CleanTechnica•2 months ago
Kia Plans Huge Production Volumes of PBV Vehicles, Opens Production Hub
- •Kia is investing $2.74 billion (KRW 4 trillion) to build a ~297,000 sq-meter production hub for commercial electric Purpose-Built Vehicles (PBVs).
- •This new facility will create a substantial, concentrated industrial load, driving significant new electricity demand for manufacturing and vehicle charging infrastructure.
- •The commitment to 'huge production volumes' signals a major expansion in commercial EV adoption, presenting clear opportunities for IPPs and developers to secure PPAs or provide grid infrastructure upgrades.
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