Does North Korea have an EV?

Say Hello To North Korea’s First EV. It’s Not What It Seems Enter the Madusan EV, which claims 450 miles of range—better than any of Tesla’s current EVs. Let's unpack that. North Korea is notorious for its authoritarianism, hatred of Western nations and closed borders that make it nearly impossible to get anything in or out of the country.

Does North Korea have energy security challenges?

Access to solar panels has created capacity where the state falls short, but the overall energy security challenges facing the nation are daunting. This report, “North Korea’s Energy Sector,” is a compilation of articles published on 38 North in 2023 that surveyed North Korea’s energy production facilities and infrastructure.

Does North Korea have a power shortage?

North Korea suffers from chronic energy shortages. Rolling blackouts are common, even in the nation’s capital, while some of the poorest citizens receive state-provided electricity only once a year.

Does North Korea have a car industry?

North Korea doesn't have the greatest reputation for, well, just about everything. That includes its car industry, which is a mishmash of foreign imports and locally-made cars from knock-down kits. It has never developed its own car and even ordered 1,000 Volvos in the mid 1970s but "forgot" to pay for them.

Are South Korean battery material companies a key player in Tesla's revamped supply chain?

South Korean battery material companies are emerging as key players in Tesla‘s revamped supply chain as the carmaker upgrades its 2170 battery cells -- integral to its most popular models.