The electric vehicle industry in the APAC region is moving at a lightning pace, with new developments and breakthroughs being announced every week. Here are some of the most exciting stories from the past few days:
- In South Korea, Hyundai has announced plans to launch a new electric vehicle platform, called the E-GMP, which will underpin a range of new EV models. The platform will also allow for faster charging times and longer driving ranges.
- In Japan, Toyota has unveiled a new electric vehicle concept, called the BZ4X, which is expected to go on sale in mid-2022. The vehicle will be part of Toyota’s new “Beyond Zero” brand, which is focused on developing sustainable mobility solutions.
- In Australia, the government has announced plans to invest $1.9 billion in new energy technologies, including EVs and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, as part of its goal to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
- In India, the government has proposed a new policy that aims to reduce the cost of EV batteries by promoting domestic manufacturing and research and development.
- In China, automaker BYD has unveiled its latest EV model, the Dolphin, which has a range of over 400 km on a single charge and features advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).
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