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Assembly here for the IRA tax credit. Cannot compete if they produce it in Korea or Japan.

I have looked all over their N.A. media website and no where does it talk about the onboard charging controller. I have to wonder how it compares to the GM 19 kW charging controller. The amount of power that it can pull makes a huge difference and I really hope it does have this properly sized as a 20 kW controller with a Level 2 charger at home should pretty much handle filling up the battery in about 4hrs and about 30 minutes at a DC charger depending on the status of the charger for being able to deliver a full load. Stellantis Media - Ram (stellantisnorthamerica.com)

We are only talking about a year till production. This is nothing to have people get ready to pre-order the truck. I will say I am excited to see if what is in this video is a true pass through door. Very excited for this truck. Love the Huge battery pack, but I wonder what the charge will be for the upsized battery.

Nissan has a new Convertible car concept that will be shown off at Shanghai International Auto Show. Doubt we will ever see it here, but cool car. Seems Nissan is moving forward with a global two motor approach for EVs and ICE Hybrids. Nissan has a 3 in 1 motor for use in EVs and a 5 in 1 for use in ICE Hybrids. Through the X-in-1 approach, Nissan aims to further increase the competitiveness of its EV and e-POWER vehicles. Nissan has developed a 3-in-1 powertrain prototype, which modularizes the motor, inverter, and reducer, which is planned for use in EVs. A 5-in-1 prototype, which additionally modularizes the generator and increaser, is planned for use in e-POWER vehicles. The X-in-1 approach, which covers 3-in-1, 5-in-1, and other possible variants, has been developed to enable EV and e-POWER core components to be produced on the same line. Nissan unveils new approach to electrified powertrain development (nissannews.com)

Very Cool that GM has won a contract to build the next troop transport fast response vehicle. GM Defense Receives Full-Rate Production Decision from U.S. Army for Infantry Squad Vehicle Program (gmdefensellc.com) GM Defense: Driving the Future of Military Mobility | GM Defense L.L.C. (gmdefensellc.com)

So adding up the numbers for Hyundai, Genesis and Kia equal as follows: Ioniq 5 = 5736 Ioniq 6 = 222 GV60 ev = GV70 ev = G80 ev = Kia EV6 = 3392 Kia EV6 GT Genesis has not posted sales for the quarter yet. Kia does not break out the Niro EV sales so no idea what they might be. Based on the numbers to date, I would suspect that Hyundai, Genesis, Kia have surpassed Ford for sure, not sure if they are close to GM yet.

@surreal1272 @ccap41 @smk4565 Todays press release for the EV9 is pretty much a release of what I covered here in the story, but they did add the following to the press release. INTRODUCING THE 2024 KIA EV9: MODERN REFINEMENT AND ALL-ELECTRIC CAPABILITY ESTABLISH A NEW INDUSTRY TOUCHSTONE (kiamedia.com) EV9 Availability The EV9 is expected to debut in the U.S. in Q4 2023, and it is expected to be assembled in West Point, Ga., beginning in 2024, making it the first Kia EV to be assembled locally.* Pricing, timing for U.S. market availability, specific trim details, and EPA-rated AER for the EV9 are subject to future announcements. This pretty much tells us that in Q4 of 2023 we will get pricing on their first made in America EV.

Genesis has released their GV60 EV which is being produced here in the U.S. and said that all models up through the GV 90 EV will be coming as they expand to support EV production in the U.S.

Update, seems GM has taken the #2 spot in the U.S. for EV sales. GM passes Ford to take No. 2 spot in EV sales behind Tesla | AP News GM is now the second-largest EV maker in the US | Engadget January to March EV Deliveries: Tesla - 161,630 GM - 20,670 Ford - 10,866 Volkswagen - 9,658 Hyundai Kia Interesting is that no one says what Hyundai / Kia EV sales are and looking at their quarterly reports, they do not break them out of overall sales. AP News does state that at this time in 2022, EVs made up a 5.8% market share in the U.S. and now 1 year later it is 7.2% or just over 258,000 EVs sold in the U.S for the first quarter putting the U.S. market on track to sell 1 million plus EVs this year.

Love Soup Dumplings. A restaurant that started in 2018 in Bellevue was great, I thought it had shutdown due to the Pandemic and here I read that it became a frozen dumpling company that is now national for eat at home and a actor has become an investor and employee to help sell their frozen soup dumplings. Dumping Company MìLà Just Hired Simu Liu to Help Sell Dumplings - Eater Seattle

These are the idiots that have more money than brains and are showing off in the wrong place. What a waste and yet this is also why these Hellcats will go up in value due to idiots destroying them.

GM and Google have said that you will just need to login with your Google account to sync so that you get what is on your phone on your auto. Seems they think for Apple folks having wireless Bluetooth to connect their phones while asking them to create a google or GM account will be good enough. BIG, BIG, BIG mistake, I think. We have already seen how slow GM is to update their existing Nav systems, I cannot see them once Google gives them the new system staying on top of keeping it as current as the Android phone or Apple Phone.

The researchers from the Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT) and U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory say that the new battery could power an EV for more than a thousand miles (1600 km) and could also someday be used to power domestic planes and long-haul trucks. This Solid-State battery is now to go into production for test units, but at 4 times the energy density of the Tesla 4680 cell, these solid-state batteries are not only safer, but have the ability as the story mentions to change both long haul trucking and airplanes. Scientists hail new battery with 4 times energy density of lithium-ion (thedriven.io)

@oldshurst442 @ccap41 @surreal1272 @riviera74 @trinacriabob @Robert Hall @Drew Dowdell @Cmicasa the Great Seems GM has not totally forgotten cars as their design team has published this to their instagram account for people feedback on if a Coupe EV would be of interest to the public. Using the Design language from the CELESTIQ.

Over Compensation issue is what we called little man syndrome when you saw little guys buying and driving the H2 Hummer when it first came out. I like to call the Over Compensation crowd the Chicken bone size issue.

Seems tomorrow April 5th, 2023 at the NY Auto Show the Ram REV, their first Electric vehicle will be revealed to the public and details about the truck will be released.

@surreal1272 Why Does price even matter at this point if someone who has been following the auto industry has any common sense. GM, Kia/Hyundai are on record stating that the early adopters will probably pay a much higher price than those that end up buying a year or two later. This is due to the fact that economy of scale will drive down costs. The only thing folks need to be looking at is the details of how a model in a certain segment competes against other models in that same market segment on features. An example would be that Polestar a very unknown brand is doing a road show and they are seeing what the public reaction is to the stated features and msrp of a product for their Polestar 3 SUV. They are aiming at the performance of the auto not entry level. If folks are fine with the price, they will sell if people like what they see. If they do not get the positive reaction from people or the pre-orders, they will have to adjust their price to sell. This is the common sense that seems to be missing from some. You are right that many media are estimating the starting price for the EV9 at $55,000 2024 Kia EV9 Price, Pictures, Release Date & More | Kelley Blue Book (kbb.com) Edmunds seems to be at the high end with a starting price of $60,000 2024 Kia EV9 Prices, Reviews, and Pictures | Edmunds

OUCH, this is hard to watch and so sad. Watch a Vintage Chevy Corvette Fall off a Transporter in Botched Delivery (thedrive.com)

Common sense is we will get the pricing info close to the date of opening up for pre-orders. Right now comparing what is in this EV compared to the few others on the market, it appears to be a very competitive product.

I honestly find it weird that people buy these cars and then just let them sit. I wonder what the true story is behind the finds and I have to question how many more we will have as I think the 70's era muscle thing is pretty much coming to an end for being played out.

Very Cool

This also confirms a very important point that you, myself and many others have made to a certain member and a few others that said Tesla will never be removed as the leader in EVs. GM has moved from Concept to Production faster in the last 2 years than Tesla has done in the last Decade. 2 years ago GM has the Bolt and a concept of Lyriq. Today they have 2 versions of the Bolt on the market and a luxury level LYRIQ as well as 2 semi-luxury level GMC Hummers, truck/SUV. So 5 EVs selling now that are sold out into 2024 for 3 of these 5. GM has the Chevrolet Equinox, Blazer and Silverado coming to market and the Commercial Silverado starts shipping to customers this month of April. They have also started to ship the Brighdrop 600 along with the Brightdrop 400 that is already shipping. GM will end 2023 with 8 EVs plus 3 commercial EV selling and 2024 brings us the GMC Sierra EV plus GM has already announced that for Cadillac alone, they will show off a full size SUV EV, mid-size SUV EV, and a Cadillac Car EV. 3 more EV concepts. This will give GM in 2023 8 retail EVs selling, 3 commercial EVs selling, 3 concepts that we know of. This gives GM 11 selling EV models to Tesla 4 and 1 commercial version. GM has already announced additional EVs to go into production by 2025 but we are not yet aware of the brand or models. End result is that Musk is HOLDING BACK Tesla due to his distractions with Politics, Social Media (Twitter), Rockets, Tunnel boring, etc. If stockholders of Tesla do not see the distractions, then they deserve to lose their money. The Big investors need to demand his removal and get a real CEO leader in there at Tesla.

GM is having a great 1st quarter. U.S. Q1 Sales: Off to a Great Start (gm.com) General Motors Co. (NYSE: GM) and its dealers delivered 603,208 vehicles in the U.S., up 18%, in the first quarter of 2023, growing market share by an estimated 1.5 points, the largest of any automaker.

Very Cool that the Canadian assembly plant in CAMI is now shipping the first of the BrightDrop EV vans to customers. They are totally sold out for 2023 and have added Ryder to their customer list with a contract to supply 4,000 BrightDrop EV 600 Vans. Order Update: Your Zevo is on the Way (gobrightdrop.com)

The Kia EV9, their first three-row seating electric SUV was released revealing a fresh thinking, design and technology for the sector and should spearhead the brands rapid transformation to a sustainable mobility solutions provider for the EV era. 640037.mp4 The EV9 is based on the Kia E-GMP or Electric Global Modular Platform and is targeted to have an all-electric range of over 541 km or 336 miles. This EV will also have an Ultra-fast 800-volt charging system allowing for 239 km or 149 miles charged in 15 minutes. Kia will introduce their Level-3 Autonomy via Highway Driving Pilot (HDP) in GT-line trim for the first model year. Kia will introduce their Auto subscription via their Kia Connect Store, enabling customers to purchase digital features and services on demand, allowing them the flexibility to choose features they want with continuous upgrades to the capabilities of the EV9 via OTA or Over the Air updates at any time. Ho Sung Song, President and CEO Kia made the following statement: “The Kia EV9 transcends all aspects of traditional SUV thinking and represents the pinnacle of Kia’s design and engineering capabilities. Created to meet the needs of all family members, the EV9 also spearheads Kia’s rapid transition to a sustainable mobility solutions provider, not just by its advanced EV architecture, but also through the numerous recycled and sustainable materials used in its creation.” Kia will open up the preorder web page for the EV9 in the second quarter of 2023 in select global markets such as North America, Europe, etc. more details to come as the time gets closer to opening up the preorder web site. Kia believes the EV9 delivers on six core points: Design: reshaping the SUV user experience for millennial families Guided by the brand’s 'Opposites United' design philosophy, the EV9 re-envisions the all-electric SUV with a unique balance of natural and modern elements. The ‘Bold for Nature’ design pillar, which inspires the combination of elements from the natural and material worlds, has played a pivotal role in forming the design of the EV9. Sustainability: setting new standards for responsible mobility The Kia EV9 marks a pioneering milestone as the first model to embrace the brand’s three-step Design Sustainability Strategy, initiated to phase out the use of leather, apply ten ‘must-have’ sustainable items to all new Kia models and continuously increase the use of bio-based materials such as corn, sugar cane, and natural oils. Kia’s target is to increase the proportion of recycled plastics it uses to 20 per cent by 2030. Electric drivetrain: full range of multiple zero-emission mobility solutions The EV9 features a broad choice of electric powertrain configurations based on the Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) and utilizing Kia’s fourth-generation battery technology. A 76.1-kWh battery is offered exclusively with the Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) Standard model, while a 99.8-kWh battery is fitted in both the RWD Long Range and All Wheel Drive (AWD) variants. Highway Driving Pilot: unlocking conditional Level 3 autonomy The EV9 will take a significant step towards full autonomy. Key to achieving this is Kia’s Highway Driving Pilot (HDP) system, which will provide the EV9 with conditional Level 3 autonomous driving. Fifteen sensors, including two lidars, enable it to scan for and detect objects in a full 360-degree field of view, enabling it to detect and react to the road and other users to prevent potential collisions. Kia Connect Store: update your EV9 anytime anywhere Kia’s fresh thinking as to what a family SUV should be extends to how customers can select the equipment specification of their EV9. Beyond the standard features of the EV9, the Kia Connect Store offers a wide array of options. This enables customers to keep their EV9 constantly updated by upgrading the SUV’s digital features and services without any need to take the vehicle to a dealership. The EV9’s ‘Digital Pattern Lighting Grille’ technology can be further enhanced with the addition of the ‘Lighting Pattern’ feature. Customers can also specify additional performance for the AWD EV9 with an optional Boost feature unlocks an extra 100 Nm of torque for the electric motor for a more thrilling and dynamic driving experience. Safety and convenience: designed and engineered to enhance the driving experience of all occupants The EV9’s numerous additional features start with the ADAS or Advanced Driver Assistance Systems that include Remote Smart Park Assist 2 (RSPA 2). Be in or out of the auto, this system will self-park via the Kia Smart Key called Didital Key 2. The EV9 also includes Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), and Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA), designed to aid drivers in potentially dangerous scenarios. The Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control (NSCC) ensures safe driving on highways and automobile-only roads, while Highway Driving Assist 2 (HDA 2) enables lane changes and uses a hands-on detection (HOD) sensor to ensure driver engagement. In addition, the EV9 offers pre- and post-driving safety and convenience with features such as Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance (RCCA) and Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist (PCA). Finally, Digital Key 2 utilizes Ultra-Wide Band (UWB) technology, allowing users to open and start their car using their smartphone, even when the key is in their pocket or bag – another first for Kia. The interior of the EV9 is elegantly simple, user-friendly, and offers generous storage options, including a large base compartment at the center console. The front seats' mesh headrests improve comfort and child monitoring. The ‘Panoramic wide display’, which brings together a 12.3-inch cluster display, a 5-inch segment display, and a 12.3-inch infotainment system display, offers effortless vehicle function control as well as efficient delivery of information. Hidden type touch buttons beneath provide a start/stop function along with infotainment system as well as heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) control. The EV9's extended high-definition infotainment system display immerses occupants in a seamless digital experience. The EV9’s infotainment system, Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC), introduces new features such as quick control, integrated search, and new EV mode, thus greatly improving driver usability and convenience. In particular, the new EV mode allows drivers to check and control all EV-specific information and functionalities on a single page. What’s more, the feature allows drivers to freely edit and configure the interface in a widget-style manner, according to their own preferences. Kia provided in their press release the following quick brief information sheet: Conversion to U.S. measurements are as follows: Length = 197.2 inches Width = 78 inches Height = 69 inches Wheelbase = 122 inches Battery Range = 336 miles Max motor output = 380 HP Max Torque = 443 lb-ft or 519 lb-ft with boost mode purchased via Kia Connect. Kia has setup a global web site to let anyone interested in the EV9 explore further the EV9 bold vision of the future. The Kia EV9 | Kia Global Brand Site | Movement that inspires The EV9 will make its physical debut at the Seoul Mobility Show 2023 end of March and at the New York International Auto Show early April. Kia will embark on a series of global campaign activities that will speak to the company's commitment to innovation and their vision for a sustainable, efficient and convenient future with the following Global Campaign called: ‘Here to reshape the way we move’ View full article