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Kia EV9 sales are heating up in the US

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Over 1,400 Kia EV9 models were handed over in January, topping the EV6 in US sales. Kia EV9 outpaces EV6 despite record sales month Kia started the year strong, with EV sales growing 57% YOY. A big reason behind Kia’s success is the launch of its first three-row electric SUV, the EV9. long but is about the same height.

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Hyundai and Kia surge past Ford, GM to take second in US EV sales in 2023

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Hyundai and Kia placed second in the US EV market behind Tesla after a record sales year in 2023. Hyundai and Kia take second in US EV sales According to Kelley Blue Book estimates, a record 1.2 of the total US market with over 650,000 deliveries, topping Volkswagen, Subaru, and BMW for the first time.

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KIA: Double-digit enlargement in Q2

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Kia’s Strong point sedan is also doing neatly because of city consumers, who nonetheless favor smaller, extra cost-efficient automobiles. “Looking at markets on the West Coast like Los Angeles and San Francisco, as well as others, they are still heavy sedan markets, and we are doing really well there,” Watson stated.

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Hyundai to add hybrids at EV-only plant as rising demand throws a curveball

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Hyundai adds hybrids at its new dedicated EV plant Hyundai is shaking things up after initially announcing plans to build a $5.5B Hyundai’s EV sales share fell in all major markets in the first three months of 2024 compared to last year, including Korea (4.4% Despite this, Hyundai’s EV sales are still climbing in key markets.

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Hyundai is launching an electric van as its first export model based on its new EV platform

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Hyundai is building a new all-electric van for Iveco Hyundai revealed the news at a signing ceremony at its headquarters in Seoul, South Korea. Hyundai will build the chassis, while Iveco will customize the electric vans, distributing them through its network. This will likely help boost demand in Hyundai’s biggest market.

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Hyundai IONIQ 7 will go by IONIQ 9 as the brand’s first three-row electric SUV

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Hyundai plans to change the name of the electric SUV from IONIQ 7 to IONIQ 9 as it looks to build off Kia’s success with the EV9. Hyundai plans to change IONIQ 7 name to IONIQ 9 Hyundai has had early success with dedicated EVs, including the IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6, establishing itself as a leader in key markets. of the market.

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Hyundai sold nearly 269,000 electric vehicles last year as IONIQ 5 and 6 spark growth

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The South Korean automaker plans to strengthen its leadership in the EV market, with new models gaining momentum. The company saw solid sales growth across key markets, including North America, Europe, and India. Hyundai accelerated construction to take advantage of government incentives like the $7,500 tax credit.

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