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Kia Canada Partners with Variablegrid to Improve Home EV Charging Solutions
Kia Canada today announced an innovative partnership with Variablegrid Adaptive Power Inc., a Canadian energy technology leader specializing in electric vehicle (EV) energy management. As the first automotive brand in Canada to partner with Variablegrid, Kia continues to lead EV accessibility by introducing groundbreaking solutions and advanced technology tailored to the Canadian market.
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