{"id":21795,"date":"2025-04-21T15:42:49","date_gmt":"2025-04-21T08:42:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/?p=21795"},"modified":"2025-04-21T15:42:49","modified_gmt":"2025-04-21T08:42:49","slug":"hyundai-motor-deploys-zero-emission-elec-city-town-bus-on-japans-yakushima-island-to-lead-clean-public-transport-transition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/?p=21795","title":{"rendered":"Hyundai Motor Deploys Zero-emission ELEC CITY TOWN Bus on Japan&#8217;s Yakushima Island to Lead Clean Public Transport Transition"},"content":{"rendered":"<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>Hyundai Motor holds\u00a0handover ceremony with Iwasaki Group on Yakushima Island, <span class=\"xn-location\">Japan<\/span>, for Hyundai ELEC CITY TOWN electric buses<\/li>\n<li>Hyundai\u00a0ELEC CITY TOWN buses are optimized for Yakushima&#8217;s environment, with Vehicle Dynamics Control and advanced battery management and cooling systems<\/li>\n<li>The initiative demonstrates Hyundai Motor&#8217;s strong commitment to its vision of &#8216;Progress for Humanity&#8217; and to building a more sustainable future worldwide<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-location\">SEOUL, South Korea<\/span> and\u00a0YAKUSHIMA, <span class=\"xn-location\">Japan<\/span><\/span>, <span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-chron\">April 21, 2025<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ &#8212; Hyundai Motor Company today held a\u00a0handover ceremony to deliver Hyundai ELEC CITY TOWN electric buses to Tanegashima Yakushima Kotsu, a regional transportation and tourism service provider operated by the Iwasaki Group in <span class=\"xn-location\">Kagoshima Prefecture<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">Japan<\/span>. The initiative marks a significant step in transitioning to zero-emission public transport on Yakushima Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.<\/p>\n<div class=\"PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2668839\/Image__Hyundai_Motor_Deploys_Zero_emission_ELEC_CITY_Town_Bus_on_Japan_s_Yakushima_Island_to_Lead_Cl.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2668839\/Image__Hyundai_Motor_Deploys_Zero_emission_ELEC_CITY_Town_Bus_on_Japan_s_Yakushima_Island_to_Lead_Cl.jpg?p=medium600\" title=\"(from left) Namil Choi, VP and Head of Hyundai Mobility Japan R&amp;D Center; Toshiyuki Shimegi, CEO of Hyundai Mobility Japan; Sanghyeon Park, EVP and Head of Commercial LCM Division at Hyundai Motor Company; YOO SEOK CHUNG, EVP and Head of Korea Business Division at Hyundai Motor Company; Jaehoon Chang, Vice Chair of Hyundai Motor Group; Yoshitaro Iwasaki, CEO of Iwasaki Group; Takamitsu Iwasaki, VP of Iwasaki Group; Koji Araki, Mayor of Yakushima; Masao Nishimura, CEO of Iwasaki Corporation\" alt=\"(from left) Namil Choi, VP and Head of Hyundai Mobility Japan R&amp;D Center; Toshiyuki Shimegi, CEO of Hyundai Mobility Japan; Sanghyeon Park, EVP and Head of Commercial LCM Division at Hyundai Motor Company; YOO SEOK CHUNG, EVP and Head of Korea Business Division at Hyundai Motor Company; Jaehoon Chang, Vice Chair of Hyundai Motor Group; Yoshitaro Iwasaki, CEO of Iwasaki Group; Takamitsu Iwasaki, VP of Iwasaki Group; Koji Araki, Mayor of Yakushima; Masao Nishimura, CEO of Iwasaki Corporation\" \/><\/a><br \/><span>(from left) Namil Choi, VP and Head of Hyundai Mobility Japan R&amp;D Center; Toshiyuki Shimegi, CEO of Hyundai Mobility Japan; Sanghyeon Park, EVP and Head of Commercial LCM Division at Hyundai Motor Company; YOO SEOK CHUNG, EVP and Head of Korea Business Division at Hyundai Motor Company; Jaehoon Chang, Vice Chair of Hyundai Motor Group; Yoshitaro Iwasaki, CEO of Iwasaki Group; Takamitsu Iwasaki, VP of Iwasaki Group; Koji Araki, Mayor of Yakushima; Masao Nishimura, CEO of Iwasaki Corporation<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>The event was attended by <span class=\"xn-person\">Jaehoon Chang<\/span>, Vice Chair of Hyundai Motor Group; Toshiyuki Shimegi, CEO of Hyundai Mobility Japan; <span class=\"xn-person\">Yoshitaro Iwasaki<\/span>, CEO of Iwasaki Group; and <span class=\"xn-person\">Koji Araki<\/span>, Mayor of Yakushima. The handover follows the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in <span class=\"xn-chron\">July 2024<\/span> between the two parties for the purchase of Hyundai ELEC City TOWN buses.<\/p>\n<p><span>&#8220;I am delighted to see Hyundai&#8217;s ELEC City electric buses running here on Yakushima, contributing towards a cleaner island environment,&#8221; said Hyundai Motor Group Vice Chair <span class=\"xn-person\">Jaehoon Chang<\/span>. &#8220;Being part of Yakushima&#8217;s zero-emission island initiative is a significant step towards achieving carbon neutrality on the island by 2050.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Starting from <span class=\"xn-chron\">June 2025<\/span>, five Hyundai ELEC CITY TOWN buses will operate on Yakushima. These medium-sized, low-floor electric buses will be tailored to local conditions. They are equipped with a 145 kWh battery and a high-efficiency motor delivering a power output of up to 160 kW\/217 PS.<\/p>\n<p>The buses are equipped with Vehicle Dynamics Control to ensure safe and stable driving on the island&#8217;s mountainous roads, characterized by steep slopes and sharp curves. The buses also feature advanced battery management and cooling systems, optimized for Yakushima&#8217;s hot and humid climate, enhancing charging performance, efficiency and driving range.<\/p>\n<p>On <span class=\"xn-chron\">Sunday, April 20th<\/span>, ahead of the handover ceremony, Hyundai Motor signed a partnership agreement for the use of electric vehicles on Yakushima. The agreement includes utilizing the ELEC CITY TOWN&#8217;s Vehicle-to-Home capabilities to supply power to evacuation shelters and medical facilities during natural disasters such as typhoons or periods of heavy rainfall.<\/p>\n<p>Yakushima is located at the southwestern end of the Japanese archipelago and is known for its stunning natural scenery, often referred to as the &#8216;Alps of the Ocean&#8217;. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the island is recognized as a leading eco-tourism destination, making emissions control essential for environmental preservation.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"xn-location\">Kagoshima Prefecture<\/span> has designated Yakushima as a key area in its plan to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. Yakushima aims to transition its vehicle fleet to primarily EVs as part of its aim to become a zero-emission island. \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Hyundai Motor anticipates that the ELEC CITY TOWN buses will contribute to Yakushima&#8217;s carbon neutrality goals by providing a mobility solution that supports local sustainability efforts and reflects the needs of the community. This initiative aligns with Hyundai Motor&#8217;s global vision of &#8216;Progress for Humanity&#8217; and its ongoing commitment to building a more sustainable future.<\/p>\n<p><b>About Hyundai Motor Company<\/b><\/p>\n<p>More information about Hyundai Motor and its products can be found at: <a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/www.hyundai.com\/worldwide\/en\/__;!!N96JrnIq8IfO5w!igBR1-UORA8W-ynP9DfEJKH1WJyn3r3a-knXTqfhLzvnXdzyagg2UTTJMW1VO6VlMHkPC9FflpNW%24\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/www.hyundai.com\/worldwide\/en\/<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/www.hyundai.com\/worldwide\/en\/company\/newsroom.release.all.latest__;!!N96JrnIq8IfO5w!igBR1-UORA8W-ynP9DfEJKH1WJyn3r3a-knXTqfhLzvnXdzyagg2UTTJMW1VO6VlMHkPC0FVXA-G%24\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Newsroom: Media Hub by Hyundai<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference\">\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2668814\/250421__PR_Newswire__Hyundai_Motor_Deploys_Zero_emission_ELEC_CITY_Town_Bus_on_Japan_s_Yakushima_Isl.pdf?p=original\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2668814\/250421__PR_Newswire__Hyundai_Motor_Deploys_Zero_emission_ELEC_CITY_Town_Bus_on_Japan_s_Yakushima_Isl.pdf?p=pdfthumbnail\" title=\"\" alt=\"\" \/> <\/a> <br \/><span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><!-- wp:html --><\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>Hyundai Motor holds\u00a0handover ceremony with Iwasaki Group on Yakushima Island, <span class=\"xn-location\">Japan<\/span>, for Hyundai ELEC CITY TOWN electric buses<\/li>\n<li>Hyundai\u00a0ELEC CITY TOWN buses are optimized for Yakushima&#8217;s environment, with Vehicle Dynamics Control and advanced battery management and cooling systems<\/li>\n<li>The initiative demonstrates Hyundai Motor&#8217;s strong commitment to its vision of &#8216;Progress for Humanity&#8217; and to building a more sustainable future worldwide<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-location\">SEOUL, South Korea<\/span> and\u00a0YAKUSHIMA, <span class=\"xn-location\">Japan<\/span><\/span>, <span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-chron\">April 21, 2025<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ &#8212; Hyundai Motor Company today held a\u00a0handover ceremony to deliver Hyundai ELEC CITY TOWN electric buses to Tanegashima Yakushima Kotsu, a regional transportation and tourism service provider operated by the Iwasaki Group in <span class=\"xn-location\">Kagoshima Prefecture<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">Japan<\/span>. The initiative marks a significant step in transitioning to zero-emission public transport on Yakushima Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.<\/p>\n<div class=\"PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2668839\/Image__Hyundai_Motor_Deploys_Zero_emission_ELEC_CITY_Town_Bus_on_Japan_s_Yakushima_Island_to_Lead_Cl.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2668839\/Image__Hyundai_Motor_Deploys_Zero_emission_ELEC_CITY_Town_Bus_on_Japan_s_Yakushima_Island_to_Lead_Cl.jpg?p=medium600\" title=\"(from left) Namil Choi, VP and Head of Hyundai Mobility Japan R&amp;D Center; Toshiyuki Shimegi, CEO of Hyundai Mobility Japan; Sanghyeon Park, EVP and Head of Commercial LCM Division at Hyundai Motor Company; YOO SEOK CHUNG, EVP and Head of Korea Business Division at Hyundai Motor Company; Jaehoon Chang, Vice Chair of Hyundai Motor Group; Yoshitaro Iwasaki, CEO of Iwasaki Group; Takamitsu Iwasaki, VP of Iwasaki Group; Koji Araki, Mayor of Yakushima; Masao Nishimura, CEO of Iwasaki Corporation\" alt=\"(from left) Namil Choi, VP and Head of Hyundai Mobility Japan R&amp;D Center; Toshiyuki Shimegi, CEO of Hyundai Mobility Japan; Sanghyeon Park, EVP and Head of Commercial LCM Division at Hyundai Motor Company; YOO SEOK CHUNG, EVP and Head of Korea Business Division at Hyundai Motor Company; Jaehoon Chang, Vice Chair of Hyundai Motor Group; Yoshitaro Iwasaki, CEO of Iwasaki Group; Takamitsu Iwasaki, VP of Iwasaki Group; Koji Araki, Mayor of Yakushima; Masao Nishimura, CEO of Iwasaki Corporation\" \/><\/a><br \/><span>(from left) Namil Choi, VP and Head of Hyundai Mobility Japan R&amp;D Center; Toshiyuki Shimegi, CEO of Hyundai Mobility Japan; Sanghyeon Park, EVP and Head of Commercial LCM Division at Hyundai Motor Company; YOO SEOK CHUNG, EVP and Head of Korea Business Division at Hyundai Motor Company; Jaehoon Chang, Vice Chair of Hyundai Motor Group; Yoshitaro Iwasaki, CEO of Iwasaki Group; Takamitsu Iwasaki, VP of Iwasaki Group; Koji Araki, Mayor of Yakushima; Masao Nishimura, CEO of Iwasaki Corporation<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>The event was attended by <span class=\"xn-person\">Jaehoon Chang<\/span>, Vice Chair of Hyundai Motor Group; Toshiyuki Shimegi, CEO of Hyundai Mobility Japan; <span class=\"xn-person\">Yoshitaro Iwasaki<\/span>, CEO of Iwasaki Group; and <span class=\"xn-person\">Koji Araki<\/span>, Mayor of Yakushima. The handover follows the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in <span class=\"xn-chron\">July 2024<\/span> between the two parties for the purchase of Hyundai ELEC City TOWN buses.<\/p>\n<p><span>&#8220;I am delighted to see Hyundai&#8217;s ELEC City electric buses running here on Yakushima, contributing towards a cleaner island environment,&#8221; said Hyundai Motor Group Vice Chair <span class=\"xn-person\">Jaehoon Chang<\/span>. &#8220;Being part of Yakushima&#8217;s zero-emission island initiative is a significant step towards achieving carbon neutrality on the island by 2050.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Starting from <span class=\"xn-chron\">June 2025<\/span>, five Hyundai ELEC CITY TOWN buses will operate on Yakushima. These medium-sized, low-floor electric buses will be tailored to local conditions. They are equipped with a 145 kWh battery and a high-efficiency motor delivering a power output of up to 160 kW\/217 PS.<\/p>\n<p>The buses are equipped with Vehicle Dynamics Control to ensure safe and stable driving on the island&#8217;s mountainous roads, characterized by steep slopes and sharp curves. The buses also feature advanced battery management and cooling systems, optimized for Yakushima&#8217;s hot and humid climate, enhancing charging performance, efficiency and driving range.<\/p>\n<p>On <span class=\"xn-chron\">Sunday, April 20th<\/span>, ahead of the handover ceremony, Hyundai Motor signed a partnership agreement for the use of electric vehicles on Yakushima. The agreement includes utilizing the ELEC CITY TOWN&#8217;s Vehicle-to-Home capabilities to supply power to evacuation shelters and medical facilities during natural disasters such as typhoons or periods of heavy rainfall.<\/p>\n<p>Yakushima is located at the southwestern end of the Japanese archipelago and is known for its stunning natural scenery, often referred to as the &#8216;Alps of the Ocean&#8217;. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the island is recognized as a leading eco-tourism destination, making emissions control essential for environmental preservation.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"xn-location\">Kagoshima Prefecture<\/span> has designated Yakushima as a key area in its plan to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. Yakushima aims to transition its vehicle fleet to primarily EVs as part of its aim to become a zero-emission island. \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Hyundai Motor anticipates that the ELEC CITY TOWN buses will contribute to Yakushima&#8217;s carbon neutrality goals by providing a mobility solution that supports local sustainability efforts and reflects the needs of the community. This initiative aligns with Hyundai Motor&#8217;s global vision of &#8216;Progress for Humanity&#8217; and its ongoing commitment to building a more sustainable future.<\/p>\n<p><b>About Hyundai Motor Company<\/b><\/p>\n<p>More information about Hyundai Motor and its products can be found at: <a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/www.hyundai.com\/worldwide\/en\/__;!!N96JrnIq8IfO5w!igBR1-UORA8W-ynP9DfEJKH1WJyn3r3a-knXTqfhLzvnXdzyagg2UTTJMW1VO6VlMHkPC9FflpNW%24\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/www.hyundai.com\/worldwide\/en\/<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/www.hyundai.com\/worldwide\/en\/company\/newsroom.release.all.latest__;!!N96JrnIq8IfO5w!igBR1-UORA8W-ynP9DfEJKH1WJyn3r3a-knXTqfhLzvnXdzyagg2UTTJMW1VO6VlMHkPC0FVXA-G%24\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Newsroom: Media Hub by Hyundai<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference\">\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2668814\/250421__PR_Newswire__Hyundai_Motor_Deploys_Zero_emission_ELEC_CITY_Town_Bus_on_Japan_s_Yakushima_Isl.pdf?p=original\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2668814\/250421__PR_Newswire__Hyundai_Motor_Deploys_Zero_emission_ELEC_CITY_Town_Bus_on_Japan_s_Yakushima_Isl.pdf?p=pdfthumbnail\" title=\"\" alt=\"\" \/> <\/a> <br \/><span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:html --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"rop_custom_images_group":[],"rop_custom_messages_group":[],"rop_publish_now":"initial","rop_publish_now_accounts":[],"rop_publish_now_history":[],"rop_publish_now_status":"pending","footnotes":""},"categories":[5,7],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-21795","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cision-pr-newswire","category-cision-pr-newswire-en"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/21795","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=21795"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/21795\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=21795"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=21795"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=21795"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}