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Police-taunting motorcycle rider hospitalised after 100mph crash

Published 08 May 2019
By James Allen
Police in Florida have released terrifying footage of a motorcycle rider smashing into a car on a highway.

Driving with… William Hardie

The master craftsman behind some of the most wacky, wonderful designs you will see on TV drives the All-New Kia Optima Sportswagon to the seaside
Published 27 November 2016

In perfect harmony

Will Spencer tests the new Kia Optima Plug-In to see if its hi-tech spec can help make life easier. So, will he end up singing its praises?
Published 13 November 2016

An HONEST day’s work

Phil Eeles, the co-founder of Honest Burgers, runs the Kia Optima Sportswagon through its multitasking paces
Published 30 October 2016
Red setters Jake, Quiz, Phoebe and Coda with the Kia Optima Sportswagon GT-Line S

Dogs' best friend

No one knows the joy of running wild better than our canine companions. And few cars are better suited than the Kia Optima Sportswagon
Published 16 October 2016
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New York show: All the big news from the Big Apple...

Detroit may still be the powerhouse of the US car industry, but New York is where the money is
Published 03 April 2015
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Kia Optima review (2014-on)

Kia’s largest saloon is unashamedly aimed at business users, limiting its appeal
Published 05 September 2014