Articles tagged with "Kia"
Wearable robot enters Korea's aviation industry for plane maintenance
Hyundai Motor and Kia have developed a wearable robot called the X-ble Shoulder, which has recently been deployed in Korea Air’s aircraft maintenance operations. Designed to assist upper-arm strength and reduce shoulder loads during repetitive overhead tasks common in aviation maintenance, the device helps minimize musculoskeletal strain, injury risk, and worker fatigue. The X-ble Shoulder features a non-powered torque generation mechanism, eliminating the need for batteries and making it lightweight and easy to maintain. It reduces shoulder joint loads by up to 60% and muscle activity by up to 30%, thereby enhancing worker productivity and safety. The first unit was delivered to Korean Air in July 2025, with plans for broader distribution to Hyundai Motor Group affiliates and other domestic manufacturers, as well as expansion into industries like construction, shipbuilding, and agriculture. Hyundai and Kia aim to enter global markets starting in 2026. The device’s design incorporates carbon composite and impact-resistant materials to ensure durability, comfort, and protection during long hours of use
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Hyundai and Kia continue to receive significant recognition for their electric vehicles, with recent wins at the 2025 Autotrader Drivers’ Choice Awards in the UK. The Kia EV3 earned two top honors: “Car of the Year” and “Best Mainstream Electric Car.” These awards are based on feedback from over 225,000 UK car owners who rated vehicles on 16 criteria including reliability, performance, and overall satisfaction. The EV3 was praised for its exceptional value, clever design, premium features, and driving experience, making it a standout in the mainstream EV market. This marks another major accolade following the Kia EV6’s Car of the Year win the previous year. Hyundai also celebrated success with its IONIQ 5 being named “Best Car for City Drivers” at the same awards. Owners highlighted its smooth drive, excellent visibility, unique styling, and practicality, making it well-suited for urban environments. While the IONIQ 5 did not match the EV
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Hyundai and Kia have achieved significant safety recognition for their electric vehicles (EVs), with three models—the Hyundai IONIQ 5, Hyundai IONIQ 6, and Kia EV9—earning the 2025 IIHS Top Safety Pick+ (TSP+) awards. This rating, given by the respected Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), indicates superior crash protection and safety features. The inherent design advantages of EVs, such as a lower center of gravity due to battery placement and larger crumple zones from the absence of a traditional engine, contribute to these strong safety performances. Beyond these three EVs, Hyundai and Kia have multiple other models that also received TSP+ ratings, including five additional Hyundai models and two more Kia models. However, the Kia EV6 did not receive a TSP or TSP+ rating this year, though it is expected to achieve a top safety rating in the future. Overall, the strong safety ratings across most of their EV lineup underscore
electric-vehiclesHyundaiKiabattery-technologyautomotive-safetyenergy-storagerenewable-energyKia EV4 Redefines the Electric Sedan Experience with Class-Leading Innovation, Spacious Interior & Premium Technology - CleanTechnica
Kia has unveiled the full specifications of the EV4, its first global dedicated electric compact sedan, designed to drive mass adoption of electric vehicles. The EV4 offers exceptional performance, ultra-rapid charging, and a WLTP-estimated range of up to 630 km. It features a bold, innovative design aligned with Kia’s ‘Opposites United’ philosophy, combining sharp lines and aerodynamic efficiency with sustainability through the use of recycled materials in exterior and interior components. The vehicle achieves a segment-leading drag coefficient of 0.230 Cd, enhancing both aesthetics and efficiency. The EV4 is available in two body styles: a four-door sedan for Korea and North America, and a five-door model tailored for Europe. It is currently on sale in Korea, with global sales planned for the second half of 2025. Notably, the EV4 introduces a front-mounted manual charging door with an enhanced status indicator for user convenience, along with advanced LED lighting as standard across all trims. Kia positions
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