# EV Trend Korea 2026 exhibition in Seoul

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ev-trend-korea-2026-exhibition
> Updated: 2026-08-25T00:41:50.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 3.

The EV Trend Korea 2026 exhibition opened at COEX in Seoul, running from August 25 to 27. Hosted by the Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment, the event features 89 companies across 393 booths, showcasing the broader electric vehicle ecosystem, including manufacturers, battery technology, and charging infrastructure.

Major automakers continue to highlight diverse lineups. Kia is presenting the PV5 Passenger, EV3 GT-Line, and EV5 GT-Line, with the EV5 notably winning the ‘Korea Electric Vehicle of the Year’ award and receiving the Minister of Environment Award. BYD Korea is showcasing its ‘Power of Duality’ concept, featuring the Atto 3 Plus electric SUV and the Sealion 6 DM-i plug-in hybrid. Other exhibitors include BMW, KGM, and Volvo Cars Korea.

During the 5th annual EV Awards, Polestar 3 was named ‘Jury's Choice: EV of the Year’ in the international category, cited for its performance, design, and safety. Other award recipients included Hyundai's IONIQ 6N and Polestar 3 for innovation, and Volvo's ES90 in the media category.

Beyond passenger vehicles, the exhibition includes a specialized section for non-road electrification, such as electric forklifts and three-wheeled vehicles. However, the event also reflects industry challenges, specifically a noticeable decrease in participation from major charging point operators (CPOs) due to rising operational costs, profitability concerns, and the complexities of electricity pricing structures within the charging sector.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-25: EV Trend Korea 2026 exhibition opens at COEX in Seoul

EV Trend Korea 2026 has launched at COEX in Seoul, featuring major automakers like Kia, BYD, and Polestar, while highlighting industry awards and challenges in the charging infrastructure sector.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kia-showcases-ev-lineup-at-ev-trend-korea-2026

### 2026-08-14: Seoul to host EV Trend Korea 2026 featuring Kia, BYD, and BMW

The EV Trend Korea 2026 exhibition in Seoul will feature 12 electrified models from Kia, BYD, BMW, Volvo, and KGM, ranging from electric SUVs to specialized PBVs and pickups.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/seoul-to-host-ev-trend-korea-2026-featuring-kia-byd-and-bmw

### 2026-07-25: Kia EV6 electric SUV reviewed; Samsung Galaxy phones discounted on AliExpress

Kia's EV6 electric SUV receives a detailed review praising its design, range and fast charging, while Samsung offers up to 61% off Galaxy phones on AliExpress, including models A16, S25 and A56.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kia-ev6-electric-suv-reviewed-samsung-galaxy-phones-discounted-on-aliexpress

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Cite as: EV Trend Korea 2026 exhibition in Seoul. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/ev-trend-korea-2026-exhibition