Green Car Congress

MAY 19, 2022

Kia Corporation will establish a new manufacturing facility dedicated to producing electric Purpose Built Vehicles (PBVs). The intelligent new production hub for PBVs will be located within Kia’s existing Hwaseong manufacturing site in Korea. —Ho Sung Song, President and CEO of Kia Corporation.

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Teslarati

APRIL 5, 2024

Kia is prepared to fully invest in electric vehicles (EVs), despite growing concerns of slowing demand for EVs. During Kia’s CEO Investor Day event, the Asian carmaker announced plans to sell 3.2 Kia ultimately aims to boost its global EV sales to 4 million by 2027 and 4.3 million by 2030.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 19, 2021

The all-new 2022 Kia EV6 crossover arrives as the brand’s first dedicated battery electric vehicle (BEV). The introduction of EV6 signals the US launch of Kia’s ‘Plan S’ strategy that will deliver 11 all-new electrified models across the world by 2026. Starting with the EV6, Kia’s EV lineup will carry a unique naming convention.

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Teslarati

JANUARY 8, 2024

South Korean automakers Hyundai and Kia placed second together in US electric vehicles (EV) sales after Tesla, beating Detroit-based legacy automakers Ford and General Motors. Hyundai and Kia, along with the Genesis brand, are owned by Hyundai Motor Group, which holds the fourth-largest share in the US car market.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Kia Motors Corporation previewed its global electric vehicle (EV) business strategy; the brand will launch seven new dedicated BEVs by 2027 across several vehicle segments. Kia also released an early sketch of several of the brand’s future dedicated Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs). —Ho Sung Song.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 12, 2023

Kia held a groundbreaking ceremony for its dedicated plant for the production of battery-electric purpose-built vehicles (PBV). Kia will invest around one trillion KRW (approximately US$758 million) to secure 99,000 acres of land, with the company planning to start mass-production in the second half of 2025. Earlier post.)

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Electrek

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Hyundai and Kia’s most popular electric models set new September US sales records, with momentum expected to continue into the end of the year. more… The post Hyundai IONIQ 5 and Kia EV6 set new September US sales records appeared first on Electrek. Who says EVs are not selling in the US?

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 13, 2023

Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Corporation are reorganizing their joint research and development (R&D) organization to be able to respond flexibly to the rapidly changing global automotive industry, advance the transition to electrification and accelerate the development of Software Defined Vehicles (SDVs).

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 26, 2022

California surpassed 1 million electric vehicles (1,054,095 units)—battery-electric, plug-in hybrid, and fuel-cell electric—sold cumulatively through the 4 th quarter of 2021, according to the California Energy Commission (CEC), making it the first US state to achieve this milestone. From CEC New ZEV Sales dashboard.

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Electrek

APRIL 2, 2024

The first fully electric three-row SUV from Kia, the EV9 , sparked a 151% surge in EV sales in March. Kia’s EV9 helped the brand achieve its second-best Q1 sales results.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 12, 2021

Kia EV6 ( earlier post )has achieved product carbon footprint certification and ‘ Carbon Measured ’ label from the global climate change and sustainability consultancy the Carbon Trust, becoming the first Korean vehicle manufacturer to achieve the certificate. —Sangdae Kim, Head of Strategic Business Planning Division at Kia.

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Electrek

JULY 17, 2023

Kia is already accumulating sales after beginning deliveries of its flagship electric SUV less than a month ago. Kia sold over 1,300 EV9 models in its first month on the market. more… The post Kia EV9 electric SUV launch starts strong with over 1,300 sales in under a month appeared first on Electrek.

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Green Car Reports

APRIL 6, 2023

The 2024 Kia EV9 electric SUV will be built at the automaker's West Point, Georgia, factory starting in the 2024 calendar year, Kia announced Wednesday at the 2023 New York Auto Show. The ramp-up will happen after the EV9 goes on sale in the U.S. Full U.S.

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Electrek

APRIL 10, 2024

With EV electric vehicle sales surging in India, several automakers are looking to grab their share. Kia recently revealed plans to launch three new EVs in the region, including a new Carens EV.

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Electrek

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Kia’s new three-row electric SUV is gaining momentum in the US. Over 1,400 Kia EV9 models were handed over in January, topping the EV6 in US sales.

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Electrek

JULY 17, 2023

Kia is already accumulating sales after beginning deliveries of its flagship electric SUV less than a month ago. Kia sold over 1,300 EV9 models in its first month on the market. more… The post Kia EV9 electric SUV launch starts strong with over 1,300 sales in under a month appeared first on Electrek.

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Electrek

DECEMBER 5, 2023

South Korean automakers Hyundai and Kia hit their highest export performance ever. The surge in exports was driven by Hyundai’s competitive EVs and expanding global sales. more… The post Hyundai and Kia exports hit new record driven by strong demand for electric vehicles appeared first on Electrek.

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Electrek

APRIL 5, 2023

Kia updated its electric vehicle strategy Wednesday at its CEO Investor Day 2023 in Seoul, Korea. With Kia forecasting 4.3 million overall sales by then, it would mean EVs would only account for 37% of all sales. more… The post Kia boosts electric vehicle sales goal to 1.6

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Electrek

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Despite a promising start, Kia’s new flagship EV9 sales have stalled out with a premium price tag and quality issues that have slowed the electric SUV’s momentum. more… The post Kia EV9 sales slowed by premium prices, quality issues ahead of US debut appeared first on Electrek.

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Electric Cars Report

APRIL 5, 2023

Kia Corporation today provided an update on its future strategies through the Kia CEO Investor Day event held in Seoul, Korea. Kia has updated its mid- to long-term business strategy with a focus on electrification. Kia’s updated 2030 annual sales target is 4.3 million units, of which 2.38

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Green Car Congress

JULY 6, 2021

Kia has presented the fifth-generation Kia Sportage SUV. Developed on a new architecture, the all-new Sportage will offer gasoline and diesel powertrains at market launch later this year, followed by hybrid-electric (HEV) and plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) models. Terrain Mode, E-Handling tech and a new ECS.

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CleanTechnica EVs

APRIL 29, 2023

In the last couple of years, Kia and Hyundai (same parent company) have really impressed anybody who’s been watching at all. Sure, they’re not anywhere near where Tesla is in terms of volume of sales, but the vehicle technology shows that they’re quite serious about building a decent electric vehicle.

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Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Kia’s new three-row electric SUV is gaining momentum in the US. 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. Kia’s electric SUV comes in five trims.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Kia America announced pricing for the 2023 Kia EV6. With strong sales and continued customer demand, the Wind RWD becomes the base EV6 for the 2023 model year, replacing the Light RWD (2022 MSRP $41,400). Entering its second model year, the EV6 CUV starts at an MSRP $48,500 (excludes $1,295 destination fee).

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Electric Cars Report

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

The Kia Stinger is today withdrawn from sale in the UK, ahead of the arrival of Kia’s new high-performance EV6 GT later this year. The Kia Stinger first burst on to the scene in 2017, and received a range of updates in 2021. Powered by a 3.3-litre Powered by a 3.3-litre

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 17, 2022

Kia has revealed the all-new next-generation Niro. The all-new Niro features a trio of state-of-the-art electrified powertrains, including hybrid electric (HEV), plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and battery electric (BEV) options. The four-cylinder unit produces a maximum output of 105PS along with 144 Nm (14.7

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The Driven EV News

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Kia reveals EV5 along with more affordable concept EVs starting at $US35,000. The post Kia unveils EV5, two electric concept cars, and a new sales target of 1.6 million EVs appeared first on The Driven.

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Electrek

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

In an “EV Sale Fiesta,” Hyundai and Kia plan to cut prices on several electric vehicles amid an ongoing price war in Korea. more… The post Hyundai and Kia slash electric vehicle prices amid intensifying EV price war in home market appeared first on Electrek.

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Electrek

APRIL 2, 2024

Toyota’s EV sales were up 9% in the first three months of 2024, but only 1,897 Toyota electric vehicles were handed over in the US. That’s only a fraction of Toyota’s over 486,000 total Q1 US sales.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 16, 2020

Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Motors Corporation today made a strategic investment of €100 million (US $110 million) in a new partnership with Arrival , a UK-based electric vehicle startup ( earlier post ). Of the total investment, Hyundai will contribute €80 million; Kia €20 million.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 21, 2017

Kia Motors posted its best six-month sales period in Europe, with half-year sales surpassing 250,000 for the first time in the company’s history. Hybrid and electric vehicles accounted for 7.5% In addition, Kia’s cumulative market share climbed to 3.0%, up from 2.8% (229,585 units) during the first half of 2016.

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InsideEVs

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

The Kia EV9 outsold the EV6 last month.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Kia unveiled the 2023 Sportage PHEV, the latest electrified model to join its lineup. kWh battery and targeted all-electric range (AER) of 32 miles. As the longest running nameplate from the Kia brand, the Sportage underwent its most significant change to date as the fifth generation was unveiled in November 2021.

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CleanTechnica EVs

DECEMBER 17, 2023

It’s fun and interesting to look at which automakers lead full electric vehicle (BEV) sales in the USA, and to. continued] The post 13% of Audi Sales Electric in USA, 12% of Volkswagen & Mercedes Sales Electric — Charts appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Electrek

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Kia announced Thursday it achieved its strongest November US sales month on record as demand for its electric vehicles pushed the automaker to new heights. The post Hyundai, Kia achieve record November US sales led by rising IONIQ5, EV6 demand appeared first on Electrek.

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The Truth About Cars

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

This makes Kia the star of this year's show by default. Meet the 2025 Kia Carnival. liter turbo four-cylinder with a 54 kW electric motor for 242 system horsepower and 271 lb-ft of system torque. Kia also blesses the hybrid with systems meant to improve cornering and ride and an evasive-maneuver assist system.

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EV Central

APRIL 10, 2024

Signalling to its rivals that it is now all-in when it comes to electric cars, Kia revealed at its Investor Day that six of its EVs will arrive by 2026. Kia is also touting the EV5 in that group, but it’s already been unveiled in Australia and goes on-sale mid-year. Kia Concept EV3.

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