# High-Performing All-Wheel Cars The Kia Stinger wins AJAC 2019 Canadian Car of the Year By Amy Duong | Published 2019-04-26 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/20l-gtline References: [kia](https://www.kia.ca/stinger?sourceid=nav) & [kia](https://www.kia.ca/kia-news/367) [Kia's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ev-9-gt) impressive Stinger, part of the 2.0 GT-Line boasts a beautiful exterior design backed up with a powerful interior, awarding it the AJAC 2019 Canadian Car of the Year.' The Stinger delivers quick responsive functions with a powerfully smooth drive to ultimately deliver a highly balanced experience on the road. It is ready for any terrain with its all-wheel drive and dynamic suspension system. These functions allow drivers full control to adjust the way that their respective Stingers are handled in reference to one's personal preference or driving conditions. Additional details include available [Brembo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eccentrica-v12)® breaks that provide industry-leading braking technology, giving drivers incredible stopping power and the vehicle's powerful twin-turbo [V6](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissan-z) engine that is notably the fastest that Kia has ever made, providing a strong racing pulse. The Stinger underwent over 10,000km of track time testing on the German racetrack Nürburgring to promise perfect handling. It was also put through Sweden Arctic Winter testing as well, spending two months on a frozen lakebed in temperatures as low as -35⁰C to measure low-grip weather conditions. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **All-wheel Drive Cars:** Opportunity to develop advanced all-wheel drive systems that enhance performance and control. - **Dynamic Suspension Systems:** Potential for innovative suspension technologies that improve comfort and handling. - **Advanced Braking Technology:** Disruption in the braking industry by creating cutting-edge brake systems for improved performance and safety. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive:** Potential for automotive manufacturers to incorporate advanced all-wheel drive systems and dynamic suspension technologies in their vehicles. - **Automotive Performance:** Opportunity for companies in the automotive performance industry to develop advanced braking technologies for high-performance vehicles. - **Automotive Testing and Simulation:** Industry that can benefit from providing testing and simulation services for evaluating the performance and handling characteristics of vehicles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [High Speed-Capable Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ev-9-gt.md) - [Sporty High-End SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-kia-sportage.md) - [Dynamic Auto Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-k4-hatchback.md) - [High-End Electric SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kia-ev9-gt.md) - [Sleekly-Designed Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-rs-etron-gt.md) - [Sleek Sedan Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kia-k4.md) - [Tough Tech-Packed PHEVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2023-kia-sportage-phev.md) - [Weatherized Winter Concept Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/x-snow-speedium.md) - [Powerful All-Electric Station Wagons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-a6-avant.md)