New Kona Electric has more power and longer range
Hyundai has treated its Kona to an update. The new generation did not only get an external makeover – it also has more power and an extended range.
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Hyundai introduces vehicle subscription in the USA
Hyundai Motor America announced its new Evolve+ electric vehicle subscription service, providing flexibility to consumers who want to drive Hyundai’s newest EVs without committing to a purchase or longer-term lease.
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Hyundai to sell only electric vehicles in Norway from 2023
Hyundai will only sell pure electric cars in Norway from 1 January 2023. Since 2020, the Korean manufacturer had already been offering only electric cars and plug-in hybrids there. At the end of 2022, Hyundai sold the last PHEVs in Norway and is now focusing on pure electricity.
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Hyundai presents the new Kona generation design
Hyundai has unveiled the design of the new Kona generation. The small SUV has a much more modern look. The Korean company has not provided any details about the technical specifications yet, but they should hardly come as a surprise.
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P3 Charging Index: Kia EV6 is new long-distance champion
Summertime = travel time. But how do electric cars fare on the long haul? In this third edition of the P3 Charging Index, there was a new winner – for the first time, the electric car with the best long-distance performance no longer comes from Germany but from South Korea. It is not the only […]
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Hyundai to manufacture the GV70 in the USA
After the Hyundai Motor Group announced in May it would produce electric cars in the USA from 2022, there are now more details: The first electric model the group will produce in Alabama will be the Genesis GV70 EV from early 2022. Meanwhile, Hyundai has released a teaser image of its concept ‘Seven’.
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Has the real culprit of GM’s and Hyundai’s battery issues been found
The faulty LG battery cells that led to major recalls for electric cars from GM and Hyundai originate from at least two Asian plants of the battery manufacturer, specifically in South Korea and China, according to new findings.
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Hyundai-Kia update US electric car line-up
Hyundai and Kia are updating their electrified car line-up in the United States. Hyundai, for example, lowered the price for the Kona Electric while Kia is bringing in some new hybrid cars in the model year 2022.
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Hyundai launches EV leasing service in the UK
Hyundai Motor UK has launched a new all-in-one monthly subscription service for its line-up of hybrid, plug-in hybrid and fully electric models.
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The emission-free power of poo
Urban Utilities has launched Australia’s first poo-powered SUV, their second vehicle powered by electricity generated from sewage. Aptly named ‘Number 2’, the new SUV – a Hyundai Kona Electric – is the second vehicle to join the Urban Utilities poo car lineup.
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Uber drivers get special deals on Hyundai EVs
Hyundai Motor has entered into a strategic partnership with Uber in Europe. Through this cooperation, Hyundai will offer Uber drivers discounted access to its Ioniq Electric and Kona Electric models, as well as future all-electric vehicle models.
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Hyundai and Kia electric car line-up in the UK
Hyundai Motor UK has reduced its electric car range prices following changes to the government’s Plug-In Car Grant. This includes both the Kona and Ioniq EV adjusted to meet the requirements, excepting only the top-specced version as too expensive.
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Kona Electric battery recall keeps troubling Hyundai
Hyundai’s recall of the Kona EV due to allegedly faulty cells supplied by LG continues to be a bumpy road. Some owners told Reuters of delays and poor communication, adding fuel to a long story that yet awaits an adequate solution.
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Electrify America charging free for 2021 Kona Electric and Ioniq Electric
Hyundai Motor America now offers free charging at Electrify America’s ultra-fast charging network for owners of 2021 Kona Electric and Ioniq Electric models. The offer covers 250 kilowatt-hours, which translates to around 1,000 miles or 1,609 km of EPA estimated driving range in the two 2021 models.
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Hyundai announces UK pricing for Tucson & Kona
Hyundai has announced prices and specifications for two models to be launched in the UK. The updated Kona Electric is to launch at £30,125 including the plug-in grant, while the new Tucson PHEV is priced starting from £39,330.
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Onto expands EV subscription fleet once more
British EV subscription service Onto continues on building the fleet as the company adds Hyundai electric cars to the fleet. They join a base of electric vehicles from PSA but also Tesla, BMW and Jaguar.
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Hyundai considers dropping Kona Electric in Korea
It looks like Hyundai is considering ceasing Kona Electric sales on the South Korean market following two recent recalls of the electric model. In Europe, sales of the Kona Electric will continue.
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Hyundai presents E-GMP electric car platform
Hyundai presented the Electric Global Modular Platform, or E-GMP for short, at a digital event. The platform should form the basis for the Group’s future electric cars and is distinguished by its efficiency.
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Hyundai expands VIVe car-sharing in rural Spain
About a year ago, Hyundai introduced an e-car sharing service for Spain under the VIVe label. Following the success of the pilot project in the village of Campisábalos, Hyundai is now rolling out the service nationwide.
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Kona owners unhappy with software fix
The Kona Electric battery fires now have resulted in legal repercussions for Hyundai. Around 200 owners of the model have filed a class action lawsuit against the Korean car manufacturer.
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Hyundai to offer 10 EVs on US market by the end of 2022
Hyundai announced it will offer ten electrified vehicles in the US by the end of 2022. The list includes four conventional hybrids, two plug-in hybrids, as well as three battery-electric cars and the fuel cell Nexo.
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Hyundai Kona Electric gets an aesthetic upgrade
Hyundai has treated its Kona Electric to a model upgrade. While nothing has changed in the powertrain, the new Kona Electric comes with a revised design, a refurbished interior and enhanced safety and comfort features.
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Police Scotland awards big contracts to BP Chargemaster and Hyundai
Police Scotland has just awarded BP Chargemaster a contract worth up to £21 million to supply charging infrastructure for electric vehicles at its properties. An order for electric cars has also been placed with Hyundai UK.
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Hyundai recalls 25,000 Kona models in Korea
In South Korea, Hyundai has had to recall around 25,000 Kona Electric for a faulty battery part. This follows around 13 incidents involving the LG Chem batteries of Kona electric cars. It is unclear if other markets are affected as well.
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Hyundai promises UK customers delivery within days
Hyundai Motor UK has confirmed the supply of “thousands of electric vehicles in 2020”, in its aim to become one of the UK’s largest provider of electric cars. Customers looking for an all-electric Hyundai can now order their car with delivery in as little as a few days.
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Hyundai & Kia working on heat pumps for EV range
In 2014, Hyundai-Kia installed the first heat pump in the Kia Soul EV. Since then, the Korean companies have continued to develop the technology – in a new article, they provide some insights into the development.
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Cork adds 76 new electric vehicles to fleet
The Irish city of Cork has put 76 electric vehicles into operation to replace internal combustion engines. Renault Kangoo Z.E., Nissan Leaf and Hyundai Kona are used by the city’s road and housing maintenance, park management and waste disposal staff.
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P3 Charging Index: Which electric car charges best on long-distance trips?
Any claimed range or specified maximum charging power must be treated with caution when wanting to know how fast you’ll really progress on longer journeys with one or more charging stops.
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DriveElectric tests ‘try before you buy’ EV scheme
Following a successful ‘try before you buy‘ loan scheme for electric vehicles in Nottingham, DriveElectric the offer could “act as a blueprint for cities across the UK”.
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Hyundai raises range of Kona EV made in Europe
Hyundai has increased range of the Kona Electric with 64 kWh battery from 449 to 484 kilometres (WLTP). That’s 35 km more, and the gains have been achieved by mostly mechanical means. Besides, a rear-mounted bicycle carrier is now also available.
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