Hyundai plans to create a full-size electric pickup truck. Last year, Hyundai Motor Company became the fourth largest automaker in the United States. And to consolidate this success, the Korean automaker plans to develop an interesting car for the competitive market.
According to Cox Automotivefull-size pickups accounted for 13.7% of new car sales in June. According to Naver publicationHyundai's Namyang research center began disassembling the Tesla Cybertruck for analysis last month. It is noted that after the tests are completed on July 28, the team will start working on its own prototype.
According to a number of sources, Hyundai also decided to focus on the creation of “long-range” SUVs and electric pickups due to the great influence of Chinese cars on this segment at the Beijing Motor Show.
It is noted that this is not the first time that Hyundai has tested competitors' electric pickup trucks. Last month, a Ford F-150 Lightning with Korean test plates was spotted near a Hyundai plant.
Meanwhile, Hyundai is completing final tests of its first three-row electric crossover, the IONIQ 9, which could serve as the basis for a new electric pickup truck.