IONIQ range, E-GMP platform and the Metaplant ramp — Hyundai’s EV push, tracked.
A recent incident involving a Mercedes electric vehicle (EV) in South Korea has reignited discussions about EV battery safety and transparency in the automotive industry. According to a report from the Financial Times, a fire that erupted from a parked, unplugged Mercedes EV in an apartment complex basement damaged 880 other vehicles, prompting a nationwide…
Lucid Motors CEO Peter Rawlinson has ignited a heated discussion in the electric vehicle (EV) industry with a bold claim about his company’s technological edge. In a recent LinkedIn post, Rawlinson highlighted the Lucid Air Pure’s impressive efficiency figures and suggested it would take competitors years to catch up. Lucid Air Pure’s Efficiency Milestone Rawlinson…
Hyundai Motor Group is gearing up for a renewed assault on the lucrative US pickup truck market, according to a report from The Korea Economic Daily. The Korean automaker aims to challenge established players with extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs) as early as 2028. Analyzing the Competition In late July, Hyundai’s Namyang Research Center began a…
Luxury EV Fire Ignites Debate on Battery Transparency A recent incident involving a Mercedes-Benz electric vehicle in South Korea has sparked a heated discussion about battery transparency in the EV industry. The fire, which occurred in an underground parking lot, has led to calls for greater disclosure from automakers about the batteries used in their…
Tesla, the electric vehicle giant, is facing headwinds in California. According to Reuters, Tesla’s car registrations in the Golden State dropped 24% in the second quarter of 2024, marking the third consecutive quarter of declining sales in this crucial market. EV Demand Softens Amid Economic Pressures The slump in Tesla’s California registrations points to broader…
Tesla, the trailblazing electric vehicle manufacturer, is reportedly gearing up to open a new dealership and service center in Wesley Chapel, Florida.
Fisker, the struggling electric vehicle startup, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy amid mounting financial woes and production challenges. The company, known for its Fisker Ocean electric SUV, had previously warned of a potential collapse due to insufficient funds to survive another year, reports CNN. In a statement, a Fisker spokesperson acknowledged the difficulties faced…
First Car to Roll Out of Georgia Factory This Fall Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 will be the first electric vehicle produced at the company’s new factory in Georgia, starting in October. CEO Jose Muñoz expects the US-made version to be eligible for the full $7,500 federal EV tax credit, which the South Korea-made model currently doesn’t…
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