Euro NCAP rates 9 cars on assisted competence and safety backup On May 21, Euro NCAP announced ratings of 9 vehicles based on assistance competence and safety backup. The lineup includes Kia EV3, MAZDA CX-80, MG ZS, Porsche Macan, Renault 5, Tesla Model S, Toyota bZ4X, Volvo EX30, and XPENG G9. Kia EV3 (with 74%), Porsche Macan (with 85%), Renault 5 (with 73%), and Toyota bZ4X (with 83%) all earned a ‘Very Good’ rating in Euro NCAP’s Assist...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/04

nd and optimized load distribution for better grip and stability. Additionally, its tread design keeps performing well even after 50% wear, and the aerodynamic sidewall reduces air resistance to boost energy efficiency. Nexen Tire now supplies OE tires for key models in Kia’s EV series, including EV3, EV4, EV6, and EV9. Based on Nexen Tire press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/28

ia, Ford, MG, Opel/ Vauxhall, Peugeot, Renault, Tesla, Voyah, and Volkswagen for crash protection, crash prevention, and post-crash safety. Seven models earned top 5-star ratings, i.e., Audi A5 PHEV, Audi Q5, Volkswagen Tayron, MG MGS5 EV, Tesla Model 3, Toyota C-HR PHEV, and Voyah Courage. The Kia EV3 also got 5 stars when fitted with an optional safety pack. Four-star ratings went to the electric Renault 4, Ford Tourneo Custom (including EV ver...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/21

Kia launches EV3 model in Ecuador On May 12, Kia Ecuador officially launched the EV3, a fully electric SUV that reinforces the brand’s leadership in sustainable mobility. Powered by a high-density battery, the EV3 Wave version offers a range of over 600 km. It supports fast charging, recovering 80% of the battery in about 30 minutes. It has four driving modes and is equipped with the iPedal 3.0 system for one-pedal driving and efficient energy ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/15

., Ltd (JMCG) announced that its distributor in Armenia Sky Motors LLC has introduced products of two brands, JMC (commercial vehicles) and JMEV (new energy vehicles) in Armenia on April 18, 2025. It is the first appearance of JMC's new energy vehicles in Armenia. It has presented electric city-car EV3 and compact EV sedan GSE models of JMEV. JMC introduced pickups and light trucks.  Based on JMCG press release ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/09

,000 such EVs by 2025 across major tourist cities for taxi and GRAB ride-hailing operations. Through strategic partnerships, U POWER is building a comprehensive battery-swap ecosystem, covering vehicle supply, financial services, and charging infrastructure, with the goal of supporting Thailand’s EV3.5 policy.  The company also aims to deepen cooperation with Thai and Chinese firms to promote electric mobility adoption in sectors such as ride-...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/06

Thai cabinet approves HEV/MHEV excise tax cuts and EV3 production period extension Announced on April 28, 2025, the Thai Cabinet has approved (i) a reduction in excise tax for hybrid and mild hybrid vehicles to between 6% and 12%, and (ii) an extension of the production period for compensatory vehicles under the EV3 program to better align with domestic market conditions.  These measures are designed to strengthen Thailand’s electrified vehicl...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/02

Kia introduces AI-powered voice assistant across Europe, starting with EV3 On April 17, Kia announced that it is launching its AI-powered voice assistant, called AI Assistant, across Europe, following its introduction in the Korean and US markets last year. The AI Assistant enables users to talk to their Kia in a natural, conversational way and helps them easily access and understand their car’s features. The AI Assistant understands voice comm...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/18

e. Also, the company lowers the resonance generated during driving by using its Noise Reduction System (NRS), which uses sound-absorbing materials. Using these technologies, Nexen Tire supplies original equipment tires for electric vehicles, such as the Hyundai Ioniq 6, the Hyundai Kona EV, the Kia EV3, the Kia EV4, the Kia EV6, and the Kia EV9. (From a press release on April 14, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/18

Webasto supplies battery and roof system for Kia EV3 Webasto announced that it is producing traction batteries and openable roof systems for the new Kia EV3. Both components are produced in South Korea, the roof at the Ulsan plant, and the battery in Dangjin plant. Webasto is supplying two battery versions for the e-SUV: with 58.3 and 81.4 kilowatt-hours (kWh). Webasto now produces up to 1,000 battery packs a day for various electric vehicles of ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/16

63 million units in 2025 to 4.25 million units by 2030. Kia will diversify its growth engines by introducing new model types—such as EVs, PBVs, and pickup trucks. EV: Building on the success of its flagship EV6 and EV9 models, Kia will expand its mass-market EV lineup with the introduction of the EV3, EV4, EV5, and EV2. To optimize its supply chain, Kia will expand local EV production in key regions. Korea will serve as the global hub for EV de...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/10

U Power conducts Southeast Asia's first public demonstration of EV battery swap station in Thailand Announced on April 8, 2025, U Power Limited (Nasdaq: UCAR) took a major step in its Southeast Asia expansion with a successful outdoor exhibition of its UOTTA battery swap station at the 2025 Bangkok International Motor Show in Thailand. The demonstration drew strong interest, with support from key partner SUSCO and over 80 Thai media organizations...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/09

BASF provides material solutions for Kia EV3 Study Car On April 8, BASF announced that it has provided material solutions for Hyundai-Kia concept car, the Kia EV3 Study Car. Made with BASF’s innovative and sustainable performance materials, the Kia EV3 Study Car is designed to enhance both the vehicle’s performance, design, functionalities and environmental footprint by applying sustainable material solutions. The Kia EV3 Study Car features 8...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/08

owed by VW, Chevrolet, and Kia. In case of Tesla, the sales decline of models equipped with LG Energy Solution’s batteries led to a 35.7% decrease in Tesla’s usage of LG Energy Solution’s batteries. Meanwhile, the total usage grew by 8.5% due to favorable sales of VW’s ID series and Kia’s EV3, and the expanded sales of Chevrolet Equinox, Blazer, and Silverado EVs, which are built on the Ultium platform. "SNE Research press release" An...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/08

FTI lists promising factors for Thailand’s vehicle production for domestic sales in 2025 On January 28, 2025, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) mentioned positive factors for Thailand’s vehicle production for domestic sales, which is expected to reach 500,000 units in 2025. In 2025, there will be new EV production from manufacturers who applied for the EV 3.0 incentive package, which requires the local production in 2025 of 1.5 EV units...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/29

astic into molecular units. SK chemicals commercialized it in 2023. In this recent project, SK chemicals recycled PET-based automotive components, and the recycled PET resin materials were applied to the headliner, seats, crash pads, door panels, and door armrests for the prototype model of the Kia EV3. Moreover, SK chemicals' new soft polyester material, FLEXIA, was applied to the floor mat of the Kia EV3. The Kia EV3 prototype is a study model ...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/17

GlobalData Blog: Thailand’s automotive industry at a crossroads Thailand’s automotive industry stands at a crossroads. While it remains a significant player in the ASEAN region, its traditional strengths are under pressure from global trends and domestic challenges. Thailand, formerly known as “the Detroit of Asia,” is losing its competitive edge as a major auto production hub and exporter, as overseas buyers are increasingly switching to...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/12

EV Primus: first Wuling EV unit already rolls off production line in Thailand Reported on December 10, 2024, EV Primus Co., Ltd., the first multi-brand EV distributor in Thailand and the sole distributor of Wuling electric vehicles in Thailand unveiled that the first Wuling unit (Wuling Binguo EV) has already rolled off the production line in its plant located at the Laem Chabang Industrial Estate, meeting the conditions required by the Excise D...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/11

Thailand EV Board approves extended BEV production timeframe under EV 3.0 / EV 3.5 schemes Announced on December 4, 2024, Thailand’s National Electric Vehicle Policy Committee (EV Board) has approved to give more time to BEV manufactures to meet their production commitment under the EV 3.0 incentive package. The EV 3.0 required them to produce EVs in Thailand to compensate for the units they imported from the start of this subsidies program in ...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/06

Auto Guangzhou 2024: JAC Group debuts all-scenario intelligent drive-by-wire chassis, launches two new models On November 15, at the Auto Guangzhou 2024, JAC Group debuted an all-scenario intelligent drive-by-wire chassis. With a JAC Group in-house developed ICDC (Intelligent Cockpit Dynamic Control) module as the computing center, this chassis employs for the first time the XYZ collaborative control technology, which realizes precise control of...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/26