Category Archives Technology

DrivingElectric 2019 Car of the Year is the Kia e-Niro

29th November, 2018, Posted by dovergarage

DrivingElectric has named its first Car of the Year, the Kia e-Niro, at the first ever DrivingElectric Awards The inaugural awards have been won by the all-new Kia e-Niro, and it’s not hard to see why. This pure electric, compact family SUV gets a range of 301 miles, and promises to be comfortable and great ... Read More

5-Year Green Goal

20th February, 2018, Posted by dovergarage

  By 2020, Kia’s green cars will be increased to 11 models, and is targeting a 25% improvement to average corporate fuel efficiency over 2014 levels. Over the next five years, 70% of Kia’s current engine range is set to be replaced by more efficient engines. Kia’s all-new Niro Hybrid Utility Vehicle (HUV) is planned ... Read More

Have your voice heard with Kia’s UVO: Apple CarPlay & Android Auto

6th December, 2017, Posted by dovergarage

Stay safe and connected with your hands remaining on the wheel through Kia’s UVO eServices system. UVO, a play on “Your Voice”, eServices is a telematics and infotainment system offered in select Kia vehicles marketed in the U.S. The system can be physically accessed by the touchscreen or control buttons that are conveniently located on ... Read More

Look, no hands! The future of steering wheels!

25th May, 2017, Posted by dovergarage

  Steering wheels are now smarter than ever before. As automobile manufacturers seek to make driving more comfortable and effortless, they are envisioning cars that require less effort on the driver’s part. Current day vehicles feature steering wheels that adjust automatically to suit drivers of varying physical statures, optimizing the level of comfort and control. Some steering ... Read More