Kawasaki took to the EICMA Milan Motorcycle Show to unveil a trio of electric motorcycles, with Electrek front and center to see the action live. The Kawasaki Ninja EV and Kawasaki Z EV were revealed as traditional battery electric motorcycles, while the company also unveiled an HEV hydrogen-powered concept motorcycle. While the electric Ninja and Z models are both still in prototype form, Kawasaki Motors president Hiroshi Ito announced to the audience that the two models would be available for purchase next year.
Kawasaki Z, Ninja electric bikes
The Japanese brand took the wraps off a number of bikes at EICMA 2022, yesterday. As per the company, it will roll out the Ninja electric bike and Z electric bike in global markets next year, which are officially called the Ninja BEV and Z BEV, respectively. Both the Ninja BEV and Z BEV electricbikes will be available for purchase in 2023.
These bikes appear to have been inspired by the Z400 and the Ninja 400. According to the brand, these bikes will abide by the A1 requirements. Moreover, they will be marketed as entry-level electric performance bikes and will share the same battery with a capacity of up to 3.0 kWh.
The hybrid electric vehicle prototype, on the other hand, is still a little ways off from going into production, but Kawasaki predicts that it will hit the market by 2024. Further information on the motorcycle is still expected, but the HEV will have robust hybrid technology and will use either hybrid power or simply electric power depending on the needs.
President Ito has reaffirmed that Kawasaki is still heavily focused on bikes with internal combustion engines even if the company has begun to move toward electric motorcycles. Additionally, he stated that Kawasaki will launch about 30 ICE models internationally between 2024 and 2025, with almost half of them arriving in Europe.
For the safety of the rider, both the Z EV and Ninja EV are equipped with disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels, along with dual-channel ABS and a regenerative braking system for improved braking performance.The suspension duties on both motorcycles are taken care of by telescopic forks on the front and a mono-shock unit on the rear end.
As of now, the pricing and availability details for the Z EV and Ninja EV are very much a mystery. When launched, we can expect both all-electric motorcycles to be priced at around Rs. 5 lakh (ex-showroom) in India.
Kawasaki took to the EICMA Milan Motorcycle Show to unveil a trio of electric motorcycles, with Electrek front and center to see the action live. The Kawasaki Ninja EV and Kawasaki Z EV were revealed as traditional battery electric motorcycles, while the company also unveiled an HEV hydrogen-powered concept motorcycle. While the electric Ninja and Z models are both still in prototype form, Kawasaki Motors president Hiroshi Ito announced to the audience that the two models would be available for purchase next year.
Kawasaki Z, Ninja electric bikes
The Japanese brand took the wraps off a number of bikes at EICMA 2022, yesterday. As per the company, it will roll out the Ninja electric bike and Z electric bike in global markets next year, which are officially called the Ninja BEV and Z BEV, respectively. Both the Ninja BEV and Z BEV electricbikes will be available for purchase in 2023.
These bikes appear to have been inspired by the Z400 and the Ninja 400. According to the brand, these bikes will abide by the A1 requirements. Moreover, they will be marketed as entry-level electric performance bikes and will share the same battery with a capacity of up to 3.0 kWh.
The hybrid electric vehicle prototype, on the other hand, is still a little ways off from going into production, but Kawasaki predicts that it will hit the market by 2024. Further information on the motorcycle is still expected, but the HEV will have robust hybrid technology and will use either hybrid power or simply electric power depending on the needs.
President Ito has reaffirmed that Kawasaki is still heavily focused on bikes with internal combustion engines even if the company has begun to move toward electric motorcycles. Additionally, he stated that Kawasaki will launch about 30 ICE models internationally between 2024 and 2025, with almost half of them arriving in Europe.
For the safety of the rider, both the Z EV and Ninja EV are equipped with disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels, along with dual-channel ABS and a regenerative braking system for improved braking performance.The suspension duties on both motorcycles are taken care of by telescopic forks on the front and a mono-shock unit on the rear end.
As of now, the pricing and availability details for the Z EV and Ninja EV are very much a mystery. When launched, we can expect both all-electric motorcycles to be priced at around Rs. 5 lakh (ex-showroom) in India.
Following numerous spy shots of Citroen’s upcoming EV, the French automaker has finally released the first teaser of the eC3, its upcoming electric hatchback. The Citroen eC3 will go on sale in the third quarter of 2023, competing with the Tata Tiago EV. The eC3 will be the electric version of the ICE Citroen C3, with similar exterior styling and design.
Previous sightings of the Citroen eC3 test mule reveal distinguishing features such as a charging flap mounted on the front fender.
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The interior of the Citroen eC3 will feature a redesigned centre console area with a toggle switch replacing the traditional gear lever stalk. A 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a digital instrument cluster, a height-adjustable driver seat, a manual air conditioner, and steering-mounted controls will round out the interior.
The Citroen eC3’s battery specifications are unknown at this time. However, we anticipate that it will be powered by a 20-25kWh battery pack with an electric range of 250 to 300km. The Citroen eC3 will most likely start at less than Rs 10 lakh (ex-showroom).
Tata Motors aims to achieve zero net emissions by 2045 and the giant automobile company is working day and night to reach this target.
Tata Motors MD Shailesh Chandra stated that the transition from traditional fuels to the EV ecosystem is ‘inevitable.’
Chandra said, “I think the solution lies in the charging infra and ability to charge cars fast, and that also mainly on the highways”.
Improvement in charging infrastructure can turn out to be the main solution for reducing range anxiety for EVs: Tata Motors MD Shailesh Chandra said in a conversation at the Auto Expo – The Motor Show 2023. Chandra said, “I think the solution lies in the charging infra and ability to charge cars fast, and that also mainly on the highways”.
“..Having seen that in the last 2 to 3 years, or last 1 year, there are 3000 chargers which have been put which was not the case 4-5 years back. And not only has Tata Power started putting these public chargers but now, there are many regional players and start-ups which are coming into this space. So in 2-3 years, I think the situation will be very different” he added.
Tata Motors aims to achieve zero net emissions by 2045 and the giant automobile company is working day and night to reach this target.
Shailesh Chnadra, MD of Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd(Image source: ANI Photos)
“Our goal is to achieve net zero emissions by 2045 and Tata Motors is driving this change at great speed across the board,” says N Chandrasekaran, executive chairman, of Tata Sons and chairman, Tata Motors.
“For us it is not only about electric vehicles, it is about every new technology that can drive this change to deliver zero carbon emission travel and at the same time give customers a range of choices as well as driving comfort,” the Tata Sons chief says.
Chandra stated in this conversation that the transition from traditional fuels to the EV world is ‘inevitable’, and that the world for the automobile company after achieving its net zero targets would be ‘fully electric’.
“…Globally also it is acknowledged that given that the automotive industry has a significant contribution to the emissions, so it has to also move towards zero-emission technology very fast,” he said, noting that in Europe and UK, the timeline to achieve the net zero target is defined aggressively by 2035.
Tata Motors has unveiled a total of 14 different vehicles at the Auto Expo 2023 which includes 4 natural gas-powered models, 2 fuel agonistic, new generation architectures, 5 BEVs (Battery Electric Vehicles), 2 Hydrogen fuel electric vehicles and 1 hydrogen internal combustion engine vehicle.
Talking about the affordability of Tata’s EV products, Chandra said, “If you see the median prices of the cars sold in the country, it is roughly 9-9.5 lakh. So that’s the sweet spot where the demand of the PV industry is there”.
“As far as mainstreaming of EV products is concerned, I think we have come to some distance in terms of bringing a product which can do that” he added, referring to the Tata Tiago EV.
Highlighting the company’s launches, Chandra stressed that the products will cover the entire spectrum of various price points and therefore, people with different affordability levels can buy a car and join the EV ecosystem.
Tata Group is considering establishing plants in India and Europe to manufacture battery cells for Electric Vehicles (EVs). With 50,000 electric vehicle sales to date, India’s Tata Motors dominates the country’s EV market and has announced plans to launch ten electric vehicles by March 2026. Electric vehicles are expected to account for a quarter of total sales by 2025, up from around 8% now.
Tata Motors’ P.B. Balaji said on the sidelines of India’s Auto Expo car show in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, that localising cell manufacturing for EV batteries is critical to increasing local components in electric cars and will also help the automaker develop a local supply chain.
Tata Group is considering two production bases, one of which is in Europe, to meet the battery cell needs of its luxury car unit Jaguar Land Rover, which has a manufacturing facility there.
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Balaji stated that its parent company Tata Sons will invest in cell manufacturing, but did not specify the amount or timeline. India’s car market, which is set to become the world’s third largest, is tiny in comparison to its population, with electric models accounting for only 1% of total car sales of about 3.8 million last year, but the government hopes to increase this to 30% by 2030.
The Indian conglomerate expects its EV business to be cash flow positive by 2025, and the company is also focused on increasing profitability, according to Balaji. Tata’s new models will have a longer driving range and higher price points as the company seeks to maintain its lead at a time when rivals such as Mahindra & Mahindra, Warren Buffet-backed BYD, and SAIC Motor’s MG Motors are planning EV launches.
As different automobile companies are working round the clock to bring their best models to the electric vehicle (EV) market, the need for building EV infrastructure in the country is rising too. The automotive industry has started to make revolutionary changes by manufacturing and investing more time and money into the electric vehicle sector.
The days of using internal combustion engine (ICE)-powered vehicles seem to be coming to an end. This might take time but it has to definitely transform itself to meet the current times where each and every country is coming together and joining hands to save and protect our planet and become more responsible towards the planet we are dwelling in.
EV Charging Infrastructure
EV Infrastructure on the rise in the country
With various major automobile giants and EV startups working extensively on electric vehicles, the growth of EVs has been immense in the last five years. However, this sale is still less than 1 percent and has a scope for growth and a lot of hurdles to overcome. One such hurdle is to build more and more EV infrastructure so that common people can seemingly make a shift in their choice of purchasing their dream car.
In order to develop EV infrastructure and services across the country, Citroen India has established a strategic collaboration with Jio-BP, a fuels and mobility joint venture between Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) and BP.
“Jio-bp will install DC fast chargers across Citroen’s key dealership network and workshops across the country in phases,” the release said.
These chargers will boost the adoption of electric vehicles among customers and will gradually remove the hurdles of the EV sector and more enhancement can be made in building the EV charging stations and EV infrastructure.
Citroen India and Jio-Bp are all set to team up, sign a strategic partnership
These chargers will also be open to the entire universe of EV car customers to help boost EV adoption among consumers, it added. With the New Citroen e-C3 All Electric scheduled for launch in Q1 2023, “this partnership will ensure Jio-bp’s charging infrastructure network is accessible via the My Citroen Connect app”, the joint statement further said.
Jio-Bp is currently operating a network of EV charging and swapping stations under the Jio-Bp pulse brand. This partnership shall ensure that Jio-Bp’s charging infrastructure facility is accessible via its My Citroen app. This app will help customers easily locate the charging stations within their vicinity, reducing the fear of running out of charge and not getting stuck in the middle of the road.
It is aiming to set up multiple charging facilities at crucial points which can be easily accessed, ensuring smooth intra-city and inter-city travel for EV owners, thereby encouraging more and more people to join the EV clan and making our planet happy.
Jio-Bp has previously made a pact with Mahindra and Mahindra to set up a charging network for its upcoming electric SUVs. In April last year, Jio-bp and TVS announced a collaboration between them to create a public EV charging infrastructure for electric two-wheelers and three-wheelers.
Jio-bp had also signed a pact with food delivery giant Zomato in June, last year, helping the food giant to achieve a 100 percent electric vehicle fleet.
Tata Motors is working, researching and finding new ways to imbibe three new technologies – electric batteries, hydrogen fuel cells and hydrogen internal combustion engine (ICE) to achieve its ambitious net-zero emissions target by 2045. The company is also planning to reach a 100 per cent renewable energy goal by the end of this decade.
“Battery electric, hydrogen fuel cell, and hydrogen ICE could be the three technologies which have the potential of being emission-free. That is what we will have to work towards,” said Girish Wagh, president, of Tata Motors, on the sidelines of Auto Expo 2023.
India’s car market is soon to be the third largest in the world, with electric models making up just 1 percent of total car sales of about 38 lakh last year but the government wants to grow this to 30 percent by 2030.
The native automobile company is already the largest EV manufacturer in the passenger vehicle sector in the country and is aiming to bring a revolutionary change whose impact and dominance will be experienced all over the world. Tata Motors is working rigorously and has revealed two pre-production concepts of the Sierra Electric SUV and Harrier EV at the 2023 Auto Expo.
Tata SierraEV- What’s new in store for us this time?
This is not the first time that the Tata Sierra is being showcased at the Auto Expo by the giant automobile company. Tata Sierra started its journey back in the 1990s as a three door sporting utility vehicle and the brand name is still well known among its fan even today. Tata Motors had unveiled a concept model of Tata Sierra in 2020 and now in 2023, we get to check the all new Tata Sierra with its new updates and features.
The design has been kept clean, the front end sports conventional surfaces but still looks impressive and dazzling with a slim LED light array at the top bar. The design of the rear has been kept minimal and very sleek, and the LED light bar at the rear has showcased a neat and discreet Sierra lettering.
At the side, we have regular doors and feature the conventional five-door layout with a flush door handle system. Tata designers have managed to keep the look of the original car by keeping the signature fixed glass house that is curved all the way upto the roof.
Tata Motors has not revealed the technical specifications but it is expected to deliver a range of around 500 km. The alloy-finished wheels of the car look very striking, accompanied by the advanced sports tyre.
It has a two-spoke steering wheel, with a large Infotainment screen. The car is spacious and the front seats get their own set of resting arms and are larger than the previous version. It has a clean centre console with a large charging pad.
In the back seat, there is a massive headrest given for the passengers enjoying their ride in the backseat. The backseats resemble Ottoman-type seating and seem very comfortable. As it is an electric vehicle, it has a flat floor offering ample amount of space and comfort for its users.
The interior of the car portrays a luxurious image but as it is a Sierra, it will have some off-roading capabilities too if needed. There are three parking sensors with no tailpipes as it is an EV. It also has nice large and stout rocker panels too.
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Tata SierraEV – Platform and Engine:
Tata’s upcoming SUV will be based on the Sigma platform, an evolved version of the carmaker’s ALFA-ARC structure. The SUV will measure around 4.4 metres long, falling under the compact SUV space, comprising models such as the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara and Toyota Hyryder. The Sierra is going to offer a plethora of powertrains, including ICE and all-electric feature options.
The car is expected to hit the showrooms in 2025. By the time, we enter the year 2025, the EV market will definitely progress and advance more in terms of technology and innovation and we can enjoy this dream car which will be ready to hit the roads and contribute to the EV automobile industry.
On Monday, Alex Ellis, the British High Commissioner to India, and Harsh Sanghavi, Gujarat Minister of State for Transport, launched a roadmap for the phased implementation of an electric vehicle policy for Ahmedabad.
Along with the publication of the Roadmap Report for the Transformation of Ahmedabad into a Global EV Lighthouse City, a web portal for Electrification of Vehicles in Gujarat (e-VEG) was launched under the auspices of the ‘UK – NITI Aayog – Gujarat knowledge exchange programme.
According to a statement, the web portal is intended to assist users and businesses in making the switch to EVs by providing information on available resources such as charging points as well as guidance on the most recent policies and regulations. Both the portal and the roadmap were created using international best practises, including lessons learned from the United Kingdom.
The British High Commissioner, Alex Ellis, said, “The science on climate change is clear and the future is electric; we need to shift now, together, from fossil fuels to renewables, across the globe. The UK and India, and especially Gujarat, are leading the charge.”
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He added, “Gujarat is a model for electric mobility adoption in India, ranking among the top states in the country for EV sales. These new resources will accelerate that transition, creating new jobs and bringing new investments.”
According to Peter Cook, British Deputy High Commissioner to Gujarat, the UK is pleased to support Gujarat’s electric mobility ambitions.
He hoped that the current engagement would strengthen collaboration with Gujarat in a variety of other critical areas, such as higher education and sports. The UK High Commissioner also met with Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Monday to discuss opportunities for deeper collaboration with the state in a variety of sectors, including trade and education. On January 8, he also attended His Holiness Pramukh Swami Maharaj’s 100th anniversary celebration and delivered a message from His Majesty the King, according to a statement.
The Delhi Auto Expo is quickly approaching, and a slew of manufacturers are preparing to show off a variety of concepts, new models, and facelifted models. The show returns after a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic. The Expo Expo will be held at India Expo Mart in Greater Noida from the 13th to the 18th of January 2023.
Tata Motors is expected to showcase the electric version of the Punch EV at the Auto Expo
To differentiate itself from the ICE variant, the Tata Punch EV will receive exterior and interior changes. The EV will also have electric-themed styling cues, as well as an Electric-specific Teal Blue shade with a tri-arrow design and the ‘humanity’ line grille found on other Tata EVs.
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On the inside, the Punch EV will look similar to its gasoline counterpart. It will have a dark-toned interior with EV-themed colour detailing, including electric blue accents around the instrument panel, AC vents, and on the seat fabric, which has a tri-arrow pattern.
The Tata Punch EV will be built on the ALFA platform, which also serves as the foundation for the Altroz hatchback. The Punch EV is also expected to be powered by the Ziptron electric powertrain that powers the Tiago and Tigor EV, but with slightly different tuning and higher power output figures. The Tata Punch is expected to produce 90-100 hp of power and 170-200 Nm of torque.
Tata Motors is preparing to unveil a slew of new vehicles at the 2023 Auto Expo. The company is expected to present numerous concepts, new models, and facelifts for existing models. From the 13th to the 18th of January 2023, the 2023 Auto Expo will be held at India Expo Mart in Greater Noida. Tata Motors has released a teaser video for its upcoming electric vehicle range, which will be showcased at the Auto Expo. The video was posted on Tata Motors’ electric mobility Instagram page, and it depicts the Tata Altroz, Harrier, and Safari SUV silhouettes.
Tata previously displayed the Altroz EV at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show. The Tata Altroz EV is built on the same ALFA platform that can be electrified.
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The Tata Altroz EV is expected to share many features with the Nexon EV, including the same electric powertrain, PDU (Power distribution unit), and battery pack. The Altroz EV will be powered by a three-phase PMSM motor with 120 bhp and 230 Nm of torque. Concerning the battery pack, Tata is expected to offer the Altroz EV with two battery pack options: medium range and long range.
The car is expected to include connected car technology, which will allow you to access the car’s stats such as battery life and charging history, as well as locate the nearest charging stations for you. In India, the Tata Altroz EV is expected to cost between Rs 12- 15 lakhs. The teased video also includes images of the Tata Harrier and Safari SUVs. The exterior and interior of the Tata Harrier and Safari will be modified. The SUVs will have electric-themed exterior styling as well as an electric-specific teal blue colour with a tri-arrow design similar to other Tata EVs. Tata may also improve the aerodynamics of the SUVs to increase range.
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The Harrier and Safari will have the same dashboard design as their ICE counterparts. It will have a dark-toned interior with electric blue accents around the instrument panel, AC vents, and on-the-seat fabric with a tri-arrow pattern for the seats. There are no details available about the electric powertrain and battery pack that will be available with the Harrier and Safari EVs. The electric SUVs will have powerful electric motors and a larger battery pack with a capacity of up to 60 kWh. We anticipate that the electric powertrain will produce around 180 bhp of power and 350-400 Nm of torque, with a certified range of 400-450 km on a single full charge.
Maruti Suzuki is not in backward manufacturing electric vehicles. In 2023, EVs are one of the growing markets that have a lot of potential with attracting interest not only as a new brand along as setting up the companies that have been making many internal combustion engines for many years. Maruti Suzi is one of the strongest arms of the Indian Motor Corp and introduces the concept of eVX. This electric SUV features a 60kWh battery pack that offers a range of 550 km of driving range just on a single charge.
Maruti Suzuki is the homegrown automaker of the Indian Motor that exposed the concept of eVX. This is mainly an electric SUV introduces at the Auto Expo 2023 in India. The concept car has kicked off to hit the market by 2025. It has been powered by a 60kWh battery pack that has given 50 km of range on a single charge.
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The SMC Representee Director and President Toshihiro Suzuki said, “We plan to bring it to market by 2025. At the Suzuki Group, addressing global warming is a priority,” he includes that the company is set to commit to reducing the emission of greenhouse and investing Rs. 10,000 crores in the production of Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) and their series in India.
Maruti has unveiled other eco-friendly products like the WagonR Flex Fuel prototype, Brezza S-CNG, and Grand Vitara Intelligent Electric Hybrid. Now, the concept eVX Suzuki’s first global strategic EV has been launched in India. Every two years the new Auto Expo has been organized was originally scheduled to happen in 2022, but the thing is postponed due to COVID-19.
Some major manufacturers like Mahindra & Mahindra, Skoda, Volkswagen, and Nissan with several luxury cars makers such as Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Audi have not become a part of the Auto Expo edition as Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Tata Motors, Kia India, Toyota Kirloskar, and MG Motor India that leads to the traditional automakers in this automotive event. This year new Auto expo will be held from January 11-18 as the press days on January 11-12 and general public days from January 13-18.
In 2023, Hyundai held the Auto Expo and finally exposed the Ioniq 5 crossover. The company seems to maintain the craziness among the fans as it has been available for the first 500 customers. The new crossover is Rs. 16 lakhs cheaper than its sibling the Kia EV6. Ioniq 5 is Hyundai’s second electric adaptation after the Kona EV, which was available in 2019. EV lovers can book it just for Rs. 1 lakh.
In 2022, the Ioniq 5 has recognized for its classy design with the World Electric car of the Year Award at top of the honour.
Hyundai Ioniq 5: Exterior Design
At first the Ioniq 5 was highlighted as the 45 EV concept at the 2019 Frankfurt Motor Show with the ultimate production model that has heavily adopted the inspiration from the retro-futuristic design language with the concept.
The classy retro look of the Ioniq 5 represents sharp lines, flat surfaces, and SUV-ish stance with the highly raked windscreens. The car embeds headlights and tail lights with a unique pixelated look and 20-inch aero-optimized wheels hold a turban-like design. The Ioniq 5 will be available in three paint shades while the first one is Gravity Gold Matte, second is Optic White and third is Midnight Black Pearl.
Hyundai Ioniq 5: Interior with Equipment
The EV holds some basic interiors like a flat floor, flexible seats, and a movable center console. The interesting fact is Hyundai utilizes fabrics that belong to recycled plastic and eco-friendly leather for the upholstery.
The Ioniq 5 features a pair of 12.3-inch screens for the instrument cluster and touchscreen, the heads-up display having augmented reality functions, and ADAS technology. The car carried vehicle to load function with the output of 3.6 kW, it will power electrical appliances like laptops and mobiles. The new function can be used through two ports, one is located under the rear seats and the other is just outside of the car, and close to the charging port.
Hyundai Ioniq 5: Features
Hyundai Ioniq 5 has landed in India. The new Ioniq 5 getting charged with a 72.6 kWh battery that will provide an ARAI-certified range of 631 km just on a single charge. The EV will provide a rear-wheel drive configuration along with electric motor production of 217 hp and 350Nm of torque. The glamourous Ioniq 5 has been capable of supporting superfast 800V charging that can range the battery from 10 percent to 80 percent within 18 minutes.
Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs. Kia EV6
The Ioniq 5 is just like the siblings of the Kia EV6. The price of the Ioniq 5 is less than the EV6 due to customization differences as one is completely manufactured with a CBU unit, and the other is knocked down CKD.
Hyundai Ioniq 5: Price
Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 is available for Rs. 44.95 lakhs (ex-showroom). The EV will be beneficial for EV lovers.
Hyundai: Upcoming EV
Additionally, with the launch of the Ioniq 5, Hyundai unveils the Ioniq 6 EV sedan with the Nexo fuel cell electric vehicle. Hyundai also explores exciting car tech like ADAS tech and future mobility services. Hyundai provides several zones for consumer engagement.
