
- Kia will slow down EV9 production in the U.S. as stricter battery sourcing rules are set to be effective in 2025.
- Most EV9s sold in the U.S. at the moment are imported from Korea and use critical minerals sourced from China.
- That's set to change as the Hyundai Motor Group has two battery plants coming up in Georgia in partnership with SK On and LG Energy Solution.