinnings sound like the perfect combination t

Kia’s Big Pickup Debut Didn’t Go To Plan Kia invested years preparing for the Tasman, with teasers, trademark filings, and plenty of discussion about what its first pickup would offer. By the time it launched in Australia, expectations were high. Those expectations weren’t met, though. The Tasman entered a tough segment, already populated by long-running nameplates like the Ford Ranger and Toyota Hilux. Rather than making an impact, Kia’s new ute struggled to gain traction. Kia executives have a

A Manufacturing Fault We’ve said this before, and it’s worth repeating: Not every recall is about a design flaw or bad engineering. Sometimes, the problem starts on the factory floor. That’s what’s happening here: Kia and Genesis – both part of Hyundai Motor Group – are recalling over 235,000 vehicles in the US because of a detail in how a part was installed. At first, it looks like a big problem affecting two brands. But look closer, and you’ll see it’s really about how the part was installed,

It seemed that tariffs would kill any chance of Kia's Tasman pickup reaching the U.S., and it still may not, but the Korean marque has just announced new plans for a body-on-frame midsize truck that will arrive before the end of the decade. At the automaker's annual investor day, CEO Ho Sung Song said that Kia is aiming for annual U.S. sales of 1.02 million vehicles and a 6.2 percent market share (across all model lines) by introducing a new line of electrified vehicles, which includes extended-

The Reality Behind Long-Term Car Ownership Car ownership isn’t always as straightforward as it seems, and a recent CBS News story highlighted the role maintenance plays in warranty claims. In this case, Kia initially denied an engine warranty claim from a Pennsylvania couple who own a 2019 Optima, despite having receipts showing proper maintenance. The Kia Optima is essentially the K5, though only in its previous-generation form. The couple, Jamie and Debbie Rekasie, initially leased the Optima

Truth in Lending Act Whenever you sign off on a loan, be it from the bank or for a car with in-house financing, you'd want to know every single detail, or at least you should do your due diligence to get the information in front of you. Likewise, dealers and lenders are supposed to show you how much you will eventually pay before signing. Both parties are supposed to be transparent, though that might not be the case in this story, Automotive News reports. So what's happening with this Atlantic

Kia had another bumper sales month in November, with the Korean marque selling 72,002 vehicles in the United States. This is a 3% year-over-year increase and the brand’s best November ever. Kia also says the November result ensures it will achieve its third consecutive all-time annual sales record. This positive news comes even though Kia’s EV sales continued to decline, an industry-wide trend after the federal tax credit was cut at the end of September. Multiple gas-powered models contributed t

Kia has shared its latest sales report in the United States, and although March sales were down relative to last year, the company still managed to achieve the highest first-quarter sales in its history. Kia sold 76,508 vehicles in March, down from 78,540 in March 2025, but quarterly sales increased by 4% to 207,015 units. Multiple models set records for first-quarter sales, with the all-new Telluride gaining ground, picking up right where the old one left off. Kia is also outselling Hyundai in

Meet Kia's smallest and cheapest EV yet. We say 'yet' because it's called the EV2, suggesting that the South Korean automaker is leaving room for another, smaller vehicle to be introduced somewhere down the line, but we digress. The EV2 is a B-segment, or subcompact, electric crossover, and it'll be available in a choice of five trims when it goes on sale later this year, including a sportily styled GT-Line variant. More importantly than its variety is Kia's claim that the EV2 will deliver best-

The Kia EV5 is not an old car, especially if you live in Canada or Europe, where the mid-sized electric crossover is only just beginning to arrive in showrooms. However, in China, where the car first launched, it’ll be celebrating its third birthday this year, and the pace at which the modern car industry moves means a facelift isn’t too far around the corner. South Korean YouTube channel HealerTV has got hold of spy shots of the updated crossover on a car carrier, and while all the key details

Discount Season Is Here Kia has once again increased its discounts on electric vehicles, making them some of the most affordable EVs on the market. CarsDirect reported that the 2025 EV6 and Niro are now available with up to $11,000 off MSRP under Kia's year-end Sticker Sales Event, though the offer applies only to select dealer-tagged units. The massive discount is made possible through an extra $1,000 retail bonus cash on top of the $10,000 incentive offered on every Kia EV after the federal ta

Automakers and Lawsuits Lawsuits are now just part of the job for automakers. Recent examples include Toyota getting dragged into court after a driver said his car was tracking him without his knowledge. Tesla, meanwhile, is back in the legal spotlight over claims that its Model S's door handles break more often than they should. Most of these cases come down to customers who feel their car crossed a line – whether it’s about privacy, safety, or just plain reliability. But there’s one lawsuit in

Trimming Down the Range Until now, picking a Kia Niro in America was simple. You had three choices: the regular hybrid, the plug-in hybrid, or the full EV. Same body, three powertrains, and an easy path for anyone looking to dip their toes into electrification. That’s about to change, though. Kia just confirmed the Niro PHEV won’t be back in the US for 2026. The official word, sent to Kelley Blue Book, points to “changing market conditions” as the reason. Kia hasn’t spelled out the details, but

A Shift in Strategy With the recent slowdown in electric vehicle adoption, hybrids appear poised to play a larger role in the coming years—and Kia seems to agree. According to a report by Australia’s CarSales, the Korean marque is evaluating a plug-in hybrid version of its first pickup truck, the Tasman. For the uninitiated, the Kia Tasman is a midsize, body-on-frame pickup that is not sold in the U.S. and is unlikely to arrive due to the 25-percent “chicken tax” on imported light trucks. Even s

Japan has long been a closed market for foreign carmakers. Domestic giants Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Suzuki, and Daihatsu collectively gather 95 percent of new-car sales there, rightly earning the reputation as a graveyard for overseas brands. Yet Kia has decided this is precisely the moment to return to a market it retreated from 24 years ago — and it's doing so with the PV5, a record-breaking all-electric van in passenger and cargo versions that becomes the brand's first EV launched in Japan.

Kia doesn’t have an official performance division like Hyundai’s N, Toyota’s GR, or Honda’s Type R, but its most potent models are identifiable by the ‘GT’ moniker. In the United States, the EV6 GT (601 horsepower) and K5 GT (290 hp) are two such examples. But Kia has been paying closer attention to enthusiast-pleasing models of late, and has just revealed no less than three new GT models at the Brussels Motor Show, alongside the cute EV2. These are the EV3 GT, EV4 Hatchback GT, and EV5 GT. Ever

The K4’s Place in the Market The Kia K4 enters the 2026 model year with a modest price bump, now starting at $22,190 MSRP – an increase of just $200 over the previous year. Still, the K4 remains among the most affordable new cars available in the U.S. market, a position that stands out even more as the roughly $20,000 Nissan Versa is getting axed after the 2025 model year. In this lower-cost space, the K4 overlaps with a handful of budget-friendly alternatives, including the Hyundai Venue and Ch

The all-new 2027 Kia Telluride will go on sale in the first quarter of 2026. It will introduce new engines (including a hybrid) and an assertive look for Kia’s wildly successful three-row crossover. But if you can’t wait until then, the 2025 Telluride is still on sale, and it hardly feels outdated. Plus, the current model has a smooth V6, something the new one lacks. For December, there are some tempting Kia Telluride lease offers to consider, so here’s a detailed look at the numbers. Related: 2

Many manufacturers have discontinued hatchback models in the United States in recent years, but Kia’s new K4 is a welcome addition to the segment. It’s stylish, excellent value for money, and more practical than the K4 sedan introduced first. What the K4 doesn’t have is a manual gearbox, which would be especially welcome on the model with the turbocharged engine. However, Kia won’t rule out a stick shift for its new hatchback—all it needs is sufficient demand for the option. Related: Manual Tran

The 2025 Kia Telluride has been a smashing success in the United States, selling over 123,000 units last year, but for 85,448 buyers, it's just become a safety risk. According to a new recall filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the seat back frames for both front-row perches "fail to properly restrain an occupant during a crash," increasing the risk of injury. Vehicles produced from November 1, 2024, to August 8, 2025, and equipped with power front seats, suffer from a

Kia is turning the Times Square New Year’s Eve countdown into a rolling commercial for its all-new 2027 Telluride, using one of TV’s most watched minutes to relaunch its American flagship SUV. At 11:59 p.m. on 31 December, the giant screen directly under the famous ball at One Times Square will hand over the final 60 seconds of 2025 to Kia’s second-generation Telluride and the team that builds it. Kia

Kia EV6 Drops Nearly $6K as EV Price War Heats Up With new car prices now averaging around $47,000, it is becoming harder for buyers to find genuinely affordable options. That is why fresh discounts in the EV space are getting attention. According to ordering guides obtained by CarsDirect, the 2026 Kia EV6 is receiving a significant price cut of nearly $6,000. The entry-level EV6 Light is now expected to start at just under $38,000, with some reports pointing to a closer to $37,000 price depend