Hyundai now collaborates with Tesla!
South Korea's automotive powerhouse, Hyundai, has also integrated Tesla's technology, similar to various electric car makers.
Hyundai is poised to revolutionize the electric vehicle (EV) charging landscape by collaborating with Tesla, leveraging its North America Charging Standard (NACS). This partnership, set to launch in the US by the end of 2024 and extending to Canada in 2025, grants Hyundai EVs, notably the highly awaited Ioniq series, the advantage of accessing Tesla's vast Supercharger network. With a formidable count of over 12,000 Superchargers throughout North America, Hyundai is significantly enhancing its DC fast-charging capabilities for its consumers. José Muñoz, CEO of Hyundai Motor North America, envisions this partnership easing the journey for Hyundai EV users, anticipating an expansive reach to approximately 30,000 stations across the continent.
But Hyundai's strategies don't exclusively revolve around Tesla. Parallel to this association, the South Korean automobile giant is also forging ties with industry heavyweights like BMW, GM, Honda, and Mercedes. Their collective ambition is to establish an independent North American network comprising at least 30,000 chargers, with the first set of chargers expected to be functional by summer 2024 in the US.
Hyundai now collaborates with Tesla!
The importance of these developments cannot be overstated. Quick charging capabilities have always been a pivotal factor for those contemplating the shift to electric vehicles. Until this juncture, Tesla had predominantly spearheaded this initiative, building a comprehensive fast-charging infrastructure. Even though Hyundai has recently surpassed GM in U.S. EV sales, it's constantly been trailing Tesla. This newfound alliance might just balance the scales and potentially drive more prospective buyers towards Hyundai EVs.
Moreover, Hyundai's collaboration with Tesla signifies more than just accessibility. The open embrace of Tesla's Supercharger network by various automakers, including the likes of Ford, GM, and Honda, indicates a transformative phase in the automotive sector. Tesla's exclusive Supercharger realm is progressively evolving into an industry norm, signaling a broader acceptance and integration.