NYIAS 2026: Kia exhibits EV3 as competitive entry-level EV On April 1, the all-new 2027 Kia EV3 made its North American debut at the New York International Auto Show as an affordable, entry level EV SUV within a compact footprint. The EV3 will be available in five trim levels: Light, Wind, Land, GT-Line, and GT when it goes on sale in in the U.S. in late 2026, with pricing to be announced closer to launch. Based on the company’s 400V Electric G...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

Hyundai reportedly seeking to supply Waymo with 50,000 IONIQ 5 robotaxis Hyundai Motor is reportedly seeking to supply Waymo with 50,000 IONIQ 5 autonomous vehicles by 2028 in what would amount to a roughly USD 2.5 billion deal. The potential order, first reported overseas, would see Hyundai’s Georgia-based Metaplant America (HMGMA) produce IONIQ 5 EVs at volume specifically for Waymo. The IONIQ 5 has a roomy cabin for passengers and is built o...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/12

Kia conducts EV2 prototype real-world NAF Winter Test, Norway On February 10, Kia Europe conduced real-world performance for Kia EV2 prototype model at the Norwegian Automotive Federation (NAF) El Prix Winter Test. It covered 310.6 km in extremely cold conditions, with temperatures as low as -21°C in Norway’s Jotunheimen mountains. The tested EV2 GT-line prototype had a 61.0kWh long-range battery and was driven for over 5 hours while following...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/11

Nexen Tire to supply OE tires for Beijing Hyundai Elexio Several South Korean media sources reported that Nexen Tire Co., Ltd.  supplies original equipment (OE) tires for the Hyundai Elexio, Hyundai Motor Company’s electric SUV. This model was released in October 2025 in the Chinese market. It was developed based on Hyundai Motor’s exclusive electric vehicle (EV) platform, E-GMP, as the first EV manufactured by Beijing Hyundai Motor Co., Lt...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/13

Kia delays EV4 indefinitely for U.S. Kia has indefinitely delayed the EV4 for the U.S. market, meaning the previously announced early 2026 U.S. market launch is no longer valid. "The release of the upcoming EV4 electric sedan will be delayed until further notice." Kia confirmed, stating the situation is due to changes in the EV market conditions. No new date has been provided. While the EV4 was initially revealed in February, it made its U.S.-spe...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/05

Beijing Hyundai launches EO electric SUV On October 29, Beijing Hyundai launched the EO battery electric SUV. The model is available in three variants, with prices ranging from CNY 119,800 to CNY 149,800. The EO measures 4,615mm long, 1,875mm wide, and 1,698mm or 1,675mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,750mm. The EO features the E-GMP (Electric Global Modular Platform) and an FWD or optional 4WD layout. Equipped with a 160kW/310Nm motor and a 64.2kWh...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/31

Beijing Hyundai starts accepting pre-orders for EO electric SUV On October 16, Beijing Hyundai started accepting pre-orders for the EO battery electric SUV. The model is available in three variants, with pre-order prices ranging from CNY 130,000 to CNY 150,000. The EO measures 4,615mm long, 1,875mm wide, and 1,698mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,750mm. The EO features the E-GMP (Electric Global Modular Platform), the Power Electric e-drive system, ...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/17

Beijing Hyundai finalizes name of its all-electric SUV developed specifically for Chinese market On September 29, Beijing Hyundai announced that the all-electric SUV developed specifically for the Chinese market was officially named EO. “E” means spreading wings upward, while “O” draws inspiration from the essence of song, conveying the brand’s profound resonance with the values and aesthetics of Chinese users. Built on Hyundai’s Elec...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/30

IAA Mobility 2025: Kia makes European debut of EV5, showcases full EV lineup On September 9, Kia announced that it will showcase its broad electric vehicle (EV) lineup at IAA Mobility 2025, including the European debut of the EV5. The fully electric EV5, a C-SUV, built on the E-GMP platform, offers up to 530 km range, 30-minute fast charging, Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capability, and 1,200 kg towing capacity. Kia’s display also features: The Con...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/09

Kia UK announces pricing and specs for all-electric EV5 SUV On September 1, Kia announced UK pricing and specifications for the EV5, a fully electric family SUV with seating for five. The prices of the new EV5 start at GBP 39,295, with orders now open and first deliveries expected later in 2025. The Kia EV5 is offered in three trim levels, ‘Air’, ‘GT-Line’ and ‘GT-Line S’. It is 1,875mm wide, 4,610mm long, 1,675mm tall and has a wheel...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/02

Kia starts EV4 production at Slovakia plant On August 20, Kia announced the start of series production of its first fully electric vehicle manufactured in Europe, the five-door Kia EV4, at its AutoLand Slovakia facility in Žilina. The EV4 is built on the Hyundai Motor Group’s E-GMP platform and offers battery options of 58.3 kWh, and 81.4 kWh, providing a range of up to 391 miles. The model integrates advanced energy features such as V2L and V...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/21

Genesis Motor UK opens orders for new 2025 GV60 On June 18, Genesis Motor UK unveiled the latest generation GV60. The vehicle will be available to order in the UK from July 1, 2025. The new GV60, built on Genesis’ Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), also brings a series of driver-focused updates for model year 2025. It comes with a new 84kWh battery now capable of delivering a WLTP range of 348 miles. The GV60 comes with an all-wheel dri...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/19

Beijing Hyundai holds global debut of Elexio SUV On May 7, Beijing Hyundai held the global debut of the Elexio, its first SUV to be based on a battery electric platform, in Shanghai. The Elexio, a Hyundai battery electric model for the Chinese market, integrates modern aesthetics, cutting-edge technologies, and high quality. As a variation of the word “electric”, the name manifests distinct characteristics of an EV. Exterior design: Adopting ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/12

Kia announces details and pricing for Kia PV5 in UK On April 29, Kia UK revealed detailed specifications and pricing for the new Kia PV5, its first fully electric commercial vehicle, with pre-orders starting May 1, 2025. Built on the E-GMP.S platform, the PV5 offers two battery options: a 51.5-kWh standard range providing up to 179 miles (Passenger) or 181 miles (Cargo) and a 71.2-kWh long-range offering up to 249 miles (Passenger) or 247 miles (...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/30

Kia debuts all-new EV4 midsize sedan at New York Auto Show On April 16, Kia America unveiled the all-new 2026 EV4 sedan at the New York International Auto Show. The midsize EV4 is Kia’s first global EV sedan. The EV4 sedan is expected to be available in three trim levels – Light, Wind and GT-Line. The sedan is being produced at Kia’s Autoland Gwangmyeong EVO Plant in South Korea. EV4 sedan sales for the U.S. are planned for the first quarte...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/17

Kia India launches updated EV6 facelift at INR 6.59 million On March 26, Kia India launched the facelifted EV6 electric crossover with an ex-showroom price of INR 6.59 million. The updated model, built on Kia's Electric-global modular platform (E-GMP), features an 84-kWh battery pack delivering an ARAI-certified 663 km range (MIDC cycle) along with 325 PS power and 605 Nm torque. The vehicle supports ultra-fast charging, capable of replenishing f...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/26

Hyundai owners get access to U.S. Tesla Superchargers with NACS adapters On March 25, Hyundai announced that owners of current KONA Electric, Ioniq Electric hatchback, Ioniq 5 and 5N, and Ioniq 6 models equipped with a Combined Charging System (CCS) port will gain access to 20,000 Tesla Superchargers in the U.S. using a North American Charging Standard (NACS) adapter.  Hyundai designed this DC fast-charging adapter specifically to work with its ...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/26

Hyundai opens orders for all-new Ioniq 9 electric SUV in Korea, global launch set for 2025 On March 5, Hyundai Motor opened order of the all-new Ioniq 9 fullsize electric SUV in Korea. The three-row SUV is set to launch in the U.S. and Canada in H1 2025, with a phased rollout in Europe and other markets to follow. The Ioniq 9, built on Hyundai’s E-GMP platform, measures 5,060 mm in length, 1,980 mm in width, 1,790 mm in height and has a wheelba...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/12

Kia unveils EV4 models at 2025 Kia EV Day in Spain On February 27, Kia Corporation unveiled its EV4 models at 2025 Kia EV Day held in Tarragona, Spain. The new EV4, built on Kia’s 400V Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), comes in two variants, the four-door electrified sedan model and the five-door hatchback model. The EV4 sedan will be produced at Autoland Gwangmyeong EVO Plant in Korea, starting from mid-March 2025. The Europe-only EV4...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/27

Kia unveils all-new PV5 van at 2025 Kia EV Day in Spain On February 27, Kia Corporation launched PV5, all-new mid-sized Car Derived Van (CDV), at 2025 Kia EV Day held in Tarragona, Spain. The PV5 is Kia’s first production model under the Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) strategy, which will be available in three body styles, Passenger, Cargo, and Chassis Cab. The PV5 is built on the Kia’s Electric-Global Modular Platform for Service (E-GMP.S) pl...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/27