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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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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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Life After The Fall
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Five premieres for Kia at Frankfurt Motor Show
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New Kia Ceed Improves Fuel Consumption and Co2 Output With Michelin Tyres
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Life After the Fall
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2011 Kia Sorento - Get the Exterior to the Right Size
BNET
- 2009-11-02
If anyone ever wanted to see evolution in action, look no less than the Kia Sorento. All-new, the once truck-based SUV has crossed over into the new year as a crossover, looking longer and leaner. The former, claims Kia engineers, is in response to consumers' demand for optional seven passenger...
Kia Revives Hip Hamsters, To Do Heavy Lifting for the Brand
BNET
- 2009-10-30
Kia needs to get people to associate something with the brand other than "cheap and cheaply built." Kia's animated hamsters help the brand look hip. They're back after a hiatus. by Jim Henry
2010 Kia Sorento First Drive Review
BNET
- 2009-10-28
THE 2010 SORENTO is an important model for Kia, and yes, that's a line we seem to use a lot when talking about the smaller Korean's recent new models. Trying to bust out from under the shadow of its bigger brother Hyundai has KIA having to work harder to get...
Kia's Got Game for NBA
BNET
- 2009-10-28
Kia Motors is back for its second season in the National Basketball Association lineup, tipping off an expansive national activation that coincides with its first year as the league's official automotive sponsor.The automaker's partnership reignites today, as Kia will repeat its role as presenting sponsor of NBA Tip-Off Week. The...
Global Green Car Challenge Update: Halfway
BNET
- 2009-10-27
THE GLOBAL GREEN CAR Challenge kicked off on Saturday, and now that the 3000km event is around the halfway mark, it's time for an update on the teams efforts. HSV's unlikely entry, the V8-powered E-Series II Maloo ute is leading the pack and has so far achieved a remarkable average...
Family Cars Offer Poor Rear Visibility: NRMA
BNET
- 2009-10-08
RECENT TESTS UNDERTAKEN by NRMA Insurance show that most passenger cars in Australia offer poor rear visibility - a key factor in accidents leading to deaths of children in driveways. The 2009 Reversing Visibility Index, which lists results for 205 tested vehicles, shows that only 5 percent achieved a full...
Hyundai and Kia Keep Climbing Up the Sales Charts
BNET
- 2009-10-06
A favorable exchange rate underscores a lot of the other factors Hyundai and Kia have going for them in the United States, including a lot of new models and more distinctive styling. by Jim Henry
Kia Sticks with Sorento Name for All-New Crossover
BNET
- 2009-09-25
The 2001 Kia Sorento crossover is an all-new model that replaces the Kia Sorento SUV, starting in January 2010. The Kia Forte replaced the Kia Spectra, but in this case Kia kept the old name. by Jim Henry
Breaking News: Hyundai Motor chairman's son promoted
BNET
- 2009-08-21
Hyundai Motor Co. Chairman Chung Mong-koo's son was promoted to vice chairman at the automaker, Hyundai said on Friday. Hyundai Motor Co. Chairman Chung Mong-koo's son was promoted to vice chairman at the automaker, Hyundai said on Friday. Chung Eui-sun, formerly a president at Hyundai affiliate Kia Motors Corp., replaces...
IPG's Initiative Restructures
BNET
- 2009-08-13
Mauricio SabogalNEW YORK Interpublic Group's Initiative has appointed Mauricio Sabogal to the new position of worldwide managing director as part of a broader restructuring in which U.S. president Tim Spengler has been elevated to North American president and other executives take on expanded or new global duties.Sabogal will report to...
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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