IS THERE STILL A MARKET FOR THREE ROW SUV’S?

The KIA brand is demonstrating how to hedge its bets in the current automotive market. On one hand the carmaker offers small fuel efficient and fully electric passenger vehicles. On the other hand as Bumpe2Bumpertv shares the company is offering potential buyers some real options for those who want extra seating space, cargo capacity and towing capability.

A THROWBACK LOOK WITH CURRENT TECHNOLOGY.

Not so long ago several automakers offered hatchback models to make compact vehicles more attractive. The KIA brand has revived that idea in the K4 hatchback and Bumper2Bumpertv finds it has some practical features.

CAN THIS TWO ROW CROSSOVER CHECK ALL THE BOXES?

Kia has been contending in the two row crossover/suv segment for several years. Bumper2Bumpertv thinks the Sportage with a hybrid power plant is a serious contender in the niche.

WHAT’S NEW AT THE NEW YORK AUTO SHOW?

That is the question we had when arriving at the Javitts Convention Center. However the 2026 event was also a clear demonstration that technology and design are constantly evolving.

IS IT A VAN, CROSSOVER OR AN SUV?

The KIA Carnival gets an updated drive train and other new tech for 2025. Bumper2Bumpertv thinks it might be a serious competitor to other multipurpose vehicles in the segment.

AN ASIAN BRAND CHALLENGES THE COMPETITION

It wasn’t that long ago that Korean brands were not considered worthy competitors to what was being built and sold by Japanese brands. But that has changed in the small sedan segment as Bumper2Bumpertv explains.

A CROSSOVER TOUGHENS UP.

The KIA brand offers several crossovers in tis lineup ranging from compact to large vehicles. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at one model that offers a version intended for use on less than perfect surfaces.

IT IS SHOWTIME IN THE CITY!!

The 2025 New York Auto International Auto Show lived up to its title. Bumper2Bumpertv tells us that despite no new products from the domestic big three, import nameplates got top billing.

A second time around with an EV.

DESPITE FORECASTS OF GLOOM AND DOOM FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLES-BATTERY POWERED SEDANS AND SUV’S ARE SLOWLY GAINING TRACTION IN THE NORTH AMERICAN MARKET AND AROUND THE GLOBE. WITH THAT IN MIND BUMPER2BUMPERTV TOOK A SECOND LOOK AT WHAT THE KIA EV6 BRINGS TO THE PARTY.

FULL SIZED AND FULLY ELECTRIC!!

Does it make sense to build a seven passenger SUV powered only by a Battery electric power source. Bumper2Bumpertv tells us that KIA thinks it makes sense and why not add in some extra touches as well.

BUILDING THE BRAND SAVANNAH STYLE!!

With North America becoming one of the most important markets in the world for Hyundai the company’s big investment in the Savannah Georgia area will be a key facility. Bumper2Bumpertv finds that a new assembly plant is only part of the brand’s investment in the area.

A GLOBAL CARMAKER’S APOLOGY

When social media provided instructions on how to steal some KIA and Hyundai models the company decided to keep customers happy with a new anti theft solution. Bumper2Bumpertv checked out one of those projects in Atlanta.

NEW YORK GOES LARGE FOR THE 2024 AUTO SHOW

While the industry is trying to engage new customers with EV’s, some long standing gasoline powered models are still commanding the loyalty of some enthusiasts. That was one of the things evident at this years New York International Auto Show as Bumper2Bumpertv learned.

SOME COLD FACTS ABOUT EV’S IN WINTER WEATHER!

Battery electric vehicles are becoming more prominent as an alternative to fossil fuel platforms. But there may be some challenges for drivers in extreme climates as Bumper2Bumpertv learned when testing a KIA EV6

THE WEST COAST MOVES ON JUICE POWER!!!

The 2023 edition of Automobility LA demonstrates how much the auto industry has evolved in the past few years. Bumper2Bumpertv has an overview of what that will mean to potential car buyers these days.

2023 KIA EV6 GT FAST AND GREEN

Electric vehicles are known for their quick response. But as Bumper2Bumper learned the KIA EV6 takes performance to a different level on voltage alone.

SMALL BUT CHARGED—THE KIA NIRO EV

The latest version of the compact Niro demonstrates that a lot of technology can be packed into a small package. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at what’s included in the Battery Electric Vehicle.

2019 LA Auto Show

If there was any doubt that the auto industry is embracing technology in a big way it was dispelled at the 2019 Los Angeles Auto Show. Bumper2Bumpertv has an overview of a few of the highlights.

The KIA K900, continuing to break down barriers.

Kia is taking a different approach to their full sized luxury sedan the K900. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at the vehicle which got a makeover both inside and out.

Making the sausage, how GAAMA chooses the best family car.

If it is spring then it i time for the annual Family Car Challenge. The event sponsored by the Greater Atlanta Automotive Media Association demonstrates how winners and losers are chosen in the family car segment. Bumper2Bumpertv has a peek into the process.