KIA MOTORS AMERICA ANNOUNCES NEW VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES

Tom Loveless Joins Kia

IRVINE, Calif., June 15, 2007 – Kia Motors America, Inc. (KMA) announced today that Tom Loveless will be joining the company as vice president of sales, effective June 20, 2007.

In his new position, Loveless will report to Len Hunt, executive vice president and chief operating officer, who has personally handled the company’s sales functions since February 2006.

"We look forward to integrating Tom’s strong sales and marketing experience and proven leadership approach into our executive management team," said Len Hunt, executive vice president and chief operating officer. "Together we will work to achieve our short and long-term objectives."

Kia Motors America – the sales, marketing and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corp. in Seoul, South Korea – offers a complete line of vehicles through more than 630 dealers throughout the United States. For more information, including photography, visit www.kiamedia.com.