Overview
- Kia’s trial uses Dukosi hardware to stream real-time metrics from each battery cell, with data viewable in the vehicle’s infotainment system and updated after repairs.
- Kia says cell-level diagnostics could surface faults earlier, enable targeted cell replacements instead of full modules, lower repair costs, and extend battery life.
- The pilot is being conducted with TNO and Delft University of Technology and sits within broader EU testing of battery passport systems.
- Kia plans to offer the battery passport service on its EV and hybrid models sold in Europe by February 2027.
- Electrek reports Kia is the first automaker to publicly test a battery passport at the cellular level, as rival efforts from brands such as Volvo focus on traceability features including provenance and carbon footprint.