Tens of millions of air bag inflators pose safety risk, possible recall looming: US auto safety regulators
U.S. safety regulators say about 50 million unsafe air bags are in cars being driven around by Americans, and are considering a recall impacting 13 auto manufacturers.
Kia recalls 460K Telluride SUVs over fire risk; urges owners to 'park outside'
Kia is recalling over 460,000 Tellurides made between 2020 and 2024, which could catch fire if a power-seat motor overheats, either in park or while driving on the road.
Hyundai, Kia car thefts up more than 1,000% since 2020
New data shows thefts of Hyundai and Kia vehicles have risen tenfold since 2020, after a TikTok social media challenge exposed the cars' vulnerabilities.
Seattle Kia owner leaves car at dealership after being fed up with constant break-ins
A Kia owner in Seattle got so fed up with his car being targeted by thieves that he decided to dump the vehicle off at the dealership where he bought it and walk home.
Viral video lands user a new car after her Stanley tumbler withstands fire
A TikTok video appearing to show a Stanley tumbler withstanding a car fire unscathed has gone viral and the company is set to buy the car owner a replacement vehicle.
Hyundai and Kia recall over 3M vehicles due to fire risk, urge owners to park outside
Hyundai and Kia announced a combined recall of 3.37 million vehicles after the automakers said electrical shorts in impacted vehicles could cause fires.
Kia announces recall after issue that could potentially trap people inside their vehicle was detected
Kia has announced a major recall after an issue was detected potentially causing people to accidentally trap themselves in their own vehicles.
Hyundai, Kia recalling 92K vehicles over fire risk
Korean automakers Hyundai and Kia are recalling nearly 92,000 vehicles following concerns about an oil pump assembly possibly overheating.
Kia to invest $200M in Georgia EV plant
South Korean automaker Kia will spend $200 million on its West Point, Georgia, facility to begin production of an electric-powered SUV, the company said Wednesday.
Baltimore sues Kia, Hyundai for inadequate security systems amid auto theft surge: 'Left residents vulnerable'
The city of Baltimore announced it is becoming the latest jurisdiction to sue the Kia Motor Company over its lack of anti-theft protections amid a nationwide Kia theft surge.
Hyundai and Kia to recall more than half million vehicles over fire concern
Hyundai and Kia are recalling more than 500k vehicles over concerns that a tow hitch harness could catch fire, regardless of if the car is parked or being driven.
Hyundai, Kia warn 570,000 US owners to park outside until recalls completed
Hyundai and Kia are asking customers to leave these models on the street until repairs can be made. The recall includes over 570,000 cars within the US.
Milwaukee becomes latest city to sue Kia, Hyundai over rampant thefts
Milwaukee becomes the latest city to announce a lawsuit against South Korean automakers Kia and Hyundai over rash of vehicle thefts, resulting in higher costs of fighting crime.
Wisconsin city looks to sue Kia, Hyundai over surge in vehicle thefts
Madison, Wisconsin, is the latest U.S. city to consider suing South Korean automakers Kia and Hyundai over a surge in thefts of the vehicles.
Kia, Hyundai roll out new anti-theft software upgrade
Hyundai and Kia have announced the long-awaited release of an anti-theft software upgrade to certain vehicle models after a social media challenge exposed their vulnerabilities.
Major insurers plan to drop two car models' coverage due to thefts: report
State Farm and Progressively are reportedly not writing new insurance policies for some models and years of Kia and Hyundai vehicles because of a rise in thefts.
With new EVs arriving, brand loyalty goes out the window
As demand outpaces supply customers jump to the first electric vehicle they can find, sending brand loyalty to an all time low in EV market.
Hyundai partners to build $4B plant in Georgia
Hyundai Motor Group is joining forces with a South Korean battery maker to build a $4 billion factory in Georgia to manufacture electric vehicle batteries.
South Korea seeks 3-year grace period on US EV tax incentive law
The EV tax credit, part of the Inflation Act, currently only exempts US made electric cars disqualify many South Korean made models from Hyundai and Kia.
Kia recalls 72,000 Sportage models, says park outside due to engine fire risk
Kia Sportages are being recalled for a second time over what the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is calling a fire risk in the engine area.