Hyundai WIA to expand integrated thermal management system business Hyundai WIA Corporation announced that it would expand its integrated thermal management system business. The company began producing integrated thermal management systems for electric vehicles (EVs) in July 2025 and is supplying them to Kia Corporation for the Kia PV5 purpose-built vehicle (PBV). The company plans to deliver the products for the Kia PV7 large-sized PBV, starting...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/17

Kia to showcase PBV line-up at SOLUTRANS 2025 On November 12, Kia announced its participation in SOLUTRANS 2025, where the company will showcase its expanding all-electric PBV line-up. A key highlight will be the unveiling of the new PV5 Chassis Cab during Kia’s press conference on November 18, led by Kia Europe’s President & CEO Marc Hedrich and COO Sjoerd Knipping. Visitors will also see the PV5 Crew and PV5 Cargo Long (L2H1) models, as wel...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/17

d the Micra B-segment EV hatchback (announced for the European market in May). Mitsubishi Motors unveiled the ELEVANCE Concept, an electric crossover SUV concept car. Overseas automakers included Mercedes-Benz, BMW, MINI, and BYD, as well as Hyundai Motor (making its first appearance) and Kia (Kia PBV Japan).  Among Chinese automakers, BYD exhibited 13 vehicles in total, including 8 passenger cars (one world premiere and three Japan premieres)...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/30

Hyundai Motor and Kia are strengthening their presence in Saudi Arabia. Hyundai plans to expand its SUV lineup and introduce a range models, including EVs, EREVs, and HEVs. Kia plans to develop its new Tasman pick-up truck while expanding its EV and HEV offerings. The brand also plans to enter the PBV market to support Saudi Arabia’s growing smart city initiatives. Based on Hyundai Motor press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/28

Kia aiming to sell 2,000 units of new PBV series EVs in Japan in 2027 Kia Corporation (Kia), a group company of Hyundai Motor Co., Ltd., announced its latest business plan in the Japanese and other markets for its “Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV)” electric vehicle (EV) series that integrates a module concept. The company aims to globally sell 250,000 vehicles in 2030, including 135,000 units of the PV5 mid-size electric van, which will be relea...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/07

mpany has signed a distributorship agreement for the Japanese market with Sojitz Corporation (Sojitz). Kia’s PV5 electric van will be released across the country around the spring of 2026, which will be led by a subsidiary of Sojitz. Kia plans to globally introduce its “Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV)” electric van series, which is currently under development. The company aims to offer a choice of options, including highly flexible seat layou...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/07

Kumho Tire to supply OE tires for Kia PV5 South Korea’s Kumho Tire Co., Inc. said that it would start supplying the Crugen EV HP71 as original equipment (OE) tires for the PV5, Kia Corporation’s Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV). The size of the tires is 215/65R16. The size of the tires is 215/65R16. They will be applied to export models for Europe and other areas in addition to models for the South Korean market. The Crugen EV HP71 is designed e...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/22

Nexen Tire to supply OE tires for Kia PV5 Several South Korean media sources reported that Nexen Tire Co., Ltd. (Nexen Tire) will start supplying its summer tires, the N'blue S, as original equipment (OE) tires for Kia Corporation’s purpose-built vehicle (PBV), the PV5. This tire adopts the company’s Sidewall Aero Dynamic technology to lower vehicle noise and improve fuel efficiency. Moreover, it features superior high-speed water drainage an...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/10

Hyundai WIA begins mass production of automotive air-conditioning systems Hyundai WIA Corporation announced that it has developed automotive air-conditioning systems, including air-conditioners and heaters, and begun mass production. The company’s air-conditioning systems will be fitted on Kia Corporation’s PV5 purpose-built vehicle (PBV). For the Kia PV5, Hyundai WIA will also supply integrated cooling water modules that will be responsible ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/29

DY Deokyang wins order for Kia’s PBV door trims Several South Korean media sources reported that South Korea’s DY Deokyang Co., Ltd. had won an order from Kia Corporation for door trims of the automaker’s large-sized purpose-built vehicles (PBVs). Kia’s PBVs are electric vehicles (EVs) optimized for specific purposes, such as delivery, shuttle services, and autonomous driving. They feature high space utilization and modular design. The co...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/22

Kia introduces PV5 Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle in the UK On May 13, Kia Corporation showcased its new PV5 Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) at the Financial Times’ Future of the Car Summit in London. Developed in partnership with UK-based Motability Operations Ltd., the electric WAV (eWAV) is part of Kia’s broader Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) initiative aimed at enhancing transport options for people with disabilities. The PV5 WAV featur...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/14

ric van. Built on a dedicated EV platform, the PV5 is designed for flexibility across delivery, utility, and passenger transport, with panel van, chassis cab, and passenger variants. The debut marks Kia’s entry into the commercial EV market. The launch also marked the unveiling of Kia’s broader PBV strategy, following a £2.2bn investment: Kia is entering the small van market this year with the launch of the PV5. This will be followed by the ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/12

ve touchscreen and a 7.5-inch digital instrument cluster are standard. Kia’s seven-year/100,000-mile vehicle warranty and eight-year battery warranty apply. Pricing starts from GBP 27,645 (+VAT) for Cargo and GBP 32,995 OTR for Passenger. Deliveries will begin in Q4 2025, supported by Kia’s new PBV dealer network across the UK. (Kia UK on April 29, 2025 1/2/3)...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/30

Kia unveils new interior design details of its Concept EV2 On April 10, Kia hosted an exclusive installation during Milan Design Week titled “Transcend Journey,” reflecting the perspectives of designers involved in the development of the brand’s revolutionary new Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) and electric vehicle (EV) models. As part of the exhibit, Kia also announced new details about the interior design of its Concept EV2. Inspired by the...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/11

Kia to strengthen growth engines through launch of new EV, PBV and pickup models On April 9, Kia Corporation (Kia) shared its mid-to-long-term business strategies and growth strategies for new products at its CEO Investor Day held in Seoul, Korea. Kia has set its global wholesale sales targets at 3.22 million units for 2025, 3.75 million units by 2027, and 4.19 million units by 2030. The company aims to achieve a global market share of 4.5%. Of t...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/10

elraum, in collaboration with Kia Corporation at the Seoul Mobility Show 2025, which takes place from April 3 to 13 in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea. The concept cars are based on the Kia PV5 electric van and combine LG’s AI-driven smart life solution and Kia’s Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) technology. The Spielraum Studio, designed for entrepreneurs, is equipped with AI-based appliances, including a closet-type clothing styler, a sm...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/08

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

Kia unveils first look of PV5 ahead of Kia EV Day 2025 On February 16, Kia Corporation revealed the exterior design of its PV5 passenger and PV5 cargo models, ahead of the brand’s second Kia EV Day event, set to take place in Tarragona, Spain, on 24 February. The mid-sized PV5, is the first model to make its debut under Kia’s new Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) global business strategy. The vehicle will be offered in several configurations, inc...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/20

Kia to debut EV4, PV5, and Concept EV2 at 2025 Kia EV Day in Spain On February 12, Kia Corporation announced that it will showcase the brand’s latest electric models, concepts, and technologies at 2025 Kia EV Day, which will take place on February 27, 2025, in Tarragona, Spain. The company will globally debut the Kia EV4, and the Kia PV5, a dedicated PBV. It will also introduce the Concept EV2, a compact electric vehicle and the latest addition...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/13

Geotab, Kia, 42dot partner to enhance fleet management systems Geotab Inc., Kia Corporation, and 42dot signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for a partnership to develop Fleet Management Systems (FMS) to improve safety, sustainability, and efficiency.  The partnership supports Kia’s PBV business strategy of providing software solutions seamlessly integrated with the vehicle, highlighting FMS as a differentiating factor. Under the partners...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/18