# Is Kia Really Making A Pickup Truck For The US Market?

> The small pickup truck market has been heating up for the past few years, with models like the Ford Maverick and Hyundai Santa Cruz exploding in popularity.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1830731/kia-pickup-truck-us-market-confirmed-real-electric-vehicle/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=67f7252fa4aa84fc1e386820)
- **Published:** 2025-04-10
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #hyundai #rivian #ford #kia #market #pickup #truck #making
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