Kia Safety Spotlight | Akron OH

When it comes to safety, Kia continues to set the standard year after year. The 2025 and 2026 Kia models are some of the safest vehicles you can buy today, combining cutting-edge technology with thoughtful engineering to help protect you and your loved ones. An ongoing commitment to safety has earned Kia numerous awards and top ratings from trusted institutions.

In fact, three 2025 Kia models recently took home the highest safety honors from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), including the all-new Kia K4. With achievements like that, it’s easy to see why Kia drivers feel more confident behind the wheel.

Kia Drive Wise

Kia doesn’t just rely on strong crash-test ratings. It actively designs smarter ways to keep you safe every time you drive. That’s where Kia Drive Wise comes in. This suite of driver-assist features is all about giving you extra peace of mind on the road. From city traffic to long highway drives, Drive Wise technologies work quietly in the background to help you handle it all with ease. It can help with lane changes, parking, maintaining a safe distance from other cars, or even detecting potential hazards before they happen. Explore the available Drive Wise technologies across Kia’s 2025 and 2026 lineup, and you’ll find an impressive range of intelligent systems built to keep you confident no matter where you’re headed.

To help give you added peace of mind, many Kia models are equipped with most of these advanced systems as standard or available features. Another available feature on most Kia vehicles is a Head Up Display that will project vital vehicle information — like turn-by-turn navigation or warning lights — directly in front of you as you’re driving so you can keep your eyes on the road and hands on the wheel.

Kia Connect

On top of safety tech that looks out for you while you drive, Kia also gives you ways to stay connected and in control, even from a distance, with Kia Connect. This innovative system brings your car and your digital life together with tools that make ownership easier and more enjoyable. With Remote Start and Climate Control, you can start your Kia remotely and adjust the climate before you even walk out the door. Digital Key 2.0 lets you unlock and start your vehicle without the physical key, and you can even share digital access with family or friends. If you’ve ever forgotten where you parked, Find My Car makes locating it simple by guiding you right to it.

You can even use your voice to control features like Remote Start through Amazon Alexa integration, and with the Smartwatch App (available for iOS and Android), you can check vehicle info or activate remote functions right from your wrist. Moreover, Rear Occupant Alert sends an alert to your smartphone if it detects movement inside your car after it’s locked, helping you stay aware at all times. Kia Connect also keeps your system current through Over-the-Air Updates, ensuring your infotainment and navigation are always running the latest software. Plus, the Driving Score and Usage-Based Insurance feature helps track your driving habits and could even lower your insurance rates for safe driving.

To match different needs, Kia offers four flexible Kia Connect plans. The Lite plan includes must-have features like 911 Connect, My Trips, and Maintenance Alerts at no cost for up to five years. Upgrade to the Care package for $5.99 a month to add extras like Curfew Alerts and Roadside Assistance. For those who love convenience, the Plus plan at $14.99 monthly includes Remote Lock/Unlock, Remote Climate Control, and Find My Car. And if you want the most advanced connected experience, the Ultimate plan for $19.99 per month brings it all together with Alexa Home-to-Car integration and personalized navigation features.

Kia’s approach to safety and technology proves that peace of mind doesn’t have to come at the expense of fun or convenience. Between award-winning crash protection, advanced driver-assistance systems, and connected features that make daily driving easier than ever, the 2025 and 2026 Kia models are built to keep you safe, smart, and connected on every adventure.

Kia Architecture

Of course, the basis of a vehicle’s safety comes down to how it is built. Throughout the Kia lineup, you’ll find advanced components and durable structures. Dual front airbags, front-seat-mounted side airbags, and side curtain airbags are standard for front- and second-row seating positions. Quite a few Kia models feature an Iso-Structure that is made of high-strength steel that reinforces body integrity through Kia’s manufacturing techniques.

In addition to the previously mentioned Kia Drive Wise driver-assist systems, Kia also integrates a handful of active safety technologies that are constantly working behind the scenes. This includes smart features like Electronic Brake-force Distribution, Electronic Stability Control, and Traction Control.

To see any of these incredible safety features in action, feel free to stop by and see us at VanDevere Kia in Akron, Ohio.