Camelback Kia Blog - News & Events

 

For the third year in a row, the Kia EV9 was named KBB Best 3-Row EV. This prestigious award puts the 2026 Kia EV9 in an elite class. KBB praises the vehicle for its family-friendly cabin, fast-charging capabilities, impressive driving range, and class-leading warranty.

 

For those who want to play it safe on the road, the 2026 Kia Sorento is a perfect option. The 2026 Sorento is proud to be a 2025 Top Safety Pick+, as rated by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). This award is no small accomplishment, as it is the highest safety rating in the auto industry. The 2026 Sorento joins a handful of other Kia vehicles that have also won an IIHS Top Safety Pick+ award.

 

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.