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With delivery of new tax-exempt taxis Kia affirms it plans to stay in Ecuador

Published on May 13, 2024

Facebook Twitter Google+ LinkedIn An agreement between the South Korean brand, the Ministry of Transportation, and Fedotaxis allows the Soluto model to be sold for $13,999 in that sector. Kia, a leading automotive brand, has recently made significant strides in the Ecuadorian market by delivering the first batch of exempt taxis, signaling its steadfast commitment […]

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