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Hindustan Times
an hour ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Kia India announces service camp for its customers
Kia Carens Clavis is the manufacturer's most recent launch. It will be available in seven variants and three engine options. Notify me Kia India has announced the commencement of a nationwide Ownership Service Camp, reaffirming its commitment to delivering a premium ownership experience and strengthening customer trust. The initiative, which is set to run until July 1, 2025, will span over 445 authorized service centers across 329 cities, highlighting the brand's extensive service network and customer-first approach. This service camp has been curated to offer a host of complimentary services and exclusive offers aimed at enhancing both customer satisfaction and vehicle performance. One of the primary highlights is a complimentary 36-point vehicle health check, which includes detailed inspections of key areas such as the exterior, interior, engine bay, underbody, and on-road performance. This thorough evaluation is designed to help Kia owners maintain their vehicles in optimal condition. Also Read : Hyundai announces monsoon service camp, offers comprehensive inspection, discounts & more In addition to the free vehicle inspection, Kia is offering attractive discounts across a range of services. Customers can avail a 20 per cent discount on car care services, up to 10 per cent off on Extended Warranty plans, 10 per cent off on Roadside Assistance (RSA) packages, and 10 per cent discounts on parts, labour, and Kia Genuine Accessories. Adding to the value proposition, Kia India has introduced a 3+2 years Roadside Assistance package for customers who provide successful referrals during the service camp. Referees also stand to benefit from this offer. Further, the campaign includes exclusive benefits on the Syros Accessories package and attractive exchange bonus schemes, making it an appealing time for customers considering an upgrade. Also Read : Five effective monsoon hacks to keep you car safe, dry and rust-free this rainy season Mr. Joonsu Cho, Chief Sales Officer of Kia India, emphasized the brand's philosophy, stating, 'Customer satisfaction is at the heart of Kia's brand ethos. Through initiatives like the Kia Ownership Service Camp, we aim to foster enduring relationships with our valued customers by ensuring the highest standards of safety, comfort, and convenience throughout their ownership journey with Kia." The camp also offers interactive sessions to educate customers on Kia's advanced technologies, responsible driving habits, and basic vehicle maintenance. Additionally, Kia is providing complimentary used car valuation and exchange offers, ensuring a complete, customer-focused aftersales experience. Get insights into Upcoming Cars In India, Electric Vehicles, Upcoming Bikes in India and cutting-edge technology transforming the automotive landscape. First Published Date: 28 Jun 2025, 09:06 AM IST
Daily Mail
11 hours ago
- Automotive
- Daily Mail
RAY MASSEY: New Genesis is a proper revelation
In the beginning was Genesis – the car firm, not the rock band, nor the opening book of the Bible. Ten years ago the upmarket Korean manufacturer became a standalone spin-off from its parent company Hyundai, which also owns Kia. And just four years ago in 2021, with great razzmatazz, Genesis launched itself in the UK and mainland Europe. But a combination of being the new kid on the block during a period of market instability, plus a slew of cheaper Chinese imports, meant the supposed springboard into the mainstream proved muted. So Genesis went back to the drawing board, slimmed down its range and is in the process of relaunching itself with a fresh stable of models – starting with the revamped G70 Electrified SUV, which I've just been driving. It's the first new Genesis in two years, although it will be followed by the smaller GV60 available to order from July. The new GV70 is a big beast packed with plenty of power – including a 'boost' button and fingerprint authentication. It's a smart alternative to established rivals from BMW, Audi and Tesla. Its styling is also suspiciously like that of a Bentley – at a fraction of the price. But imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. Riding on 20in wheels, powered by an 84kWh battery (up from 77kWh) and with two electric motors, my all-wheel drive 490hp GV70 accelerates from rest in just 4.4 seconds – providing you press the 'boost' button and hold on to your hat when you do. For the rest of the time, it sails along with a more than adequate 440hp, with good handling and precise steering. Its engaging feel is in part due to a 'virtual gear shift' system, which electronically mimics the feel and sound of an 8-speed automatic gear-box on a petrol car. Beautifully finished outside and in, there are three trim levels, starting with Pure on 19in, priced from £65,915; Dynamic from £70,715 and range-topping Luxury with sumptuous Nappa leather which I tried first, from £74,915 – the latter two both on 20in tyres. There are three main drive modes – Eco, Comfort and Sport – plus a new 'AI' mode that reads the road and your driving style and adapts accordingly There are three main drive modes – Eco, Comfort and Sport – plus a new 'AI' mode that reads the road and your driving style and adapts accordingly. You can also set up the car for mud, sand and snow. There's decent space in the flexible boot, too, which expands from 503 litres to 1,678 litres with the rear seats down. Another neat detail is the charging port door on the front grill heats up in winter to prevent it freezing. Inside the beautifully appointed cabin, the centrepiece of the new dashboard design is a vast 27-inch one-piece digital display which dominates the front near the flat-bottomed steering wheel. But there are still plenty of physical buttons. Relaxation was assured as I was serenaded by a harmonious Bang and Olufsen 15-speaker surround-sound system. Fast charging is good with an 80 per cent charge promised in 19 minutes on a fast charger, but range at under 300 miles – at 298 miles it's an increase from 283 miles - is still lagging behind the competition. You can even 'clean' your phone as it charges - bathed under ultra violet light to kill-off microscopic bugs – thanks to a UV-C sterilisation box. Not a bad revival for Genesis – a second time around. Time to salute AA as it reaches 120 It's time to salute the Automobile Association, which celebrated its 120th anniversary on Thursday this week. The AA breakdown service was originally founded in 1905 as a response to sneaky police speed traps – alerting members to constables hiding behind bushes. Warning drivers of an impending speed trap was – and remains – illegal. So to get around the law, the AA cunningly introduced the salute, which AA roadside patrols would give to every passing member's car (identified by an AA badge on the front grille) – UNLESS there was a police speeding trap ahead. The famous AA salute was dropped in 1962, coinciding with the first batch of yellow vans, which took over from motorcycles and sidecars, pictured.
Motor 1
13 hours ago
- Automotive
- Motor 1
The 2026 Kia Seltos Is Cheaper Because of This One Change
The average price of a new car is nearing $50,000, and consumers are increasingly shifting to more affordable alternatives . Unwilling to let those cost-conscious buyers go unserved, Kia has altered the Seltos lineup for 2026, cutting the starting price by $1,000 with the launch of a new entry-level front-wheel-drive trim. The Seltos will now start at $25,085 for the LX FWD (all prices include the $1,395 destination charge). Every other trim receives a $200 price bump, with the range-topping SX AWD now starting at $32,785. But it comes with quite a lot of kit. Model 2025 Price (w/ dest.) 2026 Price (w/ dest.) Price Change Seltos LX FWD N/A $25,085 N/A Seltos LX AWD $26,085 $26,285 +$200 Seltos S FWD $26,585 $26,785 +$200 Seltos S AWD $28,085 $28,285 +$200 Seltos EX FWD $27,585 $27,785 +$200 Seltos EX AWD $29,785 $29,985 +$200 Seltos SX AWD $32,585 $32,785 +$200 LED lighting, 18-inch alloy wheels, a power liftgate, wireless charging, premium Bose audio, and a 10.25-inch infotainment screen are standard equipment on the SX. Buyers can upgrade even further, with a 10.25-inch dual-screen setup and heated seats as available options. It's also the only trim available with the 190-horsepower turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine. The 2025 Seltos X-Line trim, which featured the powertrain, isn't available for 2026. The rest of the 2026 Seltos lineup continues to use the 147-horsepower 2.0-liter engine. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard with the 8.0-inch touchscreen on the LX, while the S and EX trims come with the 10.25-inch display that's also available on the SX. Photo by: Kia Photo by: Kia Kia didn't say when the 2026 Seltos will begin reaching dealers, but it should be soon. Here's More Kia Pricing News: Some Kia EV9 Trims Are Way Cheaper for 2026 The 2026 Kia Sportage Is Surprisingly Cheap Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . Source: Kia Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
The Sun
16 hours ago
- Automotive
- The Sun
Win a new car with Sun Bingo by bagging the full house prize in this game
SUN BINGO players could drive off into the sunset in a new car when they win the full house prize in our Win a Car game. We're taking things up a gear here at Sun Bingo. The full house winner of our Win a Car game will get a new Hyundai or Kia car. This wheely exciting offer gets better as eligible players who pre-buy at least 20 tickets in the promotional period will get an extra six free bingo tickets. We aren't screeching to a stop there… If you play with at least six tickets in the Win a Car game, and are present when the game plays out, you could still win even if you don't scoop a base prize. Those that miss out will get the chance to play a wheel bonus game where they can win a bingo bonus to spend on the next game, which has a £500 prize pot! Who? Only eligible players are allowed in the driver's seat. To participate, you must be a registered player, UK and ROI resident, and aged 18+ years old (registration and ID verification are required). You must also have either joined in the past 30 days or be an existing player that has deposited into their Sun Bingo account in the past 30 days. What? One almighty game is all that stands between you and a new Hyundai or Kia car. Tickets are 10p each, with every player able to purchase up to 90 tickets for the Win a Car game. Those that pre-buy at least 20 tickets within the promotional period will earn an additional six free tickets. Make sure you're in one of the hosting rooms when the game plays out so that you can see if you win one of the fantastic base prizes! There's £250 for 1L, £500 for 2L and, of course, the big one… a new Hyundai or Kia car for our full house winner. The winning doesn't stop there. Those playing with at least six tickets who are present in the room, but haven't been lucky enough to bag a prize, will get to play on our bonus wheel feature. This will award bingo bonuses that could be used for the next game, which has a cool £500 to be won! 1 When? You must buy your 20+ tickets before 11:59pm on 31st July to get your six free tickets. These will be credited before 8pm on 1st August. The main event, our Win a Car game, will play out at 9:15pm on 1st August. Where? Zoom over to one of our participating rooms. Remember, you need to be present in one of these rooms when the game plays out in order to access the wheel feature. The Win a Car game will play out in Sun Bingo Presents, Candy and Penny Press. Why? Summer isn't usually a time associated with getting gifts but that doesn't mean the hotter months shouldn't be. You could spend the summer holidays driving around in your new car, thanks to Sun Bingo. Even those that don't win can bag great cash prizes that'll make Summer 2025 the time of treats. How do I get my new car? Any prize money will be paid out immediately after the game has finished. In the event of more than one winner, winnings will be equally shared. The car prize will be processed and ownership will be completed within 56 days of winning. The prize will be fulfilled by our 3 rd party supplier, Brand Matters, and the winner's name, phone number and contact details will be passed on to Brand Matters to fulfil the prize. In the event of two or more winners winning the full house prize, the chat hosts will put the winners into a draw and will pick one lucky winner to receive the car. The full house winners not picked will receive an equal share of £500. If the winner does not have a driving licence or is not able to take the car, a cash alternative of £8000 will be awarded instead. Pre-buy 20 tickets or more for the Win a Car bingo game before 23:59 on 31 st July and get six free bingo tickets before 20:00 on 1st August. Accept and use free tickets within seven days. 18+. T&Cs apply. *New customers only. Register, deposit £10 and spend £10 on bingo tickets to receive £40 bingo bonus (accept within 48 hours and wager 4x within seven days) and £20 side games bonus (accept within 48 hours and wager 20x within 30 days) on Rainbow Riches in the bingo lobby. Both bonuses must be accepted in the bingo lobby. Only completed games are credited. Debit cards only. Deposits made with Neteller/Skrill/PayPal are not valid for this promotion. 18+. T&Cs apply. Commercial content notice: Taking one of the offers featured in this article may result in a payment to The Sun. 18+. T&Cs apply. Remember to gamble responsibly A responsible gambler is someone who: For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites.
Auto Blog
17 hours ago
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
U.S. Car Thefts Drop Sharply in 2024 After Four-Year Surge
Historic Drop: U.S. Car Thefts Fall Sharply After years of alarming headlines about rising car thefts, 2024 marked a dramatic shift: the United States saw the largest single-year drop in vehicle thefts in four decades. Reported thefts plummeted from a record 1,020,729 in 2023 to an estimated 830,000 in 2024 — a 17% decline that brought the numbers back to pre-pandemic levels. This reversal, after a four-year surge driven by viral theft trends and security flaws in popular models, is reshaping the conversation around auto crime in the US. Previous Pause Next Unmute 0:00 / 0:10 Full screen The top 10 best value used cars in 2025 Watch More From Surge to Sharp Decline: What Changed? Between 2020 and 2023, car thefts soared, fueled by vulnerabilities in certain Hyundai and Kia models, social media 'challenges' that spread theft techniques, and the broader disruptions of the pandemic era. The 2023 peak was the highest in decades, sparking concern among drivers, insurers, and policymakers. But the story took a new turn in 2024. Multiple factors contributed to the sudden drop: Automaker Response: Hyundai and Kia rolled out software updates and distributed steering wheel locks to address immobilizer flaws that made their cars easy targets. Hyundai and Kia rolled out software updates and distributed steering wheel locks to address immobilizer flaws that made their cars easy targets. Law Enforcement Crackdown: Police agencies nationwide coordinated sting operations and public awareness campaigns, targeting organized theft rings and chop shops. Police agencies nationwide coordinated sting operations and public awareness campaigns, targeting organized theft rings and chop shops. Technology Adoption: More drivers installed aftermarket security devices and tracking systems, making theft riskier and recovery more likely. More drivers installed aftermarket security devices and tracking systems, making theft riskier and recovery more likely. Insurance Pressure: Insurers raised premiums and, in some cases, refused coverage for high-risk models, incentivizing both owners and manufacturers to address vulnerabilities. Some states saw theft rates fall by more than 30% in a single year, underscoring the broad impact of these efforts. Washington saw the largest year-over-year decrease in vehicle thefts in 2024 at 32%, followed by Nevada (31%), Oregon (30%), Nebraska (29%) and Colorado (26%). The Data: A Historic Reversal The chart below tells the story at a glance: a steady climb in thefts from 2020, peaking in 2023, followed by the steepest decline in modern history. Autoblog Newsletter Autoblog brings you car news; expert reviews and exciting pictures and video. Research and compare vehicles, too. Sign up or sign in with Google Facebook Microsoft Apple By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. Figure 1: Reported vehicle thefts in the United States surged to a historic high in 2023 before plunging sharply in 2024 and 2025, marking the largest decline in four decades. After a steady rise in car thefts peaking at over one million cases in 2023, the U.S. experienced an unprecedented drop in 2024 and 2025, returning theft rates to lower pre-pandemic levels. This dramatic reversal highlights the impact of coordinated efforts by automakers, law enforcement, and new security technologies in combating auto crime. It is worth remembering that this decline in thefts sits in the context of the number of vehicles on U.S. roads steadily increasing from about 250 million in 2010 to nearly 299 million in 2025. The drop is all the more remarkable. What's Next for Car Owners? While the steep decline is encouraging, experts caution that car theft remains a significant risk — especially as thieves adapt to new technologies and shift tactics. The recent drop demonstrates that coordinated action can make a difference, but it's not a reason for complacency. For car owners, the lessons are clear: Stay updated on manufacturer recalls and software fixes Use visible security devices and park in well-lit areas Remain vigilant, as theft trends can change quickly The Bottom Line The story of U.S. car theft in the 2020s is, for once, a good news story. It is no longer just about rising crime—it's now about how collective action and rapid response can reverse even the most troubling trends. As the numbers continue to fall in 2025, the focus shifts to maintaining these gains and staying ahead of the next wave of auto crime About the Author Brian Iselin View Profile
