Hyundai boasts first fully integrated EV ecosystem in Indonesia at recent 2025 Tour Announced on May 15, 2025, PT Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Indonesia (HMMI) recently hosted the Hyundai EV Ecosystem Tour 2025, showcasing its role in Indonesia’s first fully integrated EV production ecosystem alongside HLI Green Power, and Hyundai Energy Indonesia (HEI). Hyundai highlighted its local EV manufacturing at HMMI with the all-new KONA Electric, the f...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/20

Nexen Tire going for tire development using AI and VR technologies Nexen Tire Co., Ltd. (Nexen Tire) announced that it has been focusing on the development of tires using artificial intelligence (AI) and virtual reality (VR) technologies. As part of its strategy to provide performance suitable for both electric vehicles (EVs) and internal combustion engine vehicles, it places importance on long mileage and low noise, which are core qualities of p...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/18

Hyundai owners get access to U.S. Tesla Superchargers with NACS adapters On March 25, Hyundai announced that owners of current KONA Electric, Ioniq Electric hatchback, Ioniq 5 and 5N, and Ioniq 6 models equipped with a Combined Charging System (CCS) port will gain access to 20,000 Tesla Superchargers in the U.S. using a North American Charging Standard (NACS) adapter.  Hyundai designed this DC fast-charging adapter specifically to work with its ...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/26

ndonesia (HMID) officially launched the Hyundai Venue at the 2025 Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS). Priced from IDR 340 million (OTR Jakarta), this latest compact SUV completes Hyundai’s SUV lineup in Indonesia, consisting of The Palisade, The Santa Fe, the Tuscon, The Creta, the IONIQ 5 EV, the Kona Electric, the IONIQ 5 N, and this latest stylish and agile compact SUV, Venue. Its 1.0L Turbo GDI engine produces a maximum power of 120 ...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/17

Hyundai offers NACS adapters in U.S. for access to 20,000 Tesla Superchargers On December 23, Hyundai Motor America announced that starting in the first quarter of 2025, current and new Hyundai EV owners of vehicle purchased on or before January 31, 2025 will be able to request a free NACS adapter. The Genesis luxury brand is also announced its participation in the program, with details to be revealed early in 2025. The Hyundai-authorized adapter...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/28

Green NCAP releases ratings for Mazda, Tesla, Hyundai, Mercedes, Opel, Dacia, BYD and Chery vehicles On December 12, Green NCAP released results for the Mazda MX-30, Mercedes-Benz GLA, Opel/Vauxhall Corsa, Tesla Model 3, Hyundai KONA, Dacia Duster, BYD ATTO 2, and Chery OMODA5 in its final release of 2024. The Mazda MX-30 e-SKYACTIV R-EV, a plug-in hybrid, achieved a clean air assessment score of 81 km in pure electric range. However, the combust...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/13

GIIAS 2024: Hyundai Indonesia records 3,606 bookings and over 3,000 test drives Announced on August 2, 2024, PT Hyundai Motors Indonesia (HMID) recorded a total of 3,606 bookings (SPK) at the GAIKINDO Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2024. Hyundai's latest EV lineup, the all-new KONA Electric and IONIQ 5 N, received positive responses from visitors. As the first EV in Indonesia with locally produced batteries, the all-new KONA Electric n...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/07

GIIAS 2024: All-new Hyundai KONA Electric launched; first EV in Indonesia with locally-made batteries Announced on July 17, 2024, PT Hyundai Motors Indonesia officially launched the all-new KONA Electric at the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2024. This locally-made model features a battery made at PT HLI Green Power, making it the first EV in Indonesia to use locally produced batteries. The KONA Electric SUV comes with a futu...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/18

Hyundai announces 2025 model year line changes for U.S. market On July 15, Hyundai released a summary of changes to its U.S. lineup for the 2025 model year.  Besides carryover models, the list of 15 vehicles also includes two all-new models, one facelift, and two enhanced products.  •    2025 IONIQ 3-row SUV (EV) – All-new Model; Launching later in 2024•    2025 IONIQ 5 N (EV) – All-new Model•    2025 IONIQ 5 (EV) – Product En...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/16

Hyundai Indonesia: HLI Green Power battery cell plant officially opened, Kona EV production starts On July 3, 2024, Hyundai Motor announced 2 significant milestones in Indonesia, the completion of PT HLI Green Power battery cell plant's construction, along with the mass production of Hyundai Kona electric. A total of 300 people from both South Korea and Indonesia attended the ceremony, including the Indonesian president Jokowi. Hyundai has become...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/03

Hyundai Indonesia opens pre-bookings for all-new Kona Electric Announced on June 3, 2024, Hyundai Motors Indonesia (HMID) officially started pre-booking services for the all-new Kona Electric subcompact SUV, following its appearance at the 2024 Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS) in February.  Priced from around IDR 500 million, this EV is said to be the first electric car in Indonesia to use locally produced batteries. It claims an all-el...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/07

Hyundai committed to EV/battery development in Indonesia; planning hydrogen-fueled car project Announced on May 20, 2024, the Indonesian Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs, during a working visit to South Korea, met with Hyundai Motor Group CEO. The minister praised the efforts of Hyundai in working on EV development and various hydrogen projects globally, including Indonesia with Waste-to-Hydrogen project that utilizes local community wa...

News  Updated at: 2024/05/23

IIMS 2024: Hyundai launches IONIQ 5 Batik; showcases SEVEN Concept and all-new Kona Electric Announced on February 15, 2024, PT Hyundai Motors Indonesia (HMID) joined the Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS) 2024 in Jakarta. Through this event, the company aims to strengthen its leadership in the EV ecosystem through a new spirit entitled "Hyundai EV. Expect more." to accelerate electrification in Indonesia. At the IIMS 2024, HMID showcased ...

News  Updated at: 2024/02/16

Toyota Prius/Prime, Ford Super Duty, Kia EV9 win 2024 NACTOY awards On January 4, the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) board announced the Toyota Prius & Prius Prime, Ford Super Duty and Kia EV9 as winners of the 2024 awards. The 2023 North American Car of the Year, the Toyota Prius & Prius Prime, won over finalists Honda Accord and Hyundai Ioniq 6. The 2023 North American Truck of the Year, the Ford Super Duty,...

News  Updated at: 2024/01/05

Euro NCAP releases safety result of eleven cars in its final release of 2023 On December 6, Euro NCAP announced the safety results of eleven cars, highlighting a concerning trend in consumer demand for heavier, more powerful, and taller cars that put drivers at risk and have an adverse effect on the environment. The Volkswagen ID.7 received 5-star ratings with a high 95% score in Adult Protection and all-around performance in crash safety. The BM...

News  Updated at: 2023/12/06

Hyundai launches Hyundai Kona in Costa Rica in EV and ICE On November 20, Hyundai presented the new Internal Combustion Engine (ICE), electric versions of Hyundai Kona in Costa Rica, although hybrid version will not be available in the country. Kona Electric: In Costa Rica it will arrive in two versions: "Elegant" has a 48.6 kWh battery, offering 370 km of autonomy on a single charge. The "Prestige" version will be equipped with a 64.8 kWh batter...

News  Updated at: 2023/11/25

Hyundai to develop LFP batteries for group’s EVs from 2025 On November 6, 2023, Hyundai Motor Group reportedly revealed a plan to develop and build its own LFP batteries with small battery makers in Korea.  The group is expected to introduce LFP batteries in Hyundai and Kia electric cars from 2025. Hyundai revealed, at its 2023 investor day held in June, a USD7.4 billion investment for developing EV batteries over the next ten years. Hyundai l...

News  Updated at: 2023/11/09

Hyundai Japan CEO Won Sang Cho: Hyundai aiming for 5% share of Japan's EV market On October 30, 2023, Hyundai Mobility Japan Co., Ltd. (Hyundai Japan, Nishi Ward, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture) President & CEO Won Sang Cho said at an interview with the press, including Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun, that the company would launch a high-performance version of the Hyundai Ioniq 5 electric vehicle (EV) in Japan in mid-2024. It would be the fourth mode...

News  Updated at: 2023/10/31

Hyundai offers complimentary ChargePoint charger for EV buyers in U.S. On September 21, Hyundai announced it is now offering customers who purchase or lease a new 2023 or 2024 IONIQ 5, 2023 or 2024 IONIQ 6 or 2023 Kona Electric a complimentary ChargePoint Home Flex Level 2 charger and USD 600 off installation using the Hyundai Home Marketplace. Hyundai has partnered with Electrum for operating the Hyundai Home Marketplace, a one-stop shop where ...

News  Updated at: 2023/09/23

North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year announces 25 candidates On September 13 at the Detroit Auto Show, 25 vehicles from a preliminary field of 52 eligible vehicles were announced as the “Best of 2024” by the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) Awards organization. Vehicles are evaluated by 50 automotive journalists who write for a wide variety of print, online and broadcast media across the...

News  Updated at: 2023/09/15