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Kia Unveils PV7 Electric Van, Plans 23 Variants After 2027 Launch

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Kia Unveils PV7 Electric Van, Plans 23 Variants After 2027 Launch

Hannover – September 17, 2026 -- Kia Corporation unveiled the PV7, its second dedicated all-electric Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) model, at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hannover, targeting a 2027 launch in Korea and Europe with expansion to 23 variants and additional markets to follow.

PV7 arrives in Cargo and Passenger variants built on new E-GMP.S architecture

The PV7 expands Kia's light commercial vehicle segment offering, built on the brand's PBV-dedicated E-GMP.S architecture that supports 800V charging and long-range capability. The platform's flat-floor design and Flexible Body System are engineered to maximize interior space, enabling multiple body styles and conversion models for logistics, shuttle, fleet and small business operations.

ZEEKR Shooting Brake Tops 400,000 Units, Holds 70% Global Segment Share

Hangzhou – September 15, 2026 -- ZEEKR's Shooting Brake lineup delivered over 10,000 units globally in August, marking the third consecutive month of five-figure monthly deliveries and pushing cumulative worldwide sales past 400,000 units.

ZEEKR captures roughly 70% of the global Shooting Brake market

The milestone gives ZEEKR a commanding lead in the segment, with the brand's cumulative deliveries far outpacing rival offerings combined.

The 007GT leads H1 2026 segment sales with 26,738 units delivered

ZEEKR's total Shooting Brake sales exceeded 42,000 units in the first half of 2026, surpassing the combined total of every other brand competing in the category during the same period.