Kia Celebrated 25 Years at the Australian Open in 2026

The 2026 Australian Open has officially wrapped up — and it marked a major milestone for Kia.

This year celebrated Kia’s 25th consecutive year as the official automotive partner of the Australian Open, reinforcing one of the longest-standing sponsorships in global sport.

For customers at Tynan Kia Sutherland, it was another proud reminder of Kia’s growing global presence — and its expanding electrified vehicle range.

A 130-Vehicle Electrified Fleet Powered AO26

As part of the 2026 tournament, Kia supplied an impressive fleet of 130 official vehicles, supporting players, officials and tournament operations across Melbourne Park.

Notably:

• 55 were full electric vehicles
• 75 were hybrid models
• Around 40% of the fleet was fully electric

The electrified line-up included:

• Kia EV5
• Kia EV9
• Kia Carnival Hybrid
• Kia Sportage Hybrid

This showcased Kia’s commitment to sustainable mobility while maintaining the practicality and comfort required for a global sporting event.

A Milestone Year for Kia

Kia Australia CEO Damien Meredith described 2026 as an important year for the brand, both locally and globally.

The expanded electric and hybrid fleet at the Australian Open reflected Kia’s broader strategy of growing its EV and hybrid portfolio — something customers across the Sutherland Shire are increasingly interested in.

The partnership also highlighted Kia’s positioning as a sustainable mobility provider, using the tournament as a platform to demonstrate real-world EV and hybrid capability.

Kia and the Australian Open: A Long-Term Partnership

The Australian Open Tournament Director acknowledged Kia’s role over the past 25 years, noting that the partnership represented more than longevity.

Over a quarter of a century, Kia supported:

• Tournament transport operations
• Player mobility
• Fan engagement initiatives
• Global brand innovation

The 2026 event once again demonstrated how Kia continues to evolve with the event — particularly through electrification.

What This Means for Kia Drivers in NSW

For drivers in Sutherland, Miranda, Caringbah, Cronulla and surrounding areas, the Australian Open fleet highlighted something important:

Kia’s EV and hybrid models are no longer niche — they are becoming central to the brand’s future.

Vehicles like the:

• Kia EV9
• Kia EV5
• Kia Sportage Hybrid
• Kia Carnival Hybrid

are part of a growing shift toward lower-emission driving, improved efficiency and advanced technology.

Experience Kia’s Electrified Range at Tynan Kia Sutherland

As Kia continues expanding its electric and hybrid line-up in Australia, customers at Tynan Kia Sutherland can explore:

• The latest Kia EV models
• Hybrid family SUVs
• Advanced safety and driver-assist technology
• Practical family vehicles with improved efficiency

If the Australian Open fleet demonstrated anything, it’s that Kia’s electrified vehicles are ready for large-scale, real-world use.

Discover Kia at Tynan Kia Sutherland

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The 2026 Australian Open may be finished — but Kia’s momentum in electric and hybrid mobility is only just building. 🎾🚗⚡