Kia's electric van is about to go on patrol with AI cameras and drones
Kia is launching the AI Patrol PV5, an electric van designed for police use, which will begin pilot operations in June 2026 with the Korean National Police Agency. The vehicle features AI-powered 4K cameras that can detect weapons, emergencies, and fires, and includes a roof-mounted drone with thermal imaging and 90X zoom for surveillance. The PV5 is based on Kia's modular E-GMP.S platform and is part of a broader range of electric van configurations.
- ▪The AI Patrol PV5 is Kia's first all-electric van developed under its Platform Beyond Vehicle business.
- ▪It will be equipped with front and rear 4K AI cameras capable of identifying weapons, detecting emergencies, and spotting fires.
- ▪The van includes a roof-mounted drone with thermal imaging, 90X zoom, and on-the-go charging for surveillance and license plate reading.
- ▪Pilot operations with the Korean National Police Agency are set to begin in June 2026.
- ▪The PV5 is built on the modular E-GMP.S platform and is available in multiple configurations, including passenger, cargo, and specialized variants.
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