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The Kia EV9 Has Motors Unlike Any Other EV

The Kia EV9 Has Motors Unlike Any Other EV

These unique dual-stage motors maximize low-speed efficiency or deliver more power while improving efficiency at higher speeds.

By Andrei Nedelea 16h ago

Kia Stinger Replacement Could Go Electric. Will It Live Up To The Original’s Legacy?

Kia Stinger Replacement Could Go Electric. Will It Live Up To The Original’s Legacy?

Kia is hinting that a successor to the Stinger could be on the way. Can an EV version of the sporty sedan capture the same magic?

By Rob Stumpf Sep 17 2024

Kia’s Futuristic Electric Vans Have Arrived In Europe

Kia’s Futuristic Electric Vans Have Arrived In Europe

The South Korean automaker has also partnered up with telematics specialist Geotab to offer a complete logistic solution.

By Andrei Nedelea Sep 17 2024

How The Kia EV3 Reimagines One-Pedal Driving

How The Kia EV3 Reimagines One-Pedal Driving

Kia's i-Pedal 3.0 technology debuts on the affordable EV3 and adds autonomous tech to adjustable regenerative braking.

By Patrick George Sep 11 2024

Tesla Model 3 Prices Dropping Like A ‘Lead Balloon,’ Says Study

Tesla Model 3 Prices Dropping Like A ‘Lead Balloon,’ Says Study

Used EV prices dropped six times faster than gas cars. Tesla Model 3, Nissan Leaf and Chevy Bolt EV top that list.

By Suvrat Kothari Sep 10 2024

Kia Will Slash The Price Of A New EV6 Or EV9 If You Drive A Tesla

Kia Will Slash The Price Of A New EV6 Or EV9 If You Drive A Tesla

Add up the incentives and you could get up to $9,000 off if you already own or lease a Tesla.

By Iulian Dnistran Sep 10 2024

Critical Materials

The New Car Market Is 'Stuck' Because Buyers Can't Afford Them

The New Car Market Is 'Stuck' Because Buyers Can't Afford Them

The whole car market is slowing "unless consumers get some relief." Plus, the Kia EV9 shows what's at stake in the November election.

By Patrick George Sep 9 2024

2024 Kia EV9: The Good And The Bad

2024 Kia EV9: The Good And The Bad

Kia’s first electric three-row is a solid performer, but it’s not without flaws.

By Peter Holderith Sep 7 2024

Critical Materials

Toyota Cuts EV Goals, Also Gets Billions In Battery Subsidies From Japan

Toyota Cuts EV Goals, Also Gets Billions In Battery Subsidies From Japan

Also on Critical Materials: More on the German auto industry's "multiple challenges," and South Korea forces EV makers to name names.

By Patrick George Sep 6 2024

Upcoming Electric Cars Dominate Google Search. Here Are The Most Popular Cars

Upcoming Electric Cars Dominate Google Search. Here Are The Most Popular Cars

The majority of Google searches for upcoming cars are for EVs, including one that will never see the light of day.

By Iulian Dnistran Sep 6 2024

The Affordable Kia EV3 Is Already Selling Well

The Affordable Kia EV3 Is Already Selling Well

In the first full month of sales in its home country, the EV3 was close to its more popular gas-powered siblings.

By Iulian Dnistran Sep 5 2024

Kia EV6 Facelift Debuts In The U.K. With More Range, Quicker Charging

Kia EV6 Facelift Debuts In The U.K. With More Range, Quicker Charging

Say what you will about the new headlight design, the revised EV6 is still better than before with more range and quicker charging.

By Andrei Nedelea Sep 3 2024

Hyundai Is Making Hybrids That Can Power Your Appliances

Hyundai Is Making Hybrids That Can Power Your Appliances

Hyundai's next-gen hybrid powertrain will go into production early next year with smart regenerative braking and V2L baked in.

By Iulian Dnistran Aug 28 2024

Kia EV9 Battery Pack Teardown: ’A Wonderful Design’

Kia EV9 Battery Pack Teardown: ’A Wonderful Design’

A top-notch battery pack that’s easy to repair in case something goes wrong.

By Iulian Dnistran Aug 27 2024

Critical Materials

This Was Not A Great Week For 'Legacy' Auto—With Two Exceptions

This Was Not A Great Week For 'Legacy' Auto—With Two Exceptions

Let's game out what this week's news meant for the EV transition at Ford, GM, Volkswagen and Hyundai. Plus, Volvo has big plans for EX90.

By Patrick George Aug 23 2024

Critical Materials

How Kia Dumped The 'Budget Brand' Stigma To Become A Tech Leader

We also discuss how Xiaomi's "Apple EV" is off to a great start in terms of sales and why Rivian fears the repeal of IRA incentives.

By Suvrat Kothari Aug 21 2024

South Korea's EV Fire Panic: Explained

South Korea's EV Fire Panic: Explained

Here's why South Koreans are freaking out over EV fires lately.

By Rob Stumpf Aug 20 2024

Hyundai Motor Group Smoked Ford And GM In EV Sales. It's Second Only To Tesla

Hyundai Motor Group Smoked Ford And GM In EV Sales. It's Second Only To Tesla

Hyundai's huge EV push is paying off.

By Mack Hogan Aug 19 2024

Hyundai Mulls Extended-Range Electric Pickup After Cybertruck Teardown

Hyundai Mulls Extended-Range Electric Pickup After Cybertruck Teardown

The Korean automaker is reportedly looking to launch the powerful, full-size range extender electric truck in the U.S. by 2029.

By Andrei Nedelea Aug 16 2024

Critical Materials

Volkswagen May Push Back Flagship Next-Gen 'Trinity' EV To Make Room For Golf EV

Volkswagen May Push Back Flagship Next-Gen 'Trinity' EV To Make Room For Golf EV

Plus, Tesla sips up subsidies despite CEO's opinions and automakers disclose battery manufacturers following South Korean EV fire.

By Rob Stumpf Aug 13 2024

Los Angeles Auto Show

Hyundai Ioniq 9 May Debut At LA Auto Show, Kia EV4 In Q1 2025: Report

Hyundai Ioniq 9 May Debut At LA Auto Show, Kia EV4 In Q1 2025: Report

Local reports suggest that Hyundai is in the final phases of testing the Ioniq 9 in South Korea.

By Suvrat Kothari Aug 12 2024

Races and Chases

Police Diversify With EVs As Combustion Engines Can’t Keep Up

Police Diversify With EVs As Combustion Engines Can’t Keep Up

Departments are finding their existing combustion engine fleet cannot keep up with todays modern electric vehicles.

By Wade Malone Aug 11 2024

Kia EV3: Affordable ‘Game-Changer’ Crossover Spotted In The U.S.

Kia EV3: Affordable ‘Game-Changer’ Crossover Spotted In The U.S.

Kia has high hopes for the EV3’s success in North America, gearing up its Mexican factory to produce more units than in South Korea.

By Iulian Dnistran Aug 9 2024

This $900 Kia EV9 Upgrade Would Cost Thousands On A Gas Car

This $900 Kia EV9 Upgrade Would Cost Thousands On A Gas Car

On Kia's electric family hauler, $900 will get you a lot of speed.

By Patrick George Aug 7 2024

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