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KIA AMERICA POSTS HIGHEST FIRST QUARTER SALES TOTAL IN COMPANY HISTORY
Kia America sold a total of 207,015 vehicles in the first quarter of 2026, achieving the highest first quarter sales in the company's history. This represents a 4 percent increase year-over-year, underscoring Kia's continued steady growth despite uncertain market conditions.
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