Kia is Releasing New NBA Display Themes!

Jul 1, 2024

Kia has exciting news for all you basketball fans out there! Earlier this year, the car manufacturer launched a new feature to its Digital Features and Services platform, coming just in time for the NBA playoffs. Owners of the 2024 Kia EV9 now have the opportunity to personalize their dashboard’s 12.3-inch display with the vibrant colors and logos of any of the NBA’s 30 teams. This exciting feature will eventually be available to other Kia models equipped with the latest Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC) system. In turn, this will allow an even larger number of fans to proudly display their team loyalty. Interested in these features? The staff at Crain Kia of Bentonville in Bentonville, AR can help you find a vehicle that meets your needs. Our team of experts can assist you in finding a ride with these features and more, ensuring that your vehicle is tailored to your preferences.

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Fans can now express their dedication to their favorite NBA teams, like the Golden State Warriors or the Chicago Bulls, directly in their cars. Select EV9 models have special sounds when you start and stop the car, making it a unique way to show team spirit. This level of personalization in the instrument cluster and infotainment screens enables you to demonstrate your team loyalty to the fullest.

The 2024 Kia EV9 represents the brand’s cutting-edge technology, offering the capability for remote updates through Over-the-Air (OTA) technology. This allows for continuous improvement of its performance, entertainment features, and more. The vehicle will debut NBA-themed display options, which will eventually be accessible on other Kia models equipped with the advanced ccNC infotainment system. Fans will have the opportunity to personalize their vehicles with their favorite NBA team themes, available for purchase at $39.99 each through the Kia Connect Store, accessible within the Kia Access app or on the Kia Owner Portal.

“As avid basketball enthusiasts, we’re thrilled to introduce our latest available OTA update, which combines the thrill of the NBA with the opportunity to personalize your Kia vehicle,” said COO and EVP of Kia America, Steven Center. “This is just the tip-off, as we’re committed to enhancing the ownership and driving experience with more exciting themes, collaborations, and digital features to be introduced in the future.”

About the EV9

The 2024 Kia EV9 is an award-winning three-row electric vehicle that’s quickly making a name for itself! This car was named both World Car of the Year and World Electric Vehicle at the 2024 World Car Awards, Best of the Best in Edmunds Top Rated 2024 list, and Top Gear’s 2023 Family Car of the Year.

We have a great selection of 2024 EV9s at Crain Kia of Bentonville! Stop by our dealership today to find yours, or custom order yours on our website.