Nov 4, 2021 - 12:09 pm
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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Aug 30, 2021 - 04:10 pm
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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Jun 4, 2021 - 11:18 am
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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Apr 13, 2021 - 11:12 pm
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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Apr 9, 2021 - 01:19 pm
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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Apr 7, 2021 - 04:50 pm
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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Mar 11, 2021 - 11:55 am
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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Feb 9, 2021 - 02:19 pm
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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Dec 2, 2020 - 07:36 am
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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Nov 25, 2020 - 06:17 pm
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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Nov 24, 2020 - 11:06 am
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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Nov 11, 2020 - 12:04 pm
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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Oct 8, 2020 - 02:48 pm
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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Jun 24, 2020 - 05:25 pm
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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Jun 9, 2020 - 05:40 pm
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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Jun 8, 2020 - 04:31 pm
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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Mar 18, 2020 - 02:07 pm
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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Nov 20, 2019 - 11:34 pm
Hyundai’s electric strategy – two prongs to success?
German and European car manufacturers are currently fully committed to the battery and still very hesitant regarding the fuel cell. Toyota is doing it the other way around. Hyundai wants to develop both technologies in parallel. A closer look at what the Koreans have in mind.
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Aug 17, 2019 - 10:29 am
Hyundai launches two battery-electric models in China
Hyundai is launching its second and third electric model on the Chinese market this year. The electric version of the Hyundai Encino (known outside China as the Kona) will be launched in October, before a battery-powered version of the Lafesta sedan, available exclusively in China, will follow in December.
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Jul 29, 2019 - 02:27 pm
Hyundai signs up for EV production in Indonesia
Hyundai is ready to sign a deal with the Indonesian government to build an electric car plant in Karawang on the Indonesian island of Java. The Korean manufacturer will invest around one billion US dollars in the project.
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