The Hyundai Ioniq 5 will be the next Waymo robotaxi
The two companies say this should be the first of many collaborations. Waymo's robotaxis are going to get a lot more angular in the future. Today, the autonomous driving startup a.....»»
Hyundai applies for India"s battery manufacturing subsidy
Hyundai, Ola Electric, and Reliance New Energy Solar have applied for the production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme aimed for advanced battery manufacturing, according to official filing papers from India's Press Information Bureau (PIB)......»»
HYUNDAI SAYS ‘METAMOBILITY’ WILL LINK REAL AND VIRTUAL WORLDS
Hyundai Motor envisions an interactive and partially virtual future it calls “metamobility,” in which a variety of robotic devices interact with humans to provide a wide range of mobility services, from automated personal transport to remot.....»»
Not cars, electric tuk tuk could become popular in India after scooters
India is on the cusp of the EV revolution, leading with demand in the two-wheeler segment. Over a dozen companies are trying to get a share of the EV scooter market alone. Major carmakers like Tata, Hyundai, and MG Motor are making steady inroads in.....»»
Hyundai stops engine development and reassigns engineers to EVs
Yet more proof that the internal combustion engine is on borrowed time. Enlarge / Hyundai's Namyang R&D center in 2003. (credit: Hyundai) Last year was challenging for many reasons, but 2021 wasn't entirely bad. Despite the p.....»»
Hyundai hikes car prices amid carflation
Carmakers are raising car prices as supply of batteries and semiconductors falls short and demand for EV causes "carflation." South Korea's battery prices are rising for the first time in more than a decade as lithium, cobalt, and nickel prices conti.....»»
Waymo unveils design for a robotaxi without a steering wheel
Waymo has unveiled a design for a self-driving robotaxi without a steering wheel and pedals. The autonomous-vehicle specialist announced this week that it’s partnered with Chinese automaker Geely to build a Zeekr minivan filled entirely with passen.....»»
Waymo will partner with China"s Geely to develop electric robotaxis
Waymo, the self-driving arm of Google's parent company Alphabet, and Chinese carmaker Geely have partnered to build electric, fully autonomous ride-hailing vehicles to be used across the united States......»»
Hyundai Shuts Down Its Engine Development Team Amid Focus On Electric Cars
Hyundai announced that it is shutting down its internal combustion engine development team as the automaker focuses on electric cars. Electrek reports: For 40 years the Korean automaker has been developing internal combustion engines to use in its ve.....»»
Hyundai to launch six more EVs in India by 2028
South Korean carmaker Hyundai is investing INR400 billion (US$530 million) in EV R&D in India and planning to launch six new electric cars by 2028, ranging from entry-level models and luxury ones, according to media reports ......»»
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is the best EV we drove in 2021
It's the first EV to use the automaker's new 800 V EV platform. Enlarge / Hyundai's striking new Ioniq 5 EV was worth the wait. (credit: Jonathan Gitlin) Hyundai provided flights to San Diego and two nights in a hotel so we co.....»»
Hyundai"s MobED is a nifty four-wheel robot for carrying small cargo
With three motors and independent steering in each of its four 12-inch pneumatic wheels, Hyundai’s MobED offers omnidirectional movement and in-place rotation for navigation in challenging environments. The large, narrow tires are mounted to an ind.....»»
Hyundai Ioniq 5 first drive review: Retro modern
Hyundai gets serious about EVs with the retro-styled, quick-charging Ioniq 5......»»
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is the best EV we’ve driven in 2021
It's the first EV to use the automaker's new 800 V EV platform. Enlarge / Hyundai's striking new Ioniq 5 EV was worth the wait. (credit: Jonathan Gitlin) Hyundai provided flights to San Diego and two nights in a hotel so we co.....»»
Uber to trial "autonomous" food delivery service in early 2022
The two companies said trials will begin in early 2022 in Santa Monica, California. Motional will deploy its all-electric Hyundai IONIQ 5-based robotaxis, which are SAE Level 4 vehicles, for the job complete with in-vehicle modifications to accommoda.....»»
Hyundai’s new MobED robot can carry booze and babies
Hyundai has unveiled the ultra-versatile MobED robot that’s capable of handling uneven terrain thanks to its impressive steering smarts......»»
Here’s how much Hyundai’s cool, new Ioniq 5 EV will cost
It starts at $39,700 for 220 miles of range or $43,650 for the 303-mile version. Enlarge / A slightly grimy Hyundai Ioniq 5 on an unusually wet and gray day in Southern California. (credit: Jonathan Gitlin) The car I've been.....»»
India roundup: Hyundai to launch EV lineup by 2028
Hyundai is investing US$530 million in brining more EVs to India, while local EV startup Ola has raised US$139 million in funding with loss narrowed for fiscal 2021......»»
Hyundai and Kia preview EVs due in 2024 with compelling three-row concepts
Upcoming Ioniq 7 and Kia EV9 will bring more EVs to a popular segment. Enlarge / The Kia EV9 concept uses pixelated headlights that Hyundai and Kia designers have grown fond of in recent years. (credit: Kia) Amidst the slew of.....»»
2022 Hyundai Kona Electric review: Everyday EV
The Kona Electric offers buyers a functional and feature-packed step into the EV world, without spaceship styling......»»
Kia teases a big electric SUV with the EV9 concept
The concept will be formally unveiled on November 17. Enlarge / Kia will reveal the EV9 concept in Los Angeles. (credit: Kia) Last week, Hyundai teased a concept of a new electric SUV called "Seven." On Thursday, it was Kia's.....»»