South Korean Automotive Multinational Hyundai Announces Reduction in Combustion Vehicle Production, Focusing on Electric Cars

Following Volkswagen, Renault, and Honda, Hyundai Says It Will Invest More in Electric Cars and Reduce Production of Combustion Vehicles

Following the steps of decarbonization and competitors Volkswagen, Renault, Volvo, and Honda, the South Korean multinational Hyundai announced it will reduce the number of combustion vehicles to invest more in electric cars, two sources close to the South Korean automaker said. Hyundai’s decision will result in a 50% cut in combustion vehicles, one of the sources stated, indicating that the strategy was approved by the company’s management in March of this year. See also: Honda, one of the most important automobile and motorcycle manufacturers in the world, stops developing and manufacturing gasoline and diesel combustion engines

Hyundai’s Announcement to Decrease Production of Combustion Vehicles and Investments in Electric Cars

Hyundai stated on Thursday (05/27) that it is accelerating the adoption of environmentally friendly models, such as those powered by hydrogen and batteries. The South Korean automaker also said it aims to have 100% of its cars electric by 2040. The Hyundai Motor Group, which includes the brands Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis, aims to sell about 1 million electric cars per year by 2025 to capture a 10% share of the global electrified market.

For Hyundai, which along with Kia is one of the 10 largest automotive groups in the world, the decision is important because the company has one of the widest ranges of engine and transmission technologies in the industry. The group will finalize its strategy for transitioning all of its vehicles to electric propulsion in the next six months, the source stated.

See Also: Multinational Hyundai Opens Job Selection Process with Various Job Vacancies in Piracicaba, São Paulo

The multinational Hyundai opens a job selection process with various job vacancies at its automotive unit in Piracicaba (SP). The salaries offered by the multinational range from R$ 2,000 to R$ 8,000, depending on the selected position. Applications for the automaker’s selection process will be open until May 31, with the expected hiring date in June or July.

The available job vacancies in Hyundai’s selection process in SP are for various areas, including production and administrative roles, with positions such as Senior Technical Purchasing Analyst, Senior Asset Security Analyst, Temporary Safety Technician, Mid-Level Technical Purchasing Analyst, Training and Development Specialist, and Welding Maintenance Supervisor.

How to Apply for Opportunities at the South Korean Multinational

If you are interested in the job vacancies, don’t waste time and access the job site of the multinational Hyundai. Some job vacancies in SP are for in-person work, while others are hybrid. Upon accessing Hyundai’s website, you should click on the box “I Want to Work at Hyundai.” Soon after, you will be redirected to the application page and will fill out a form with the following information: ID; Mother’s Name; Father’s Name; If you are being referred by any friend or family member working at the company, you can also identify them.

Finally, to apply for the job vacancies CLICK HERE! Good luck to everyone!