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Genesis shows off first EV model, the Electrified G80

Genesis, Hyundai Motor’s luxury offshoot, has officially introduced its first-ever EV model, the Electrified G80, at the 2021 Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition (Auto Shanghai 2021).

Based on the flagship Genesis sedan, the G80, the Electrified G80 promises even more smoothness and stability thanks to its all-electric powertrain.

The Electrified G80 delivers an estimated maximum range per charge of more than 500km and the 350kW rapid charging enables the battery to charge from 10 per cent to 80 per cent in just 22 minutes. It comes standard with all-wheel drive and accelerates from 0 to 60 mph just in 4.9 seconds.

The flagship EV features an Electronic Control Suspension with Road Preview, an adaptive suspension system that can be controlled by information supplied through the front-facing camera, also helps to create an optimal, smooth driving experience.

The Genesis signature Crest Grille features an inverted G-Matrix pattern in the Electrified G80. The charging door is located in the grille’s upper right corner, and is invisible when closed.

Genesis says it has sourced various natural or recycled materials for its interior such as leather with natural dyes for the seats, console, and rear seat armrest, eco-friendly natural wood trim with recycled wood, and environment-friendly, recycled PET fabrics.

“Today is very special because it represents a variety of firsts for the Genesis brand, not only because this is Genesis’ very first appearance at Auto Shanghai, but also as the first time we are unveiling a new product outside of Korea,” said Jay Chang, Global Head of the Genesis brand. “The Electrified G80, the perfect balance of athleticism and elegance, marks the beginning of our journey into the EV market, representing Genesis in the era of electrification.”

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RTA opens Al Khawaneej Roads Improvement Project to improve Dubai-Sharjah link

• Improves the link with Airport Street, Al Awir and Al Khawaneej communities

• Doubles the capacity of Al Khawaneej intersection from 8,000 to 16,000 vehicles per hour

• Reduces the waiting time at the intersection of Al Khawaneej -Sh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Roads from 330 seconds to 45 seconds

• Cuts the waiting time at Al Khawaneej-Al Amardi junction from 120 seconds to 60 seconds

Dubai: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) on Saturday opened the Al Khawaneej Roads Improvement Project. The project includes an underpass of three lanes in each direction at the junction of Al Khawaneej and Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Roads as well as a bridge of two lanes in each direction at the junction of Al Amardi and Emirates Roads in the direction of Al Awir.

Mattar Mohammed Al Tayer, Director-General, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority, said, “The Improvement of Al Khawaneej Roads Project is one of the key strategic projects for improving the links between Dubai and Sharjah through the improvement of vertical roads linking with the Emirates Road and Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road up to the Airport Street.”

“The project contributes to slashing the travel time between the Emirates Road and the Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road from 25 minutes to 9 minutes, and the waiting time at the junction of Al Khawaneej-Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Roads (Al Khawaneej Roundabout) from 330 seconds to just 45 seconds. It also doubles up the capacity of the junction from 8,000 to 16,000 vehicles per hour, and halves the waiting time at the intersection of Al Khawaneej-Al Amardi Roads, which has been upgraded from a roundabout to a surface junction, from 120 seconds to 60 seconds,” explained Al Tayer.

“The project includes the construction of a tunnel of three lanes in each direction extending 680 metres at the intersection of Al Khawaneej Road with Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Road. Works also included the construction of a surface signalised junction to ensure free and safe traffic flow on Al Khawaneej Road, and upgrading the existing roundabout at the intersection of Al Khawaneej-Al Amardi Roads to a signalised junction. The intersection of Al Amardi-Emirates Roads has also been upgraded to a flyover of two lanes in each direction extending 201 metres above the Emirates Road in the direction of Al Awir,” he noted.

“Work is currently underway of constructing a footbridge near Arabian Centre at Al Khawaneej Road, service roads extending 23km along Al Khawaneej and Al Amardi Roads, and some improvements in three junctions at Algiers Street which will be upgraded to signalised junctions. Other construction underway include street lights, rainwater drainage system, directional signs, road markings, and protection works for road safety,” elaborated Al Tayer.

Supporting Corridors

The construction of Al Khawaneej Roads Improvement Project follows the completion and opening of all phases of Improvements of the Airport Street Project involving upgrading four intersections: Rashidiya, Nad Al Hamar, Marrakech, and Casablanca. The project had immensely improved the traffic flow, reduced the waiting time and sorted out congestions caused by overlapping traffic.

It also follows the opening of the Tripoli Road Improvement Project providing a link between Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road and Emirates Road. The opening of this 12-km road eased the traffic flow, improved the entry points of Al Warqaa and Mirdif along Tripoli Road and enhanced the safety along the corridor.

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Know about free parking, metro and bus timings in Dubai

The Roads and Transport Authority in Dubai has updated the service hours of public transport means (metro, tram, buses, marine transport, taxis, and shared transport) as well as customer happiness centres and centres of service providers for the Eid Al Fitr holidays.

The new timings are to remain in effect until Tuesday, May 26, 2020 and they are to confirm to the revised national sterilisation programme from 8pm to 6am the following day.

The timings for the services are as follows.

Published by khaleejtimes.com