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Preview: 2026 Kia EV4 Has a Long Range and Angular Styling
Kia says the EV4 will come in two main variants, both utilizing a 201-hp electric motor and front-wheel drive. The base Light trim gets a 58.3-kilowatt-hour battery, while the Wind and GT-Line will use an 81.4-kWh long-range battery. The driving range for the Light is estimated at 235 miles, while the long range is estimated at 330 miles. According to…
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Kia Niros Are Recalled to Fix Airbag and Seat Belt Problems
Key safety features may not work as intended due to a wiring problem 2024 Kia Niro PHEV By Keith Barry Kia is recalling more than 80,000 Niro EVs, plug-in hybrid EVs (PHEVs), and hybrid vehicles from the 2023 through 2025 model years to fix a problem with their airbags and seat belts. They may not work properly in a crash,…
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Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis Recall EVs for Power Loss While Driving
The problem: The problem has to do with the integrated charging control unit (ICCU), which sends power to low-voltage vehicle accessories and the 12-volt auxiliary battery. It’s kind of like the alternator in a gas-powered car. Due to a manufacturing issue, the ICCU might fail while the vehicle is in motion. If this happens, drivers may hear a “pop” noise.…
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2025 Kia K4 First Drive Review
With used cars still in short supply and most of the new car market focused on luxury vehicles and pricey pickups and SUVs, the K4 fills a niche that’s getting smaller every year. Even the least expensive K4 still costs $2,000 more than the starting price of the 2024 Kia Forte, the slightly smaller sedan it replaces. Knowing that buyers…
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