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Just months after launch, Kia's PV5 electric van has become Europe's bestselling small electric commercial vehicle, capturing more than a third of the market. The unexpected success signals growing appetite for practical, zero-emission work vehicles across the continent.
Hyundai and Kia have developed UV technology that eliminates 99.9% of harmful bacteria in car cabins while passengers sit inside. The system zaps odor-causing germs at their source, making air fresheners a thing of the past.
For the first time in 28 years, Kia has outsold its parent company Hyundai in Korea, powered by a surge in electric vehicle demand. The automaker's lineup of seven EVs is proving that betting big on electric works.
Electric vehicles just became thousands of dollars more affordable as Kia slashes prices across its entire EV lineup in response to market competition. The price war is putting cleaner transportation within reach for more families than ever before.
Kia just proved that giving people electric vehicle options actually works. The Korean automaker sold 86,000 EVs in the first quarter of 2025, a 54% jump from last year, thanks to a complete lineup ranging from affordable sedans to work vans.
Kia just launched its most affordable electric SUV at $30,500 in Germany, undercutting its own projected price by thousands and making clean transportation more accessible across Europe. The compact EV2 delivers up to 281 miles of range and starts rolling out to customers next month.
Kia just unveiled an ambitious roadmap to launch 14 electric vehicle models by 2030, targeting one million EV sales annually. The Korean automaker's expansion includes everything from affordable hatchbacks to autonomous driving technology.
Kia just became the first Korean brand to sell 100,000 electric vehicles in the UK, reaching the milestone in March 2026. The achievement comes as electric cars now make up 29% of the brand's sales, their highest share ever.
South Korean automaker Kia is pouring $600 million into its Mexican facility to expand electric vehicle production and build sustainable infrastructure. The investment signals Mexico's growing role as a powerhouse in the global shift to clean transportation.
Kia just started building its most affordable electric vehicle yet, priced thousands below expectations at just over $30,000. The compact EV2 launches next month in Europe with lease options as low as $275 per month.
Kia just launched its most affordable electric vehicle in Europe, starting at about $31,000 with nearly 200 miles of range. The EV2 undercuts expectations and makes electric driving more accessible to budget-conscious buyers.
Two donated trucks are helping remove 20,000 tons of plastic from Guatemalan rivers before it reaches the Caribbean Sea. The partnership between Kia and The Ocean Cleanup is protecting marine life and coastal communities across Central America.
