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Hyundai Motor Group bolsters partnership with Rimac on high-performance EVs and fuel cell prototypes across brands

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Hyundai Group joined its partner Rimac Automobili in an event hosted by Rimac CEO Mate Rimac and attended by Croatian Prime Minister, ministers, and senior government officials to discuss the potential of the new auto industry in Croatia. The automotive industry needs to get the same attention as soccer in Croatia. Earlier post.)

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Europe’s auto suppliers reach the end of the road – ET Auto

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Production of the car component at the town of Gifhorn will end in 2027 and move to Croatia, the Czech Republic and Wales to keep the costs “competitive”, according to Continental, which will cut about 7,000 jobs worldwide.

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Rimac joins Europa-Terrain for Voltron Nevera rollercoaster

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The Voltron Nevera rollercoaster shall be situated in a unused division highlighting Croatia, the place Rimac used to be based and is situated. The post Rimac joins Europa-Terrain for Voltron Nevera rollercoaster appeared first on Bauaelectric Auto News.

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BMW taps electric hypercar specialist Rimac for high-performance EV batteries

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Rimac said the partnership will require them to establish sophisticated battery production lines at its campus near Zagreb, Croatia. A significant part of the campus will be dedicated to BMW. “My FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. The new models are expected to begin rolling out in 2025.

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Rimac secures $537m in new investment round with Goldman Sachs, Softbank

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While not being used for the Rimac Auto brand, this round of investment was intended to fund the Rimac Technology brand, a company that will be an EV and PHEV parts supplier to other brands. According to Mate Rimac, the company will make everything from EV battery systems and PHEV systems to rolling chassis.

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This electric supercar maker is launching a robotaxi service with Kia’s help

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Project 3 is based in Croatia, with a research center in the UK. The automaker aims to make electric PBVs a core part of its business as it shifts to a “mobility solutions provider.” FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. It will operate within a network Rimac is developing that includes charging, parking, and storage.

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Here It Comes: Another Hot Summer in Europe

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Last year, large parts of southern Europe experienced prolonged periods of extreme heat with temperatures reaching 118 degrees and lasting up to two weeks or more. Last summer, while some parts of the continent were hot and dry, others were cold and wet. And travelers, once again, are heading to the hot spots.

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