# S7E18 — Does Kia’s VP of Marketing have the easiest job in the U.S. Auto Industry?

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Podcast: [AI Auto Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/ai-auto-podcast-1376568)
Published: 2026-03-17T18:29:37+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode we sit down with Russell Wager, Vice President of Marketing at Kia America, who explains the strategy behind one of the industry’s most consistent success stories: the Kia Telluride. With the launch of its all-new second generation, the three-row SUV continues to deliver record-breaking sales and strong consumer demand.

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