Kia & Red Sea Global Launch PBV Pilot and Explore Long-Term Mobility Partnership - CleanTechnica

Kia Corporation and Red Sea Global (RSG) have launched a pilot agreement focused on Kia’s Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) electric models, starting with the PV5 Passenger vehicle. This pilot involves testing the PV5 across RSG’s key Saudi Arabian sites, including The Red Sea and AMAALA resorts, for various mobility scenarios such as airport-to-resort transfers and inter-resort transport. The collaboration supports Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goal of achieving a net-zero society by integrating sustainable, adaptable electric vehicles with advanced software and configurable interiors tailored for hospitality and tourism sectors. Kia is providing on-site inspections, training, and distributor support to ensure smooth integration. Looking forward, Kia and RSG plan to expand the partnership by evaluating the upcoming PV7 model and optimizing PV5 Cargo variants specifically for resort logistics and luxury hospitality needs. The collaboration aims to leverage smart city technologies, including in-vehicle solutions, data, and robotics, to enhance eco-friendly, ultra-luxury smart city development