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Kia EV6 GT to benefit from additional supply of electric crossover

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The potent Kia EV6 GT already has people queuing to own it. But there’s good news on the electric SUV that has had people fighting over getting hold of some of the limited numbers trickling into the country: Kia is about to get a whole lot more. The EV6 GT is the pinnacle of the Kia electric car range.

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Why buying a Kia EV6 or Kia EV9 is about to get easier: Australian production opens up to help chase down the Tesla Model Y and Model 3

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Kia says it has secured enough examples of its new EV9 three-row electric SUV and popular EV6 to minimise wait times, with the brand suggesting it has learned from the EV6 launch to expect demand, and lots of it. Though Kia is yet to confirm pricing and specification details for the electric SUV, which will likely drive further demand.

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Tesla rivals face rising inventory — and it’s becoming an issue

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Such a trend, however, seems to be largely pushed by Tesla and the popularity of the Model 3 sedan and Model Y crossover. Beyond Tesla, however, it appears that the picture is much different in the United States. Beyond Tesla, however, it appears that the picture is much different in the United States.

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Tesla Model 3 is US’ most searched vehicle in the past six months: study

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Recent data from car leasing firm Hippo Leasing UK has indicated that the Tesla Model 3 is the most searched car model in the United States. Until this January, the upgraded Model 3 sedan was only available in China and territories that are supplied by Giga Shanghai. The Audi Q3 is a family favorite in the UK as well.

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KBB: Average new vehicle transaction price in US in December up 1.9% from November; EV ATP dropped 5.5% due to Tesla

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The drop in pricing was driven by significant price cuts at Tesla, which commands more than 65% of the electric vehicle segment. Earlier in the year, Tesla was increasing prices, citing supply issues. Sales volumes in December were up year-over-year by more than 5% but down from November, due in part to improved supply.

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California passes 1M mark for cumulative sales of electric vehicles: BEVs, PHEVs and FCEVs

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In California, Tesla topped the BEV sales leaderboard for 2021, delivering 137,135 vehicles (75% of all battery-electric vehicles sold in California in 2021) (67,262 Model 3 (49% of Tesla total); 61,022 Model Y (44.5%); 6,532 Model S (4.8%); 2,319 Model X (1.7%)). Kia: 3,003 Niro EV, 2 Soul EV (1.6%). Volkswagen: 5,293 ID.4,

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Kelley Blue Book finds average EV price in US down 5.4% in January due to Tesla price cuts

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The drop in pricing was driven by significant price cuts from Tesla, which commands roughly two-thirds of the EV market. Tesla’s average transaction prices decreased $5,440, down 8.4% Lower prices likely helped Tesla deliver higher sales volumes. month over month and down 5.5% year over year. month over month in January.

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