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New York - At the 2026 New York International Auto Show, Kia introduced the 2027 EV3, an entry-level electric SUV that brings the design language and technology of the EV9 into a smaller, more attainable package. The EV3 arrives in five trims — Light, Wind, Land, GT-Line, and GT — with a targeted on-sale date of late 2026. Pricing will be announced closer to launch. Two Batteries, Real Range The EV3 is built on Kia's 400V E-GMP platform with a choice of two battery options. The entry Light trim uses a 58.3 kWh pack with front-wheel drive and up to a Kia-estimated 220 miles of range. The remaining four trims step up to an 81.4 kWh battery with up to a Kia-estimated 320 miles of range in FWD configuration. All-wheel drive is optional on Wind and Land and standard on GT-Line and GT. Output is 261 horsepower on AWD models and 288 horsepower on the GT, which adds a sport-tuned suspension and steering along with neon green brake calipers, seatbelts, and interior accents. The 58.3 kWh battery charges from 10 to 80 percent in approximately 29 minutes on a DC fast charger; the 81.4 kWh battery takes approximately 31 minutes. A native NACS port is standard, and Plug and Charge capability allows charging to begin by simply plugging in after a one-time setup in the Kia Access app. EV9 Design Language The EV3's exterior borrows directly from the EV9, including the star map DRL, hidden rear door handles, and flush-mounted roof rails. Standard wheels are 17-inch alloys; GT-Line and GT step up to 19-inch wheels, with the GT receiving unique 19-inch wheels to match its green caliper accents. A U.S.-exclusive Nightfall appearance package is available on certain trims, adding gloss black wheels, black emblems, bridge-type roof rails, and a dark gray interior. Interior, Cargo, and V2L Inside, the EV3 mirrors the EV9's cockpit with a nearly 30-inch panoramic display: dual 12.3-inch screens plus a 5-inch climate display. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard on all trims, and the ccNC system supports over-the-air updates. Available entertainment includes Netflix and YouTube streaming, along with display themes for Disney, Marvel, the NBA, and FIFA World Cup 2026. Cargo capacity is 26.1 cubic feet behind the second row, expanding to 56.5 cubic feet with the seats folded. The EV3 also includes a 0.9 cubic foot frunk. Rear seat backs recline up to 39 degrees. Available Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) allows the battery to power external devices; available Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) via a Wallbox bidirectional charger can return power to the home during outages. Kia's i-Pedal 3.0 one-pedal driving system is standard and now also functions in reverse. Safety All EV3 models include eight standard airbags including rear side airbags, Forward Collision Avoidance Assist with Junction Turning, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Departure Warning, and Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go. Available systems include Highway Driving Assist 2 and Remote Smart Parking Assist. More Kia EV Coverage Kia Debuts 2026 EV9 GT and 2025 EV6 Models at LA Auto Show Kia EV9 First Impression 2027 Kia Seltos Debuts at the New York International Auto Show See all photos in the 2027 Kia EV3 photo gallery. View full article

New York - The second-generation 2027 Kia Seltos made its North American debut at the 2026 New York International Auto Show, arriving longer, wider, and with something no competitor in the compact crossover segment can match: three distinct powertrain options. Three Powertrains The base engine carries over as the 2.0-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder, paired with Kia's Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT). Available in LX, S, EX, and X-Line trims, it comes with front-wheel drive or available all-wheel drive. Step up to the X-Line and the 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder develops 190 horsepower, routed through an 8-speed automatic with standard all-wheel drive. Rounding out the lineup is a new hybrid powertrain, pairing a 1.6-liter four-cylinder with a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission. The Seltos HEV also introduces e-AWD, a first for Kia on a hybrid SUV, delivering on-demand rear-axle power without a traditional driveshaft. Kia is reserving HEV performance figures and pricing for a later date. The 2.0-liter and 1.6T are targeted to arrive at dealerships in the second quarter of 2026. The HEV follows in late 2026. Bigger and More Capable The new Seltos grows in every dimension compared to the outgoing model, with the wheelbase increasing by 2.4 inches. That extra footprint translates into more interior space, including an inch of additional rear legroom, along with gains in headroom, shoulder room, and hip room. Cargo capacity behind the second row is an estimated 27.8 cubic feet, expanding to 64.1 cubic feet with the rear seats folded. Ground clearance rises from 7.3 to an available 8.1 inches. X-Line models add a new Multi-terrain AWD mode for light off-road use. Styling borrows cues from Kia's flagship Telluride, including amber DRL framing the front fascia, bold angles, and available auto-flush door handles. New exterior colors include Terrain Brown, Frost Blue, and Snow White Pearl with a contrasting black roof. Standard wheels are 16-inch alloys; the X-Line 2.0L steps up to 18-inch alloys, and the X-Line 1.6T and X-Line HEV with e-AWD receive 19-inch black wheels. Technology Inside, the ccNC infotainment system features a standard 12.3-inch touchscreen. An optional configuration pairs it with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 5-inch climate control display, totaling nearly 30 inches of combined screens, matching what Kia offers in larger vehicles. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard on all trims, and the system supports over-the-air updates. Available entertainment features include streaming for Disney+, Netflix, and YouTube, along with customizable display themes for all 30 NBA teams and select Disney brands. The HEV trim uses a stalk-mounted gear selector borrowed from the Telluride and EV9, freeing up the center console for open storage. Advanced Safety Standard on all 2027 Seltos models is Forward Collision Avoidance Assist with Junction Turning, Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Departure Warning, and front and rear Parking Distance Warning. Available features include a 360-degree Surround View Monitor and a Blind-Spot View Monitor that displays a live video feed of the corresponding blind spot when the turn signal is activated. More Kia Coverage 2027 Kia Seltos: New Platform, Up to 190 HP, EV9-Inspired Styling 2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid: Bigger, Bolder SUV with 329 HP and 600-Mile Range 2026 Kia K4 Sedan and Hatchback Pricing Announced See all photos in the 2027 Kia Seltos photo gallery. View full article

Again, loving owning the Camry Hybrid, I plan on full EV next car.  The world's opinion will not go back, nor should it.  You do motorcycles, I do Bicycles. Riding around, even in deep red areas I am seeing a TON of EV's here in Ohio.  Its like Diesel vs Steam for railroads. At a certain point, even if you are Norfolk and Western and have tons of near free coal, or Pennsylvania with advanced steam locomotives, Diesel just makes infinite sense. Likewise, EV's. ICE is dead man walking. 

I am loving Hybrid, I can't wait to do full EV when I replace the truck.     

At the 2026 New York International Auto Show, Hyundai made an appearance nobody had on their bingo card: the Boulder Concept, a body-on-frame SUV design study confirming the brand's intent to enter the midsize pickup truck segment. Hyundai CEO José Muñoz stated at the reveal that a production midsize pickup is targeted for delivery by 2030, representing just one of 36 new Hyundai vehicles planned for North America by that date. The move into body-on-frame is a significant step for Hyundai. The midsize truck segment, dominated by the Ford Ranger, Toyota Tacoma, and Chevrolet Colorado, has been one of the few areas where the brand had no competitive answer. The Boulder Concept, with its blunt upright stance and aggressive proportions, signals that Hyundai is taking this entry seriously. Exterior Design The Boulder's styling falls under what Hyundai calls "Art of Steel," a design language developed in collaboration with Hyundai Steel that treats the material's natural formability as a feature rather than something to minimize. The result is clean and muscular, with a flat hood, upright two-box silhouette, and squared-off proportions that make the vehicle's purpose clear at a glance. The entire exterior is finished in Liquid Titanium. Specific details worth noting include coach-style doors that open outward from a shared center pillar on both rows, dual fixed safari windows above the door glass that flood the cabin with light, and a low-profile roof rack with steel webbing between the rails for extra cargo capacity. Reflective material appears on the tow hooks and door handles, a practical touch for identifying the vehicle after dark on the trail. The spare tire mounts on the tailgate in full-size format (37x12.50R18 LT mud-terrain), the rear tailgate itself is double-hinged and opens from either side, and a power drop-down rear window accommodates long cargo or trail ventilation. Inside the Boulder The interior takes an approach that will resonate with anyone tired of swipe-and-tap cabin controls. Physical knobs and buttons handle the frequently-used functions, deliberately placed within easy reach for off-road use where a touchscreen becomes a frustration rather than a convenience. The cabin uses robust materials at grab points and high-wear surfaces, with a warm tan and rust-orange color palette throughout. Fold-out tray tables are built into the front seat backs, practical surfaces for a trail lunch or a quick work session in the field. Overhead, the dual safari fixed windows continue from the exterior design, providing natural light and sightlines to the surrounding terrain. A software-driven guidance system projects off-road navigation data across the windshield glass, functioning as what Hyundai describes as a digital co-pilot for unfamiliar terrain. The Road to Production Hyundai has committed that its future body-on-frame vehicles will be designed in America, developed for America, built in America, and forged with steel produced by Hyundai Steel's U.S. facilities. Hyundai Motor North America CEO Randy Parker characterized the midsize pickup as a "significant growth opportunity" and positioned the Boulder Concept as a clear signal of how the company is approaching the segment. The Boulder Concept is a pure design study. No powertrain has been announced, no production specifications are confirmed, and the vehicle itself will not head to showrooms in this form. What Hyundai has confirmed is the platform architecture, the target segment, and the intent to deliver a production midsize pickup by 2030.   View full article