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Kia Launches Wheelchair-Accessible PV5 WAV Electric Van

Unveiled at London’s Future of the Car Summit, the PV5 WAV combines sustainable electric mobility with tailored accessibility features for wheelchair users.

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This photo provided by Kia Corp. on May 13, 2025, shows the company's PV5 WAV model showcased at the Future of the Car Summit in London. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap)
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Overview

  • The PV5 WAV was introduced as an inclusive electric vehicle designed to enhance mobility for wheelchair users, caregivers, and families.
  • Key features include a side-entry system, a 300kg-rated wheelchair ramp, and a specialized belt fastening system for safe travel.
  • The vehicle was developed in collaboration with Motability Solutions, a specialist in mobility equipment, to address accessibility needs.
  • Production will take place at Kia’s Hwaseong EVO Plant in South Korea, utilizing eco-friendly manufacturing practices.
  • Pricing and production volume details have not yet been disclosed, leaving future availability unconfirmed.