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Kia wins first award for electric van

Kia wins first award for electric van

The Kia PV5 has won the ‘One to Watch’ Award at the What Van? Awards 2025, ahead of the production-design reveal and ultimate launch of Kia’s first electric van next year.

Published 10 Dec 2024By CV Show News

The What Van? Awards celebrate the brands, businesses and organisations within the UK’s light commercial vehicle industry that have reached the pinnacle of their fields, with an appropriately business-focused event that took place at the London Hilton Bankside hotel.

The What Van? Awards are assessed by a panel of independent judges from across the light commercial vehicle sector. The ‘One to Watch’ award is only given to the most appealing and interesting vehicle set to change, invigorate or disrupt the sector.

James Dallas, editor of What Van?, commented: “Kia’s entry into the LCV market with this versatile, modular van promises to signal the shape of things to come for electric load carriers.”

Simon Hetherington, Kia UK’s commercial director added: “Kia’s entrance in the van industry is a ground-breaking moment for our brand and comes at a time of significant industry change. We’re confident with our starting place: 100% electric with a dedicated EV platform and the unique benefit of being able to tailor our commercial vehicle business to modern challenges.”

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