Kia PV7 expands all-electric PBV lineup

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    "excerpt": "The PV7 Cargo, left, and the PV7 Passenger / Courtesy of Kia Kia unveiled the PV7, its second dedicated all-electric platform beyond vehicle (PBV) model, at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hannover, Germany, Monday, expanding its electric commercial vehicle lineup with more cargo capacity and flexibility. The PV7 is available in Cargo and Passenger variants and is designed for a range of uses, including logistics, fleet operations, shuttle services and small and medium-sized businesses. Kia plans to launch the model in Korea and Europe in the second half of 2027, with additional markets and derivatives to follow. The PV7 is built on Kia’s PBV-dedicated Electric-Global Modular Platform for Service architecture and features a flat-floor design to maximize interior space. It follows the PV5, which was named the 2026 International Van of the Year. “The PV7 marks the next step in our journey toward personalized mobility, building on the foundation established by the PV5,” Kia CEO Song Ho-sung said. “By bringing together hardware developed for specific applications, business-tailored software and dedicated PBV services, the PV7 goes beyond the vehicle itself to deliver a complete business solution that helps customers achieve greater productivity, flexibility and long-term value.” The PV7 Cargo's cargo area / Courtesy of Kia Kia’s PBV strategy is built around three areas: hardware...",
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