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We create new business opportunities

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The Kia PV5 and your conversion technology
We create new business opportunities


Create new possibilities for future mobility with Kia now


 

PAST CONTEST

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What is your next step? 

Your technological expertise,
realize it through the Kia PV5. 

Every moment when an idea is converted into a business,

Kia is here with you
Building a new PBV ecosystem.

We are reviewing the possibility of follow-up collaboration for outstanding winning entries.

Some of last year's winning ideas

Commercialization linkage is being promoted.

Some winning teams from the 3rd and 4th contests, together with Kia,
We are conducting reviews on follow-up development collaboration and commercialization linkage.

The first step to making your vision a reality

The Kia PV5, born for conversion

provides the best development environment.


Kia AddGear's standardized

By utilizing the platform,

It can be optimized according to customer needs.

A new beginning to find 'partners'

5th PBV Idea Contest 
To find 'partners'

It is a new beginning.

The commercialization potential of innovative conversion ideas

is an opportunity for us to review together.

Your ideas into real business

Kia will jointly review the potential for conversion.

The first step to making your vision a reality,

Starts at Kia Headquarters.

The first step to making your vision a reality

PBV Idea Contest
Briefing Session & Networking Event Guide

That cannot be conveyed through online channels alone
Experience Kia's sincerity and the vision of PBV firsthand
Be the first to seize new business opportunities.

EVENT 01 · Briefing Session

We invite representatives and key practitioners from each category.

Scheduled for Thursday, September 3, 2026, from 9:30 to 10:30 AM

Location:Learning Lab on the 3rd Floor of Hyundai Kia Headquarters

Eligibility: Representatives or key practitioners related to each participating category

EVENT 02 · Networking Event

We invite participants from each category.

Scheduled for Thursday, September 17, 2026, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM

Location:Startup Venture Campus Seoul (SVC Seoul)

Eligibility: Representatives or key practitioners related to each participating category 및 공모전에 참여하는 모든 General인 포함

Applications are open without participant limits. We will contact selected participants separately after the registration period ends and internal selection.

Beyond a simple contest,

Supports business collaboration with Kia.

5th PBV Idea Contest

Application period: August 18, 2026 (Tue) ~ October 31, 2026 (26.8.18 ~ 10.31)

  1. ConversionTopic:Industry-Specific PV5 Conversion IdeasEligibility: Conversion companiesView Details
  2. Aftermarket AccessoriesTopic:Aftermarket Accessories Ideas to Enhance PV5 Utility and ExpandabilityEligibility: Aftermarket Accessories DevelopersView Details
  3. Solutions (S/W)Topic:Industry-Specific In-Vehicle App Service Ideas for PV5Eligibility: App Development StartupsView Details
  4. BusinessTopic:PV5-Based Business Models and Operational Innovation IdeasEligibility: Companies, institutions, and sole proprietors capable of business operations using PV5View Details
  5. GeneralTopic:Free Ideas Utilizing PV5Eligibility: Anyone Interested in PV5View Details

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the eligibility requirements for the Conversion category?

Any company holding a business registration certificate for specialty vehicles/campers/commercial vehicle modifications and with over one year of relevant experience may participate. Those with experience in eco-friendly vehicle modifications or certification records from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport will receive preference.

What documents are required when submitting an idea?

A Conversion Idea Proposal (within 20 PPT slides) is mandatory. Submitting additional materials such as 3D modeling, detailed drawings, estimated production costs, and marketability analysis reports can earn bonus points.