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SolarEdge, Kokam open 2GWh cell plant in South Korea

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Located in the Eumseong Innovation City of Chungcheongbuk-Do, South Korea, Sella 2 is currently producing test cells for certification, with ramp-up expected during the second half of 2022. —Zvi Lando, Chief Executive Officer of SolarEdge.

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Starlink services bound for South Korea by 2025

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Starlink services might be bound for South Korea by early 2025. Starlink’s availability in South Korea will depend on the local government’s moves regarding regulatory updates that will ensure a stable connection to SpaceX’s internet services without interfering with the providers already operating in the country.

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BYD will challenge Hyundai and Kia with low-cost EVs launching in South Korea

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China’s leading EV maker is set to drastically shake up the South Korean auto market. BYD officially announced plans to launch in South Korea with its low-cost EVs poised to challenge Hyundai and Kia on their home turf.

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Tesla receives permission to trade emission credits in South Korea

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Tesla has reportedly been granted permission to sell automotive emission credits domestically in South Korea by the Ministry of Environment starting this year. This marks a significant development for the electric vehicle maker, as it will allow the company to generate additional revenue in the South Korean market.

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Tesla Model S & Model X make first appearance in South Korea

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Now, Tesla has finally launched both of its top-of-the-line models in South Korea, with showings available at South Korean stores today. It remains unclear when the new models will be delivered to the new market, but they are expected later this year if not this quarter. 오늘부터 Tesla 스토어에서 만나볼 수 있습니다. Tesla 제주 스토어 제외.

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BYD to face Tesla in new market [Feature]

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BYD will be facing Tesla in a new market: South Korea. The Chinese automaker recently announced it would enter South Korea’s passenger car market next year. BYD entered the South Korean market in 2016 with commercial vehicles like buses, forklifts, and trucks.

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Hyundai Motor Group puts Spot to work at Kia’s plant in South Korea

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Hyundai Motor Group introduced Factory Safety Service Robot, a robot for industrial site safety, and announced its pilot operation at Kia’s plant in South Korea. Through the pilot operation at Kia’s plant in South Korea, the Group will use the Robot to support late-night security patrols and create a safer environment for workers.