April 2022

Kia announces 2023 Sportage Hybrid pricing starting at $28,505



(March 8, 2022) IRVINE, Calif. — Today, Kia announced pricing for the all-new 2023 Sportage Hybrid (HEV), the first electrified version of the brand’s stylish and capable SUV, starting at $28,505 including destination charge in LX trim. The 2023 Sportage HEV is the third model in an ongoing cadence of eco-minded offerings guided by ‘Plan S,’ the global Kia product electrification strategy.

Pick Cadillac in the snow

This 1960 pink Cadillac looks good in snow. The big GM luxury car was found in wintertime Nevada. Cadillac sold 142,184 cars in 1960, outpacing luxury rival Lincoln, which sold only 24,820 copies. (Photo By Jim Prueter)

Volvo awarded most 2022 IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ awards of any manufacturer



(April 8, 2022) MAHWAH, N.J. — Volvo Cars has earned 13 TOP SAFETY PICK+ (TSP+) awards from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Having achieved the highest rating from IIHS for every model tested, including the fully-electric C40 Recharge, Volvo is the most awarded 2022 IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ brand as of April 2022.

Avatars and animation — All-digital cluster on Bronco Raptor



(April 8, 2022) DEARBORN, Mich. — It’s fitting that a vehicle delivering the epitome of off-road capability treats its drivers to a visual experience like no other. From behind the wheel, the extreme off-road capability of the Ultra4-inspired 2022 Bronco Raptor is complemented by a dynamic display in a fully customizable 12-inch digital cluster that illustrates the optimization enabled by each drive mode.

Chrysler highlights pet-friendly features of Chrysler Pacifica



(April 7, 2022) AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Chrysler is “paws-ing” to profess its love for furry family members with National Pet Day just around the corner on April 11. The brand is highlighting pet-appropriate features and available Mopar accessories that make the Chrysler Pacifica the “purr-fect” home away from home for four-legged passengers.

Volkswagen ID.4 EV to embark on road trip with filmmaker Erika Gilsdorf



(April 7, 2022) HERNDON, Va. — Volkswagen of America has announced that it will be the Official Electric Vehicle Sponsor of the EV road trip series, “What Fuels You,” by filmmaker, Erika Gilsdorf, who will be embarking on a multi-month drive beginning this week in the brand’s all-electric ID.4 Pro S AWD vehicle across several states. Starting in Minnesota, Gilsdorf will drive her way through the snowy scenery and mountains all the way to the Great Plains while filming people and businesses that are driving change in their communities along the way.

Kia to debut of all-new 2023 Niro at New York Auto Show



(April 6, 2022) IRVINE, Calif. — Kia America returns to the New York International Auto Show next week with the North American debut of the all-new 2023 Niro. As a key component to Plan S, the brand’s ambitious electrification and sustainability initiative, the Niro arrives sporting many of the design cues first seen on the Habaniro concept, including the unique and aerodynamic panel along the C-pillar. Other hints at Niro’s concept-car origins may be found in the dramatically designed LED headlights and high-mounted taillights.