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Three Kia models recently took home wins in U.S. News & World Report's Best Hybrid and Electric Car Awards. While the 2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid won the Best Midsize Hybrid SUV category, the 2026 Kia Niro Hybrid was named Best Subcompact Hybrid SUV. Meanwhile, U.S. News & World Report crowned the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV the Best Compact Plug-In Hybrid SUV. The evaluation process considered several key factors, including fuel efficiency and in-house expert reviews. Let’s take a look at what these three award-winning Kia models bring to the table.

The federal government is adjusting its electric vehicle incentive programs. The Clean Vehicle Credit, which can reduce your tax liability by up to $7,500, is set to expire on September 30, 2025, unless extended by Congress. The tax credit for installing a home EV charger will end shortly after, on June 30, 2026. If you’re in the Phoenix area and considering a new EV or a home charging setup, these dates are critical to your planning.

Vincentric's Best Fleet Value in America award is a highly coveted award within the auto industry. As a data, knowledge, and insight provider, Vincentric examines the "Dynamic Cost to Own" of different vehicles. Dozens of organizations use Vincentric data to gain more insight into the total costs of models like the Kia EV9.
 

The latest Financial Times' Future of the Car Summit featured a fascinating debut: the Kia PV5 WAV (Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle). As anyone with mobility issues already knows, it's difficult to find vehicles that accommodate one's unique needs. Just any regular EV won't do. Kia saw this need and designed their PV5 WAV to meet the needs of all valued customers.
 

IONNA - the joint venture funded by leading automakers such as BMW, General Motors, Kia, and Honda - recently announced its transition from public beta testing to full-scale national release.

The Kia EV9 continues to rack up the accolades. It was recently named Cars.com's Best Electric Vehicle of 2025. Not only does this electric-powered luxury SUV offer great comfort for the entire family, but it's also remarkably practical. Striking exterior styling and an attractive starting price make the vehicle even more appealing. Let's take a closer look at what Cars.com's team loved about the new EV9.

 

Kia's appearance at the SEMA Show was a big hit this year. They unveiled two concept EV designs that were named "ADVNTR" and "WKNDR." Their main theme for the show was adventure, and they did a great job inspiring a sense of adventure during the show in Las Vegas. SEMA highlights everything that's coming for the future of automobiles, from exciting concept designs to customized trucks, you can see the future today when you go to the annual SEMA show.
 

Kia's model lineup is one of the biggest in the industry. For families, they have a classy range of CUV and SUV models like the quirky Soul and the mighty Telluride. The Carnival is the arguably the most affordable upper-tier MPV in the world today and dares to defy tradition while at the same time delivering a warm and familiar interior. Kia also offers sedans, hybrid, and electric models to accommodate today's more choosy drivers.
 

In recent years, electric vehicles (EVs) have witnessed a remarkable surge in popularity, driven by advancements in technology and a growing environmental consciousness. Nonetheless, despite their numerous benefits, myths and misconceptions about electric vehicles still persist.

Kia's EV9 is more than just an all-electric SUV. It's an all-electric SUV concept that changes the fundamental way we think about automotive design in general. With a flat roofline and rugged, blocky frame accents, this one is straight out of the future. On the inside, Kia changes the game with a 27-inch ultra-wide display that combines both the instrument panel and touchscreen infotainment system into a beautifully unified keystone of technology.