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2023 DIFA to open on Oct. 19, showcasing new technologies of UAM, EVs
Date
2023.10.13
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According to Yonhap News,


The Daegu International Future Auto & Mobility Expo (DIFA) will be held at Daegu EXCO on October 19-21.

Daegu-si said on October 12 that the 7th DIFA will introduce new technologies related to electric vehicles, autonomous vehicles, electrified parts including motors, batteries, and chargers, and urban aviation mobility (UAM).

This year's event has been upgraded by being co-hosted by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport (MOLIT) and the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy (MOTIE).

Domestic companies such as Hyundai·Kia Motors, LG Energy Solution, Samsung SDI, SK Telecom, and Hanwha System, and overseas companies such as Tesla, GM, Audi, BMW, and Lexus will participate, providing various attractions.

Hyundai will introduce the IONIQ 5N, which recently recorded as the fastest car in Korean car history.

Regarding UAM, which has recently grabbed much attention, SK Telecom, Hanwha System, Korea Airports Corporation, T-map Mobility Consortium, Korea Land and Geospatial Informatix Corporation, and Vessel Aerospace will set up a special hall to showcase the future of UAM.

Autonomous a2z, an autonomous driving solution developing company, will unveil unmanned shuttle and delivery vehicles for level 4 autonomous driving.

Citizen participation events will also be held. Six car companies including Hyundai Motor, Kia, Tesla, BMW, Audi, and Lexus will provide a chance for test driving electric vehicles.

In addition, side events such as overseas buyer business meeting, job fairs, and future mobility industry forum are also scheduled.



tjdan@yna.co.kr

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Source: Yonhap News (October 12, 2023)


** This article was translated from Korean.