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| Cathal Kealey (Head of Marketing & PR at Kia Ireland), Liam Crowley (2026 Rás Tailteann competitor) and Séamus Domegan (Cairde Rás Tailteann) pictured at Kia’s sponsorship launch of Rás Tailteann 2026. |
Kia Ireland has renewed and expanded its sponsorship of the 2026 Rás Tailteann, the iconic five-day international cycling race taking place from May 20 to 24 across Ireland, writes Brian Byrne. Kia’s support includes a fleet of plug-in hybrid passenger vehicles and fully electric PV5 Cargo vans to help with race logistics.
The company is also sponsoring the race’s yellow jersey, awarded to the overall leader after each stage.
Now in its 71st edition, this year’s Rás Tailteann will cover more than 793km across 11 counties, featuring 21 categorised climbs before concluding in Dunboyne, Co Meath.
Kia Ireland said the partnership reflects its commitment to the event, while organisers welcomed the increased backing as 'hugely important' for the delivery of the race.