Overdrive: Cars, Transport And Culture

The relatively recent developments in the electrification of vehicles, most particularly starting in 2000 or so with the Toyota Prius hybrid, did not sell itself on the elegance of its outward appearance. Although the need for environmental considerations is becoming even more critical, hybrids and electric vehicles can no longer look like a science experiment. Later this year, Hyundai will launch in Australia the next generation of their all-electric sedan, the Ioniq. It doesn't look like a catch-up vehicle, but one that is very futuristic in its design, not only its technology. • The new Ioniq 5 – built as an electric car from the ground up • A modern looking product • By being built as electric cars, vehicles will change shape in the years ahead as they are no longer bounded by the powertrains of old. • Ioniq 5 looks modern but pays homage to a futuristic design concept from the past • Same power train as the Hyundai Kona but there will be a modular platform • There are strong indications they are workin