Kia has reinforced its presence in Sri Lanka with the opening of a striking new showroom at the iconic Altair Colombo high-rise in Colombo, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s continued expansion and customer engagement in the country.
Unveiled exclusively to the media on 7 April 2026, the new facility spans approximately 2,700 square feet of prime retail space at Retail 3 within the Altair development. Strategically located at the entrance of the complex, the showroom offers maximum visibility and accessibility, placing Kia at the centre of one of Colombo’s most prominent luxury residential and lifestyle destinations.
Designed in line with Kia’s global brand guidelines, the showroom features a modern, customer-centric environment that reflects the company’s commitment to innovation, quality, and service excellence. The space is intended to deliver an immersive retail experience, allowing customers to explore Kia’s evolving vehicle portfolio in a setting that aligns with international standards.
Kia Motors Lanka Chairman Mahen Thambiah said the new showroom reflects the brand’s renewed commitment to Colombo and its focus on strengthening customer proximity. “The opening of this new showroom signals Kia’s renewed commitment to Colombo, strengthening its proximity to customers while enhancing convenience and accessibility for those seeking to engage with the brand. It represents a key milestone in our strategy to deepen customer relationships and expand the Kia footprint across key urban locations,” he said.
Taking centre stage at the showroom is the all-new Kia Tasman, the brand’s first-ever double cab pickup, making its Sri Lankan debut alongside the launch. The introduction of the Tasman highlights Kia’s strategy to diversify its portfolio and respond to evolving customer needs across multiple segments.
In addition to the Tasman, visitors to the Altair showroom can experience Kia’s full range of vehicles, further strengthening the brand’s appeal among a wide spectrum of automotive enthusiasts.
The launch of this flagship showroom at Altair underscores Kia’s vision of delivering world-class automotive experiences while bringing its innovative products and services closer to customers.
EVO by DIMO accelerates electric mobility with Siemens EV charging technology
The Power and Energy division of DIMO has launched EVO by DIMO, a dedicated solutions platform designed to accelerate the development of Sri Lanka’s electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. Covering charging capacities from 11kW to 360kW, the launch represents a significant milestone in the country’s evolving electric mobility ecosystem. Through this initiative, DIMO introduces the globally recognised Siemens range of commercial EV chargers to the local market, strengthening the foundation for large-scale EV adoption.
The Siemens commercial EV charging portfolio is engineered for high-demand environments such as office complexes, commercial buildings, shopping malls, hotels and resorts, hospitals, universities, and privately operated charging stations. Designed to meet the growing requirements of Sri Lanka’s EV sector, the chargers deliver high-performance, energy-efficient solutions that enable businesses to deploy world-class infrastructure at competitive cost levels.
EVO by DIMO will also introduce Sri Lanka’s first dual-gun AC 22kW chargers with IP65 certification, offering a durable and space-efficient solution for hotels, resorts, offices, roadside locations, and other destination charging points. The system is designed to support simultaneous charging for two vehicles, even in high-humidity and outdoor environments.
Looking ahead, EVO by DIMO aims to establish a fully connected nationwide EV charging network powered through the EVO by DIMO App. The platform enables users to locate nearby charging stations with real-time availability updates. Its “No Wallet Needed” feature allows seamless payments via securely tokenised credit and debit cards, eliminating the need for prepaid balances. Users can also start and stop charging sessions, monitor performance in real time, and receive smart notifications upon completion.
The platform will further introduce Sri Lanka’s first mobile DC roadside charging service, featuring a 30kW DC charger deployed via a dedicated assistance vehicle to provide emergency on-the-spot charging support. Additionally, Siemens EV chargers under EVO by DIMO support NFC-based access, enabling hotels, offices, and commercial facilities to implement secure, controlled, and customisable charging solutions.
Beyond developing its own network, EVO by DIMO also aims to serve as a trusted hardware supplier and service partner for other emerging EV charging operators, contributing to the broader expansion of Sri Lanka’s EV ecosystem through engineering expertise, technology, and after-sales support.
Kia enters Colombo’s skyline with landmark showroom at Altair
