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Kia Motors was founded in 1944, when Korean modernism was still in its infancy. We were a pioneer who produced the first bicycle and automobile locally. For half a century we have remained focused on a single purpose: manufacturing automobiles.
President and Chief Executive Officer, Kia Motors America, Sales, Marketing and Distribution
Len HuntPeer Companies
NAICS Code New Car Dealers: 441110
Recent Events
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Offshore carmakers coming to U.S.
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Kia Motors launches luxury Cadenza sedan
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SOUTH KOREA'S KIA MOTORS LAUNCHES K7 SEDAN
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Kia Motors launches K7 sedan
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Kia starts production at first U.S. plant
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Kia Motors Launches Production
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Korean Automakers Profit from Cash for Clunkers
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BASF enters global cooperation with Kia Motors
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S. KOREAN CO KIA'S NEW UPPER-END SEDAN TO BE NAMED 'K7'
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Florida jury awards mother $330 million in DUI fatality
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Kia Motors uses durable roof board for new plant
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Kia recalls Sportage SUVs in China on switch fault
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Caster Concepts Partners with KIA: Provides Safe Working Environment at New Georgia Facility
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Electric-powered cars dominate Frankfurt show
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KIA Chooses Caster Concepts as Partner: Provides Safe Working Environment at New Georgia Facility
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Kia makes a splash at Frankfurt Motor Show with all-new models and 'EcoDynamics' sub-brand
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Autos ready to shine anew
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Asia spy report.(NEW CARS)
- 2006-06-01
1. In case you didn't make it to the New York International Auto Show in April, here's the next Nissan Altima. It won't be for sale until fall. The front-drive sport sedan rides on an all-new chassis, and Nissan engineers promise it will be one of the...
Ford reduces starting price of 2006 Explorer.(Auto Monday)(Nuts & bolts)
- 2005-08-15
Byline: Dave Boe Since its debut in 1990, the mid-size, four-door Ford Explorer sport utility has checked in as America's best-selling SUV. Now for the 2006 model year, Ford adds significant content to Explorer while reducing pricing by an average of $1,750 less than...
Low-priced Aveo joins Chevrolet model lineup in 2004.(Auto Preview)
- 2004-07-22
Byline: Dave Boe Daily Herald Auto Editor Background: General Motors' largest volume division continues updating its compact car marketing strategy. For years, Chevrolet depended on Cavalier to lure entry-level buyers into showrooms. During its tenure, Cavalier was available in coupe, sedan...
Chicago Tribune Auto Notebook Column.
- 2004-05-02
By Jim Mateja, Chicago Tribune Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News May 2--NEW YORK -- Don't think for a moment that the Zephyr is to Lincoln as the Cimarron was to Cadillac. At least don't suggest any such thoughts around Jim O'Connor, group...
Fresh crop of lower-price cars pops up
- 2004-04-15
Auto companies eager for bigger profits are broadening their luxury menus by adding models and offering more products at lower prices. At the New York International Auto Show this week, open to the public through this weekend, Ford Motor's Lincoln brand plans to drive sales next year with a...
SUPPORT FROM LEASING COMPANIES MAKES AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY VIGOROUS.(Statistical Data Included)
- 2001-07-24
The automotive industry in Indonesia is an interesting phenomenon. Although national economy has not recovered from the crisis, the market demand for cars has resumed growth. In 1998, the domestic sales of cars dropped by 82.4% to only 58,321 units as a result of the monetary crisis...
Jaguar debuts new X-type entry luxury sedan next year.(AutoPlus)
- 2000-11-13
Byline: Dave Boe - Jaguar starts competing in the "entry luxury" segment beginning in 2001. Jaguar's all-new compact sports sedan goes on sale next summer in Europe and the rest of the world a few months later. The four- door X-TYPE...
AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY RESUMES VIGOR; IMPORTED CARS COLOR COMPETITION LANDSCAPE.
- 2000-05-23
Shortly after 1998, the automotive industry started to show some vigor. Throughout 1999, the domestic market absorbed as many as 93,814 units, up 60.9% from the previous year. This phenomenon is quite interesting, given that Indonesian economy has not moved completely out of the crisis and...
Kia gives Spectra sedan $12 mil coming-out party;Push includes network, cable; billboard along L.A. highway.(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
- 2000-05-08
Kia Motors America launches its fourth model, the Spectra sedan, with a $12 million budget in the first month of a network TV and cable push. Kia Motors America launches its fourth model, the Spectra sedan, with a $12 million budget in the first...
Kia franchise joins McGrath Buick and Nissan in Elgin.(AutoPlus)
- 2000-03-27
- When McGrath Buick opened for business in 1964, the dealership ushered in a new era for the Fox River town. McGrath was the first auto dealership welcomed into the community. In 1990, a Nissan franchise was added. Earlier this year, McGrath opened a...
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Decision Makers
| Name (plus bio) | Position |
|---|---|
| Len Hunt | President and Chief Executive Officer, Kia Motors America, Sales, Marketing and Distribution |
| Yoon Guk-Jin | President & Co-CEO |
| Eui-Sun Chung | Vice President |
| Tae Hwan Koo | Vice President |
| Pil-Hyun Hoo | General Manager, Investor Relations |
Board of Directors
| Name (plus bio) | Position |
|---|---|
| Mong-Koo Chung | Chairman & Co-CEO |
| Choi Yul | Board of Directors |
| Dong-Sung Cho | Board of Directors |
| Jong-Am Chung | Board of Directors |
| Jong-Chang Kim | Board of Directors |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Kia Motors Corp. | President and Chief Executive Officer, Kia Motors America, Sales, Marketing and Distribution | Current |
| Kia Motors America, Inc. | President and Chief Executive Officer, Sales, Marketing and Distribution | Current |
| Volkswagen of America, Inc. | Vice President, Volkswagen Brand Back Seat | Former |
| Organization | Position | Status |
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| Kia Motors Corp. | Chairman & Co-CEO | Current |
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| Kia Motors Corp. | President & Co-CEO | Current |
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| Kia Motors Corp. | Vice President | Current |
| Kia Motors Corp. | Board of Directors | Current |
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| Kia Motors Corp. | Vice President | Current |
| Kia Motors Corp. | Board of Directors | Current |
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| Kia Motors Corp. | General Manager, Investor Relations | Current |
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| Kia Motors Corp. | Board of Directors | Current |
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| Kia Motors Corp. | Board of Directors | Current |
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| Kia Motors Corp. | Board of Directors | Current |
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