South Korea's Kia Corp plans to produce hybrid vehicles at its affiliate Hyundai Motor's new U.S. factory starting in mid-2026 as it seeks to meet growing demand, Kia's chief executive said without disclosing the models.

Hyundai has significantly expanded its North American manufacturing footprint over the last few years, and its massive Georgia production facility recently announced a major milestone . The factory is now open and ready to start rolling new Hyundai Ioniq 9 EVs off the line.