Camelback Kia Blog - News & Events

 

Kia is known for affordability and quality, two things that have fueled the brand for 80 years now. To celebrate their 80th year of prosperity and giving, Kia decided on a celebration that honors everything good about the Kia automobile. And they invited along others who appreciate Kia's unique brand, such as the Hyundai Motor Group. It was a festive but professional night for the whole Kia family and all those who've admired them over the years.

 

It's basketball season again, and no one is more excited than the folks at KIA America. On October 29, 2025, the NBA announced that it would renew its partnership with Kia America and throw in partnerships with the WNBA and NBA G League as well. This is a win-win for both the world's premier basketball leagues and Kia, too. The recent announcement means more NBA, WNBA, and G League events, all with Kia's generous contributions and leadership leading the way.

 

There's a saying that all good things must come to an end. In the auto world, that saying often applies to retiring vehicles. At the end of the 2025 model year, Kia announced that it would retire the spunky Soul from its vehicle lineup. However, the automaker will continue to honor the Soul's original personality, capability, and all the unique attributes it brought to the Kia lineup.

 

Kia is a global leader in the automotive world, and it recently added another accomplishment to its lengthy list. Kia's all-electric vehicle, the EV9, has earned the Mass Market award in the J.D. Power 2025 U.S. Tech Experience Index Study. The 2025 EV9 earned this recognition for its one-pedal driving system that drivers find efficient, convenient, and user-friendly.

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.
 

Kia America recently celebrated the sale of one million certified pre-owned vehicles. While selling a million of any type of vehicle is impressive, certified pre-owned car, truck, and SUV sales are meaningful in their own right.

Kia supports a lot of great causes in the United States, and they've just added another worthy cause to their legacy. On March 21st, Kia announced that it would be working with The Nature Conservancy. This organization works hard at freshwater conservation and other causes that help improve the environmental conditions in the world. This isn't the first time Kia has taken an interest in environmental and community causes, but it is the first time they've worked with The Nature Conservancy.
 

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.