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First drive in the Kia EV9: The three-row electric SUV many consumers have been waiting for

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Three months after opening US orders for the long-anticipated three-row EV9 SUV, the folks at Kia invited media out to wine country to test drive it for the first time. The HMG E-GMP platform features Kia’s larger 99.9 We watched the EV endure winter testing, begin deliveries in its native Korea, and soon learned EU pricing.

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Kia EV6 GT rips past gas rivals on Nurburgring: Video

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A video posted on Youtube shows the new Kia EV6 GT carving through the corners of the Nurburgring in Germany. Kia, perhaps more than most other brands, is not a name that is known for its dedication to performance or enthusiast vehicles. The post Kia EV6 GT rips past gas rivals on Nurburgring: Video appeared first on TESLARATI.

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Brands respond to Plug-in Car Grant changes with price reductions and new models

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The UK Plug-in Car grant aims to stimulate the sales of electric cars by slicing a chunk of the price. Recently the value of the grant was reduced and the number of models eligible dramatically cut. Previously the only route to the longer range e-Niro SUV was to purchase the model in mid-range “3” trim level.

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More details from Kia on the EV9 three-row SUV

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Kia released more details of the Kia EV9, its first three-row seat electric flagship SUV, which is comparable in external dimensions to the Telluride. inches long) the EV9 is slightly longer than the Telluride SUV and comparable in height (up to 70.1 earlier post ). Details will be announced at a later date.

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The Hottest EVs Coming Out in 2023-2024 and How to Save Big on Them

EV Life

There are dozens of new electric cars, trucks, and SUVs set to debut throughout 2023-2024, which is great news for drivers that are looking for the right EV to fit their needs. The Chevy Blazer is one of the most iconic SUVs ever made, and the Blazer EV is the newest addition to its storied legacy. 4 , and the Tesla Model Y.

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Cars24 registers 42% used car sales growth in CY23, five-fold growth in EV inquiries | Autocar Professional

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SUVs and automatics on the rise The company says the SUV-centric trend has extended beyond new cars and is making its presence felt in the used car market with a 4-6% growth since FY21. As per Cars24, the high-in-demand used SUVs dominating Indian roads this year comprised the Brezza, Sonet, Ecosport, XUV300, and Taigun.

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EV ute overload: The electric pickups coming soon

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Kia Tasman An artist’s render of Kia’s ute. Image credit: SRK Designs In mid-2023 Kia confirmed it was developing a ute – or pick-up truck – to take on the Toyota Hilux and Ford Ranger. Turns out that ute will be called the Kia Tasman and will launch in Australia in 2025.

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