Hyundai Motor Company, including its luxury brand Genesis, is planning a major update to its lineup, with plans to release more than 100 new or updated vehicles by 2030.
The strategy includes a shift toward range-extender electric vehicles, or EREVs. Think of these as electric cars with a built-in gas generator. You drive on battery power like a standard EV, but when the power runs low, a small gas engine kicks in to keep the battery charged. This engine does not turn the wheels directly; it simply helps you go further without needing to stop at a charging station.
🔹 The first EREV models are scheduled to hit the market next year.
🔹 The group is targeting a total annual sales figure of 5.55 million vehicles.
🔹 By 2030, electrified passenger vehicles are expected to account for 60 percent of their global portfolio.
This move marks a shift from their previous focus, which prioritized pure battery-electric platforms. It mirrors the approach taken by competitors like Stellantis, which is already deploying similar range-extender technology in vehicles like the Ram 1500 Ramcharger to bridge the gap for drivers worried about charging access.
Giving drivers more flexibility is a smart play for the transition to electric.
Driving electric just got a lot more convenient.
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