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Kia plans to enter Japan's purpose-built vehicle market with the launch of its PV5 electric van in 2026, collaborating with Japanese trading firm Sojitz to meet net-zero objectives. The goal is to capture a 30% share of battery-powered vehicles in total car sales by 2030. The PV5 will support the CHAdeMO fast-charging system and feature vehicle-to-everything (V2X) capabilities for wireless data sharing. Following this model, Kia is set to introduce a larger electric van, the PV7, in the following years. Production of the PV5 will occur at Kia's EVO Plant in Gyeonggi Province, utilizing a flexible manufacturing system with a capacity of 150,000 units annually to ensure high quality and thorough inspections. To improve visibility and sales in Japan, Kia faces the challenge of strong domestic brand loyalty. However, growing interest in electric vehicles may provide a unique opportunity, especially as Japanese competitors focus more on hybrids than fully electric vans. #MotiveAsia #SouthKorea https://lnkd.in/gtBp5CZ8

Kia to debut PV5 electric van in Japan in 2026

Kia to debut PV5 electric van in Japan in 2026

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