Kia had 39 patents in ecommerce during Q4 2023. Kia Corp’s patents filed in Q4 2023 focus on vehicle recommendation and taxi service systems. These patents involve methods and systems for determining user tendencies, calculating vehicle compatibilities, providing vehicle purchase information based on user preferences, and optimizing vehicle recommendations based on user tendencies. The inventions also include integrated terminals for taxi services that consider vehicle distribution call information, operation fees, and changing output screens based on vehicle data. Additionally, a location information obtaining apparatus for vehicles is described, which includes obtaining GPS information, map matching feedback, and determining current vehicle location. GlobalData’s report on Kia gives a 360-degreee view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Kia grant share with ecommerce as a theme is 20% in Q4 2023. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
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Application: Vehicle comparison method and vehicle comparison service providing server (Patent ID: US20230410158A1)
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The patent filed by Kia Corp describes a vehicle comparing method that involves providing a user question and propensity test, determining user propensity, calculating vehicle compatibilities, and comparing a reference vehicle with a target vehicle based on factors like depreciation rate and maintenance cost. The method aims to provide users with information to make informed decisions when purchasing a vehicle, especially when considering factors like depreciation and maintenance costs. The system includes a service providing server that collects user information, determines user propensity, calculates vehicle compatibilities, and provides purchase information comparing the reference vehicle with a target vehicle based on various factors.
The method outlined in the patent involves a systematic approach to vehicle comparison, taking into account user preferences, vehicle-specific characteristics, depreciation rates, and maintenance costs. By considering these factors, the method aims to assist users in selecting a vehicle that aligns with their needs and financial considerations. The system described in the patent utilizes a user terminal to gather information, analyze user propensity, and provide detailed comparisons between vehicles, ultimately aiming to enhance the vehicle purchasing experience for consumers.
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