Kia To Accelerate Electrification with New EV Codenamed “CB”
Kia Corporation, South Korea’s second-largest automaker and sister company to Hyundai Motor Co., is pushing deeper into electrification with a new electric vehicle (EV) project codenamed “CB.” According to a recent agreement between management and Kia’s labor union,...
Kia EV5 Expands Kia’s Electric SUV Lineup, Skipping the U.S. Market for Now
Kia Corporation has officially unveiled the Kia EV5, a fully electric compact SUV designed to deliver exceptional versatility and comfort for modern lifestyles. Set to launch in Korea and Europe later this year, with Canada following in early 2026, the EV5 marks a key...
KIA Tasman Struggles to Gain Traction in Australia: Why the Ute Isn’t a Success (Yet)
When Kia introduced the Tasman, it was billed as the brand’s bold step into Australia’s fiercely competitive dual-cab ute market — a sector long dominated by the Toyota HiLux, Ford Ranger, and Isuzu D-Max. Kia’s promise was clear: a tough, stylish, and well-equipped...
Kia Europe Launches First Cell-Level Battery Passport Trial to Boost EV Transparency
Kia Europe is pioneering the future of electric vehicle (EV) battery management with its first public trial of a cell-level battery passport, marking a significant step toward greater transparency, sustainability, and customer trust in EV ownership. This preliminary...