Welcome to Driving Change
Driving change – powered by the all-new Kona Electric
Foreword Michael Cole, President and CEO Hyundai Motor Europe
In this dynamic era, the automobile industry is at a crossroads as the ecosystem changes. The path forward is clear: a sustainable future powered by zero emission vehicles.
The Kona Electric demonstrates our EV leadership and embodies our vision of Progress for Humanity turning towards zero-tailpipe emissions by 2035. That is why we are particularly proud that it is made in Europe, for Europe.
Yet this journey is not solely about vehicles. It encompasses an entire ecosystem of ideas, infrastructure, and partnerships, all aligned to create a new standard of mobility for our planet. What sets Hyundai apart in this electrifying journey is our unwavering dedication to innovation, electrification, and a localized approach.
Our roadmap for the journey ahead is both ambitious and transformative: establishing a fully electric fleet in Europe and achieving carbon neutrality in production. These are not mere goals – they are promises etched into Hyundai’s DNA.
As you embark on this journey, you’ll delve into the heart of the Kona Electric. Welcome to the driving revolution – welcome to the all-new Kona Electric.
The all-new Kona Electric: Live unlimited
The first electric vehicle, a Kona Electric, was produced at HMMC in 2020. Today, electrified cars, including HEVs, PHEVs and BEVs, account for over40 per cent of production. Although it is one of 12models and body types produced at HMMC, Kona Electric accounts for about 10 per cent of production and is expected to reach 15 per cent later this year. In the first half of June this year, the100,000th Hyundai Kona Electric rolled off the production line in Nošovice – just over three years after the initial start of production.
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How cars in Nošovice are born
More than 80 per cent of HMMC’s total production so far this year was intended for four European markets which have a fundamental share in the rapid development of electromobility – namely Germany, France, Norway and the Netherlands.
The short transport distances from assembly line to future car owner help cut transport-related emissions. In addition, the batteries are also produced locally. The cells are manufactured at LG Energy Solution’s plant in nearby Wroclaw, Poland, about 200km from Nošovice. They are then assembled into their final form virtually next door to HMMC, at the Hyundai Mobis facility just 700 meters away.
Kona: A story of electrified success
With its increasing fleet of electrified models, Hyundai is driving a change in the automotive industry. This symbolises the company’s interest in conserving the planet and the world around us, but it also represents the strength of the customer. Hyundai has listened to its customers and is responding by pushing EVs, including the all-new Kona, to the forefront. Kona represents a major success story for the Hyundai brand. As demand for Kona soared in Europe, a strategic decision was made in 2020 to prioritise its production in Europe as well at HMMC.
Despite the challenges of starting from scratch to meet high demand, the state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies, streamlined processes, and skilled workforce at HMMC ensured that production quickly gained and maintained momentum. Kona Electric’s success is just an example of how Hyundai is driving change. It not only underscores HMMC’s position as a major player in Hyundai’s global production network, but it also shines a spotlight on the company’s ability to respond quickly to market trends. Through Kona Electric and its EV lineup, Hyundai has proven that it can deliver exceptional vehicles that meet the evolving needs of its customers.
Progress toward change
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- Driving Change | Magazine
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- Press information: PDF | Word
- Technical data: PDF | Word
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Adriana Cerami
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