Will exports drive production growth across India? Building on the rising value of vehicle exports and components, the Indian government wants 50% of vehicles made in India to be exported by 2030 but there is some way to go before this ambition can be realised. Ian Henry
Hyundai Motor Group advances hybrid technology with dual-motor transmission and electrification systems for higher efficiency and performance Hyundai Motor Group has revealed its next-generation hybrid system, combining a dual-motor transmission, turbocharged engines and electrification technologies that enhance power, fuel economy and ride refinement across its model range. Ilkhan Ozsevim
Ambitious targets and big investments for India’s carmakers After a period of downsizing or complete withdrawal by some foreign OEMs, investment in Indian production is on the rise again with the domestic vehicle makers leading the way. Ian Henry
Hyundai Motor Group to invest $21bn in US vehicle production, future tech, energy infrastructure and supply chains, targeting 1.2m unit capacity and 100,000 new jobs by 2028 Hyundai Motor Group is deepening its US manufacturing footprint with a $21bn investment through 2028. The Group is scaling production, localising components and developing future mobility and energy technologies to strengthen industrial resilience. Ilkhan Ozsevim
India aims to become a global player in automotive manufacturing India is potentially on the cusp of becoming a major global player in vehicle production. Whether it can achieve this status will become clear in the next couple of years. The transition to EVs adds to the national challenge as the domestic players are not really leaders in this sector. Meanwhile, the Indian EV supply base is nascent and dependent on foreign investors. Ian Henry
Why global automotive innovators must embrace Design For Manufacture to power production in an environment of increasing complexity and fierce foreign competition Automotive manufacturers are streamlining production with Design for Manufacture (DFM), cutting complexity, reducing costs and driving EV innovation. In In this article, experts reveal the key strategies and digital tools that are reshaping vehicle production. Ilkhan Ozsevim
Hyundai Union’s metal workers to strike as calls grow for South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol to step down after his declaration of Martial Law Hyundai Motor’s labour union will hold strikes tomorrow and Friday, adding to mounting political tensions. South Korea’s Metal Workers’ Union threatens a full strike unless President Yoon Suk Yeol resigns after a Martial Law controversy. Ilkhan Ozsevim
Hyundai Motor and Kia Introduce X-ble Shoulder to boost industrial efficiency and worker safety Hyundai Motor and Kia have revealed the X-ble Shoulder, a wearable robot aimed at transforming industrial efficiency and reducing workplace injuries. With plans for global expansion and a broader product lineup, the companies are leading innovation in wearable robotics. Ilkhan Ozsevim
The declaration of Martial Law in South Korea raises challenges for automotive production and global supply chains amid political upheaval The declaration of Martial Law in South Korea has thrown its critical automotive production and logisitics into uncertainty. As political tensions mount, automotive manufacturers and supply chains brace for potential major disruptions in operations and logistics Ilkhan Ozsevim
Hyundai, Kia, Hyundai Steel, EcoPro BM partner for LFP battery breakthroughs The Korean consortium aims to eliminate the precursor step in LFP battery cathode material production, reducing emissions and costs. The project, supported by the Korean government, focuses on developing high-purity iron powder and directly synthesised LFP cathode material for improved battery performance. Ilkhan Ozsevim
Hyundai and Skoda sign MOU on hydrogen tech collaboration Hyundai and Skoda will work together on hydrogen fuel cell technologies for mobility applications. Nick Holt
Korea: the switch to EV production accelerates Korean vehicle makers invest in flexible production and add more EVs. Foreign OEMs continue to invest in production for export. Ian Henry
Hyundai’s Metaplant America announces launch of 2025 IONIQ 5 to pioneer electric mobility Hyundai’s new $7.59B Metaplant in Georgia gears up to commence production of the highly acclaimed 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5, reinforcing its commitment to pioneering EV technology and creating thousands of jobs in the region. Ilkhan Ozsevim
US government sues Hyundai, suppliers in Alabama over alleged child labour The US Department of Labour is suing Hyundai and its Alabama partners for alleged child labour violations, highlighting the need for strict compliance and ethical standards across the automotive industry Ilkhan Ozsevim
Breaking down silos: the necessity for co-creative collaboration The Design4Production event in Munich proved that collaboration between is key to success across automotive production, engineering and design. The topic was present across every single session in one form or another. Here are the highlights of the theme… Ilkhan Ozsevim
Weak demand dims electric future Consumer resistance and trade disputes mean the future may not be so electric after all as vehicle makers express caution on zero emission vehicle targets. Ian Henry
Reshaping the future: Innovations and developments in automotive production engineering: propulsion by Electrification and Digitalisation Manufacturing engineering both powers and underpins production ecosystems across the industry. From BMW’s Munich plant to Porsche’s Zuffenhausen facility and Toyota’s expansions in Kentucky, we take a look at transformative initiatives shaping the industry. Ilkhan Ozsevim
Hyundai, Kia and Gore collaborate for fuel cell electric commercial vehicles The agreement between Hyundai, Kia and Gore is future-focused, working towards seizing market shifts that hinge on battery tech developments. The joint effort focuses on polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) technologies and expands the 15-year-long tripartite unity to develop next-gen hydrogen-fuel battery tech as demand grows. Ilkhan Ozsevim
Hyundai to build dedicated electric vehicle plant at Ulsan complex The new plant will support Hyundai’s growth in electric vehicle production and will use an innovative manufacturing platform developed at the company’s innovation centre in Singapore with a focus on improving worker safety, convenience and efficiency. Nick Holt
New world order: How the US is boosting EV production with new technologies and investment The US is leading the way in the transition to EVs, with significant government support to increase domestic battery production and new technologies. Ian Henry explores how the US is becoming competition to China, and what it means for the rest of the world. Ian Henry
Hyundai partners with Saudi sovereign wealth fund (PIF) to establish highly automated vehicle production plant in the region Hyundai Motor Company has entered into a joint venture agreement with the Public Investment Fund (PIF) of Saudi Arabia to establish “a highly automated vehicle manufacturing plant,” in the kingdom. Hyundai to lead as as strategic technology partner. Ilkhan Ozsevim
AMS Autumn 2023 – Continental Shift In this latest AMS digital edition we have a special focus on the North American automotive industry as the region’s OEMs make big investments in electric vehicle and battery production AMS
Hyundai invests $290m in HMMA plant for enhanced production of Santa Fe SUV Hyundai’s Alabama plant gears up for expanded 5th gen SUV production, reflecting its evolving global manufacturing strategy. Ilkhan Ozsevim
Analysis: Hyundai’s plan to acquire GM India’s plant will boost market share and EV capacity Hyundai’s acquisition of GM India’s Talegaon plant signals intent to boost Indian manufacturing and further accelerate EV production plans. Ilkhan Ozsevim
Hyundai and Georgia Ports Authority mark first Metaplant shipment Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) and Georgia Ports Authority have marked the first shipment of parts for the EV manufacturing Metaplant under construction in Bryan County. Megan Kelly
Hyundai Motor Group and Seoul National University open joint Battery Research Centre This collaborative effort between Hyundai and SNU aims to advance battery technologies and foster industry-academia cooperation to establish global leadership in the battery field Nick Holt
Kia plans $200m expansion at Georgia plant for assembly of EV9 SUV Kia is investing $200m into an expansion of its Georgia West Point plant to accommodate the assembly of its new EV9 SUV in the second quarter of 2024. Megan Kelly
Hyundai and SK On to establish EV battery cell production joint venture in US Hyundai Motor Group and SK On to invest US$5 billion in a new EV battery cell plant to be constructed in Georgia, US, with production slated to start in the second half of 2025 Nick Holt
Kia starts building facility for electric purpose-built vehicle (PBV) production The new plant will be dedicated to production of Kia’s electric PBVs, with planned annual capacity of 150,000 units Nick Holt
Hyundai Motor and Boston Dynamics invest $400m to found robotics research institute The institute will liaise with universities and corporate research labs to create smarter and more agile robots, the institute’s executive director says. Peter Murphy
Hyundai Motor Group to deploy Singtel 5G network at Singapore centre The bandwidth the service offers will enable Hyundai to gather large volumes of data to optimise processes. Peter Murphy
Hyundai announces $5.5 billion investment in vehicle and battery plant in Georgia, US The South Korean automaker will make batteries at the plant with a yet-to-be-named strategic partner and the investment will create 8,100 jobs. Peter Murphy
Electric vehicle and hybrid vehicle plant database Track factory locations for electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid and hybrid vehicles by manufacturer, model and location, in a comprehensive listing of the changing geography of electric vehicle manufacturing. Automotive from Ultima Media
OEM and lithium-ion battery cell supplier database Keep up with changing supplier relationships between electric vehicle manufacturers and battery cell suppliers in this database by powertrain type (battery electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, mild and full hybrid electric vehicles, and commercial electric vehicles). Automotive from Ultima Media
Electric vehicle battery supply chain analysis 2021: How lithium-ion battery demand and production are reshaping the automotive industry Download this report for forecasts of electric vehicle lithium-ion battery demand, analysis of battery cell gigafactory locations and insight on global EV battery manufacturing and supply chain management. Daniel Harrison Christopher Ludwig
Hyundai to build EV factory and R&D centre in Singapore In a virtual groundbreaking ceremony, Hyundai has announced it is building the Hyundai Motor Group Innovation Center in Singapore (HMGICS) which will serve as a new R&D centre and small-scale production facility with an output of up to 30,000 vehicles per year and help to forge a new supply chain in the city state. Illya Verpraet
Event preview – Surcar North America: Virtual Summit 2020 Automotive coating experts set the scene as networking opportunities reconvene Gareth Price
Watch: Livestream Hour Episode 7 - Finished Vehicle Logistics: Restarting the network This special livestream episode focuses on the finished vehicle logistics network and how it is preparing to restart for the new normal, with insights from Hyundai Glovis, ProAct and more. Hosted by Christopher Ludwig and featuring updates and insights from the crisis and beyond for automotive supply chain and manufacturing. Christopher Ludwig
Watch: Kia maintains investment, launches and stability in Europe In this video interview, Kia Motors Europe chief operating officer, Emilio Herrera, and director of marketing, Carlos Lahoz, outline how the Korean brand is learning from supply chain and production disruptions, digitalising sales channels and maintaining investment in electrification to chart a route towards recovery in Europe. Christopher Ludwig
Kia suspends production in Slovakia on supply shortages Kia has had to halt the assembly lines two weeks after restarting them, demonstrating the challenges that OEMs face in restarting vehicle production during the ongoing lockdown and coronavirus crisis. Christopher Ludwig
Calling stop on automotive supply chains: How long can companies survive the Covid-19 crisis? With the coronavirus pandemic causing a level of automotive plant shutdowns not seen since the second world war, suppliers and logistics providers will face failures without direct support from government, and close collaboration with OEMs and industry. Christopher Ludwig
Steel makes the case as the mainstay material for vehicles With OEMs demanding vehicle-structure materials that are low in mass, crash-protective and economic to use, steel grades stay true to form James Bakewell
AMS on Africa: Part 2 – Algeria thinks big Algeria has ambitions to be the Africa’s next major automotive manufacturing hub and the OEMs are lining up to make it happen Ian Henry
Stumbling blocks on the Korea path Outside of the Hyundai-Kia story, Korea’s other automotive players continue to struggle and in global production terms the country is slipping down the rankings Ian Henry
Dual brand adapters From finances to unions and electrifying its model range, domestic and global challenges abound for Hyundai-Kia Ian Henry
Team building at Hyundai, Czech Republic Gareth Price reports on a collaborative approach to production quality that prompted Hyundai to locate assembly of its N performance brand in the Czech Republic Gareth Price
Augmented assistance Visit any car manufacturing plant in the world and the majority of production equipment will be similar. The real differences between factories are the human workers and the way in which technology is used to optimise their environment Michael Nash
The case for carbon fibre The launch of the i3 has changed the conversation about the future application of carbon fibre in vehicle structures James Bakewell
