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U.S. to ease self-driving rules as 200 million won ultra-luxury Korean car gains attention
The U.S. Transportation Department is seeking to drop a requirement for brake pedals in vehicles designed to operate only with automated driving systems, a move seen lowering hurdles for firms developing fully autonomous cars without steering wheels or pedals. Tesla is also expanding through initiatives such as a free Supercharger event and hiring plans at its Berlin plant. The article also covers Toyota’s EV strategy, China’s export surge, and intensified competition among South Korean mobility platforms and premium EV makers.
Mobility
Genesis GV90 launch set for Sept. 9, luxury electric SUV to cost over 200 million won
Genesis has confirmed it will unveil its flagship electric SUV, the GV90, on Sept. 9, setting a specific date for the first time since last year’s delays due to unresolved technical issues. Development is aimed at a late-2026 launch. Hyundai is reported to have produced more than 250 mass-production vehicles at its Ulsan dedicated EV plant. Test vehicles have been spotted in the United States, Europe and South Korea.
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BYD, Xpeng push ahead as Honda, Volkswagen slow, diverging global EV strategies
Chinese electric vehicle makers are intensifying their overseas push, expanding exports and moving to build local production bases in Europe. BYD topped 130,000 overseas exports in April and is linked to possible moves involving Stellantis facilities, while Xpeng is reported to be pursuing a Volkswagen plant. In Germany, companies report high satisfaction with electric trucks. By contrast, Honda and Volkswagen are slowing electrification plans. Tesla is advancing FSD expansion while facing transparency and safety disputes.