Donghee Auto Co., Ltd., Seosan Plant Morning (Picanto) (2004-), Ray (2011-), EV Ray (2011-2018, 2023-), Stonic MHV(2023-); PBV EV NiroPLUS (2022-2024) Donghee Auto Plant, producing Kia models, a joint venture between Donghee Industry and Kia. - Number of Employees: 175 (as of December,2024) - Production started in 2004. - Donghee Auto was established as a joint venture between an auto parts supplier Donghee Industrial Co., and Kia Motor in Dece...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/12/17

lack of semiconductors Kia seeks more suppliers in Mexico for its North American plants Kia Mexico plans for increased production levels by end of 2022 Kia invests USD 408 million to expand plant in Pesquería, Mexico Kia presents roadmap to lead global electrification era through EVs, HEVs and PBVs Kia launching all-new 2025 K4 in U.S. in September Kia to install solar panels at Pesquería plant in Mexico Hyundai Steel considers building pla...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/12/17

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...

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go, 2008-2024), TASMAN (2025-); Plant 2: Niro HEV (2016-), Niro PHV (2017-), Niro EV (e-Niro) (2018-), EV6 (2022-), Seltos (2026-planning); Plant 3: K5 (Optima/Lotze <2005-2010> / Magentis <2000-2005>) (2010-), K5 Hybrid (500h, 2011-), K5 PHEV (2016-2018), K8 (2021-), K8 Hybrid (2021-),EV6 (2021-); PBV East (Plant 4) : PV5 (2025-); PBV West (Plant 5) : Plans to start mass-production in 2027, PV7 (2027-planning), PV9 (2029-planning); Engines; Plan...

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r the future, such as improving product competitiveness, electrification, SDVs, hydrogen products, and basic technology development. Capital investments will focus on dedicated electric vehicle (EV) plants, manufacturing innovation, etc. In the second half of 2025, the EVO Plant, Kia's dedicated EV PBV plant at the Kia Hwaseong Plant, is expected to be completed and begin production. In addition, Hyundai Motor Company plans to mass-produce a larg...

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LG), production is scheduled to begin at the end of 2025.   On the other hand, Kia alone will aim to produce 1.26 million BEVs (BEV proportion 30%) by 2030. It began production of the Carens Clavis EV at its plant in India in July 2025. As part of its unique strategy, the company will focus on its PBV (Purpose Built Vehicle) business, which provides exclusive vehicles to customers.   In July 2023, a battery research center was established joint...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/12/01

hs to produce EV Kia launches international environmental initiative RE100 in earnest with South Korea's largest PPA Hyundai and Kia to stop production partially in Korea Kia Gwangmyeong plant ready to produce EV3 and EV4 Kia presents roadmap to lead global electrification era through EVs, HEVs and PBVs Hyundai Motor Group completes EVO Plant, its first dedicated EV plant Kia unveils EV4 models at 2025 Kia EV Day in Spain November 2013:...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/11/19

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...

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e the safety and efficiency of autonomous driving vehicles dramatically. (From a press release on September 15, 2025) 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 addi...

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up. The new Chassis-Cab Model is an electrified chassis-cab, consisting only of the chassis and cab, the framework of the vehicle. Various special purpose bodies can be mounted on the chassis according to the customer's business needs. According to Korean media, the ST1 is the Hyundai Group's first PBV (purpose-built vehicle) and will be produced at the Ulsan Plant and the Jeonju Plant, which specializes in commercial vehicles. In addition, Hyund...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/11/07

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...

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up. The new Chassis-Cab Model is an electrified chassis-cab, consisting only of the chassis and cab, the framework of the vehicle. Various special purpose bodies can be mounted on the chassis according to the customer's business needs. According to Korean media, the ST1 is the Hyundai Group's first PBV (purpose-built vehicle) and will be produced at the Ulsan Plant and the Jeonju Plant, which specializes in commercial vehicles. In addition, Hyund...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/10/27

orea in July 2024 and in Europe in August. The EV5, a C-segment SUV, was launched in Korea in September 2025. The EV4 hatchback sedan was launched in South Korea in March 2025, and is scheduled to be released in Europe later in the year, followed by the United States in 2026. The highly anticipated PBV brand (featuring a platform that can be designed for user applications) was launched in June 2025. It will be launched in Japan in 2026. The EV2, ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/10/23

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...

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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...

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PV5 E-GMP.S PF Mid-size dedicated PBV (Purpose Built Vehicle). It was displayed at the Kia EV Day held in Spain in Feb. 2025. A 3-row seat Passenger, Cargo for delivery and cargo transport, and chassis cab, etc are available. It has a range of 297km and 416km for the Cargo, 295km and 412km for the Cargo. Kia also plans to develop the PV5-R robotaxi using Level 4 autonomous driving technology....

Model Launch Schedules  Updated at: 2025/10/06

a press release on April 3, 2025) 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 for controlling heat from the motors and...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/09/25

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...

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