New Kia Rio Premieres at Paris International Motor Show

[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he all-new, fourth-generation Kia Rio will make its world premiere on 29 September in Paris, at the 2016 Mondial de l’Automobile. The Rio’s progressive new exterior and interior design was led by Kia’s design centres in Germany and California, in close collaboration with the company’s main design centre in Namyang, Korea. Straight lines and smooth surfacing…

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Made-In-Nigeria Auto Contest: Kia Rio versus Peugeot 301

Kia Rio and Peugeot 301 are two sub-compact sedans currently assembled in Nigeria. But why should an auto buyer pick one instead of the other. Motoring World’s Editor-in-Chief, FEMI OWOEYE, reviews both cars and provides a guide to prospective buyers… [dropcap]I[/dropcap]t is like comparing a Lion and a Tiger. Both assembled locally by Nigerians, Peugeot…

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Kia Nigeria Assembles 9000 Vehicles

…Forecasts Poor Sales in 2016 By: FRANK BOYEDE (Automotive Business Editor) Less than 12 months after its inauguration, Kia automobile plant in Nigeria has assembled 9000 vehicles, which it sold into the nation’s auto market. [dropcap]T[/dropcap]he company’s Managing Director, Mr. Jacky Hathiramani made the disclosure last week in an exclusive interview with Motoring World International….

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Geneva Motor Show: Kia Niro Hybrid Crossover to Début

[dropcap]A[/dropcap]ll-new Kia Niro will make its European debut at the 2016 Geneva International Motor Show (86th Salon International de l’Automobile) on 1 March. A low-emission hybrid crossover, the Niro marks the development of Kia’s first dedicated eco-car platform. The Kia Niro will offer the practicality and curbside appeal of a spacious crossover, together with the…

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