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Modernized Minivan Makeovers

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The South Korean Kia 'Ray' Gets a New and Exclusive 2023 Makeover

— August 12, 2022 — Autos
Kia has launched a new design for its ‘Ray’ minivan for the 2023 season. The Korean automobile manufacturer has given the classic minivan a modern makeover, reinventing it with new aesthetics commonly found on the electric and hybrid vehicles of today. The new Kia model comes with a fully covered grill, a new and improved badge design, new streamlined LED lights and taillights, and the body comes with a refreshed look as well.

It is rumored that the new Kia ‘Ray’ will keep its internal combustion engine and electric powertrains. The original model boasts a 1.0-liter MPI engine and a four-speed automatic gearbox, while the powertrain is a single-motor setup with 67 horsepower and a 16.4kWh lithium-ion battery.

The 2023 Kia ‘Ray’ is will solely be available as a South Korean exclusive, and more specifications are expected to be released before its September debut.

Image Credit: Kia
Trend Themes
1. Modern Minivan Aesthetics - The reinvention of the classic minivan with new aesthetics found on electric and hybrid vehicles presents an opportunity for car manufacturers to innovate and modernize their designs.
2. Hybrid Powertrain Revamps - Continued updates to the powertrain systems in hybrid and electric vehicles opens up opportunities for innovation and improvement in fuel efficiency and sustainability.
3. Exclusive Regional Models - Offering exclusive models for specific regions presents opportunities for automobile manufacturers to tailor their designs to specific markets and customer segments.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Manufacturing - Automobile manufacturers can capitalize on the trend of modernizing and innovating minivan designs by launching their own updated models and targeting customers seeking modern aesthetics.
2. Battery Manufacturing - The updates to the powertrain system and lithium-ion battery in the new Kia 'Ray' present opportunities for battery manufacturers to innovate and improve battery efficiency and sustainability.
3. Marketing and Sales - Creating exclusive regional models to target specific markets can provide opportunities for marketing and sales professionals to develop targeted campaigns and strategies to reach specific customer segments.
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