EV Geek Podcast

Kia's 2027 Software Revolution: Inside Pleos Connect

July 31, 2026·13 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Hyundai Motor Group is officially overhauling its digital cabin. Starting in 2027, Kia vehicles will begin featuring Pleos Connect—a brand-new, Android-based infotainment platform designed to power the next generation of software-defined electric vehicles. In today’s episode, we break down what this major tech shift means for future EV owners: • What is Pleos Connect and how does Android Automotive OS change the in-car experience? • Why Hyundai and Kia are keeping physical backup buttons alongside giant touchscreens. • Gleo AI: How context-aware voice assistance actually works on the road. • Scaling to 20 Million EVs: The plan for continuous over-the-air updates and a third-party app ecosystem. Got thoughts on pure touchscreens vs. physical buttons in modern EVs? Leave a comment or send us a message in the Spotify app! Enjoyed the show? Tap the follow button, leave us a 5-star rating, and share this episode with fellow EV enthusiasts. #ElectricVehicles #EVNews #Kia #Hyundai #PleosConnect #CarTech #SoftwareDefinedVehicle #TheFridayCharge

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