IRVINE, Calif., November 12, 2007 – Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced it will promote Len Hunt to president and chief executive officer. Mr. Hunt has served as the executive vice president and chief operating officer for KMA during the past two years, and replaces B.G. Lee who has returned to Korea.

"This decision reflects a solid vote of confidence in the leadership of Len Hunt," said E.S. Chung, president and CEO of Kia Motors Corporation (KMC). "He has put together and empowered a team of seasoned professionals to help Kia flexibly meet the changing U.S. market situation, and he is the right choice to lead the company going forward."

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