Come on reviews and announces how update the cars software for free. Not only that, Kia introduces important improvements to the infotainment system on its models.
KIA announces how to update car software for free, press office source
Kia, towards new driving experiences with EV Route Planner
The most significant introduction from a functional point of view concerns EV Route Planner. This allows optimal planning of the route to be tackled with EV vehicles.
The new feature includes the latest software update the EV6 models and on the Niro EV. making thean even more pleasant and comfortable 100% electric driving experience.
Drivers no longer have to worry about where to charge their electric vehicles. Especially when they will be traveling long distances. Because the charging points will be identified by artificial intelligence.
State-of-the-art navigation system
Il Upgraded navigation system automatically detects and reports charging stations. For example as stops along the way. Drivers of Kia’s EVs can therefore travel long distances without worry.
Also, the system evaluates independently if the battery level is low. To reach the destination and in case it warns the driver by indicating the closest charging stations to reach.
In addition, to ensure optimal charging time, the system will automatically initiate the battery conditioning process. If the external temperatures require it, so as to be able to recharge energy more quickly.
All the parameters of the cars are under control
The proposed route is based on a algorithm. This takes into account the state of charge, the information on Live Charging POI.
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And real-time energy consumption, calculated taking into account multiple external factors including topography. Furthermore, the weather conditions, the traffic as well as the driving style of the driver. Updating the software ensures that the information is maintained.
Even if the server itineraries are switched to the basic navigation system due to network problems. In this case, the system will perform the recalculations including the EV POIs (charging points).
All data will be updated automatically. After being analyzed by the CCS mode in the name of maximum comfort for users.
KIA announces how to update car software for free, press office source
How does KIA’s software update work
With the new update, frequently used charging points are given priority. They can be searched for by selecting Navigation > POI categories > Charging points > Near current location. The system will display a list of charging points close to the vehicle’s position and memorize the ones visited most often. The data of your favorite charging stations is also synchronized with the phone application for an even more immediate and easy search. EV Route Planner will be maintained in maximum efficiency, punctuality and accuracy of information through periodic software updates.
Additional updates for reception, media and connectivity
The EV route planning function is the spearhead of Kia’s latest software update, which however includes other equally interesting features. These include the Soundhound music search service. The software identifies songs playing on the radio and provides song title and artist information on the system home screen.
The latest Kia software update also introduced new icons and improved existing symbols, including a new interface image and menu structure. The changes have been designed for easier and more intuitive use and navigation between menus and submenus.
Convenience and ease of use are the two main inputs that guided the creation of the new Kia software update, available for many existing Kia models via the OTA (over-the-air) system and standard for all new models, starting from EV9. For more information on the availability of the new update, please refer to the list of affected vehicles.
MY 22 vehicles equipped with telematics can receive all the latest updates via over-the-air (OTA) technology*. The OTA campaign started on July 3rd. For older vehicles you will be able to obtain updates by proceeding manually via the Navigation Updater Portal.