Forte-fied The Stonic and Soluto are spearheading Kia’s resurgence in the market. Unbeknownst to many, the Korean automaker also has a turbocharged sedan in their lineup, and no, I’m not talking about the Stinger. I’m referring to the Forte. Its name is a figure of speech used to refer to...
Kia Stonic 1.4 EX AT Written by Chris Van Hoven The Kia Stonic deserves to be on everyone’s radar as a feature-packed offering below the P1-million mark. We learned why after a 200-km drive from Bonifacio Global City to Tagaytay. The Stonic is Kia’s latest entry into the emergingly popular...
Over the course of late 2019 and throughout 2020, something curious has been going on with several car brands; they’ve been changing their logos. Take a look at the likes of Volkswagen, BMW, Nissan , Kia , GM, and most recently, Peugeot. Their logos have transformed from the formerly 3D-effect ,...
Kia Stonic 1.4 EX AT The long lockdown and continued health and safety restrictions can take their toll on many. No doubt, some of your are already seeking out brief ways to escape the monotony of the city. With many tourist spots beginning to open up, quick escapes for a breather are now possible....
The fun-loving, feature-packed crossover Text and photos by Eric Tipan In case you’re interested in the Kia Seltos subcompact crossover but can’t make out its personality, let me tell you, the two-tone body color of the SX variant is an instant giveaway. It’s perky (almost hyperactive even)...
Plans also include new dealerships and perhaps a new K-pop partnership Written by Eric Tipan As the brand introduced a new slogan early this year, Kia Philippines used its ‘power to surprise’ and revealed big plans to drive them to their two main goals in 2021, double market share and...
From motors to movement Kia's new logo, signifying its new strategy and vision. There are big things in store for Kia. During a global announcement last week, Kia shared the many changes, renewed purpose, and bolder vision it has for the future. This change is marked by a new logo, a new brand...
The implementation of the safeguard measure on imported completely built-up (CBU) passenger cars and light commercial vehicles (LCVs) is expected to stunt industry growth, pulling back by five years or to 2016 level as sales are projected to hit 397,000 units only by 2025 instead of 439,000 units...
The compact SUV with a bold statement Text and photos by Neil Pagulayan Being one of the most popular car segments these days, compact crossover SUVs are practically everywhere on the road. To stand out from the crowd while still offering the best features of the segment, Kia has the standout...
A closer look at the Soluto Text and photos by Chris Van Hoven With the current situation, there’s never been a more crucial time to get a car. Granted, the finances may not necessarily agree. That’s why it’s important to find a car that gets you the most bang for your buck. The B-segment...
Style that is iconic After a providing the public with a sneak peek of its upcoming crossover, Kia Philippines finally unveils its latest model, the Stonic crossover. Aimed at fun-loving, goal-driven, young trendsetters, the Stonic lives up to modern-day demands, particularly young, active, and...
Starts at P675K introductory price Written by Neil Pagulayan Why settle for a sedan when you can have a crossover? This is the idea Kia put forth when it hinted the arrival of their newest model, the Stonic subcompact crossover SUV. The Stonic, which slots below the Seltos, was hinted as far back...
