Kia names new president
Kia Motors has announced that Ho-sung Song, head of global operations division, has been promoted to president.
He will spearhead the advancement of “Plan S”, the company’s mid- to long-term strategy aimed at progressively establishing a leadership position in the future automotive industry.
Plan S targets a shift toward electric and autonomous vehicles from a business system focused on internal combustion engine vehicles. By the end of 2025, the company plans to offer a full line-up of 11 battery electric vehicles. With these models, Kia is looking to achieve a 6.6% share of the global EV market, while also attaining a 25% share of its sales from its eco-friendly cars.
