Kia introduces the Connected Home system, integrated with the Kia EV9 electric vehicle model.
Kia Unveils Electrifying Future at CES 2024
At this year's Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Kia Motors made a significant splash with the introduction of the Kia Connected Home. This two-story structure, showcasing the benefits of living with an electric vehicle (EV), is a testament to the company's commitment to electrification and its design philosophy, Opposites United.
The Kia Connected Home serves as a sensory journey, highlighting Kia's innovative use of materials such as bioplastic produced from biomass sources and bio polyurethane, which replace animal-based leather. Natural dyes and recycled cotton are also implemented in the interior of the Concept EV4, creating a unique and eco-friendly ambience.
Among the EVs on display, the Kia EV9, the first Kia EV to support V2H capabilities, took centre stage. The Quasar 2, an innovative 11.5-kW DC charger, is expected to facilitate bidirectional charging and act as a mobile power source for the EV9, even providing power to the home in case of a power outage.
The all-electric Concept EV3, with its unique silhouette defined by a sloping roofline, disconnected C pillar, and robust squared wheel arches cut with asymmetrical angles, stood out as a striking example of Kia's design prowess. The interior of this compact crossover promotes emotional wellbeing, featuring soft mood lighting, an ultra-clean dashboard surfacing, advanced ergonomic seat designs, and natural fiber structures.
The Concept EV4, on display outside the Kia Connected Home, represents the purity of the "Power to Progress" pillar of the Opposites United design philosophy. Its interior features a sleek and spacious horizontal layout with an innovative HVAC user interface and pin-style air vents that can change patterns. Handwoven fabric stripes applied to the vehicle's storage area and dashboard create a 3D effect, adding to the overall aesthetic appeal.
Kia America's COO and EVP, Steven Center, stated that the presence at CES aims to inform and inspire consumers about the advantages of electrification in home lives. The company set the stage at CES with an exhibition of five "Platform Beyond Vehicles" (PBV) concept models, showcasing the diverse potential of the future.
The Concept PBV A utilizes an "Easy Swap" technology designed to meet diverse customer needs, enabling a single vehicle chassis to serve various purposes with interchangeable modules connected to the base vehicle via a hybrid electromagnetic and mechanical coupling. This versatile design concept underscores Kia's dedication to creating vehicles that cater to the evolving needs of its customers.
The Kia Connected Home and the unveiled EV models, including the 2024 EV9, which could offer bidirectional charging for properly equipped homes in the future, represent a bold step forward for Kia in the realm of electrification and sustainable design. As the automotive industry continues to evolve, Kia is positioning itself at the forefront of innovation, offering consumers a glimpse into the exciting future of electric mobility.
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