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Kia is recalling 12,400 EV9 SUVs over faulty remote parking assist that may not stop

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Kia issued a recall for 12,400 EV9 models due to a software glitch that could cause the remote smart parking feature to fail to stop as intended. Kia first noticed the issue earlier this month after an EV9 model in Korea using the feature collided with a parked car. Kia’s recall number is SC324.

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Kia to begin EV9 production in the US by May, expects $7,500 EV tax credit eligibility by 2025

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Kia’s first three-row electric SUV is off to a good start. However, Kia will accelerate EV9 momentum with plans to begin US production by May. Kia expects the EV9 will qualify for the full $7,500 EV tax credit by early next year. Despite the strong start, Kia expects the momentum to pick up.

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Volkswagen ID.4 with SK ON battery components eligible for full $7,500 tax credit in 2024

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4 units with SK On battery components qualify for the Inflation Reduction Act’s (IRA) full $7,500 federal tax credit for electric vehicles. 4 units with batteries from SK On qualify for federal tax credits. 4 EV may choose to apply the tax credit as a down payment for the vehicle. The 2023 ID.4 Only VW ID.4

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Kia shatters US sales record again with its first three-row electric SUV picking up steam

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Kia just set another US sales record in August, with more cars sold than in any month in company history. As demand for its first three-row electric SUV, the EV9 , continues to build, Kia’s EV sales climbed 27% from last year. Kia credited higher demand for SUVs and EVs for the record-breaking performance.

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Hyundai says its first EV plant will open this year to gain the $7,500 tax credit

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According to Hyundai Motor America CEO Jose Munoz, the brand is “pulling ahead” to gain eligibility for the $7,500 EV tax credit. With a $7,500 tax credit on the line, Hyundai has pulled the timeline forward as quickly as possible. Munoz said EVs produced at the new plant will qualify for the tax credit.

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Kia overtakes Hyundai in US electric vehicle sales in Q2 as its new EV9 sparks growth

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Kia sold more electric vehicles in the US in Q2 than its sister company, Hyundai. After EV sales more than doubled in the second quarter, Kia looks to keep up the momentum as its new EV9 helps gain market share. Kia’s first three-row electric SUV is already fueling a sales spike. Kia 135% 5.4% Kia 135% 5.4%

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Kia EV9 sales are heating up in the US

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Kia’s new three-row electric SUV is gaining momentum in the US. Over 1,400 Kia EV9 models were handed over in January, topping the EV6 in US sales. Kia EV9 outpaces EV6 despite record sales month Kia started the year strong, with EV sales growing 57% YOY. Kia’s electric SUV comes in five trims.

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