Inside Hyundai’s $7.6B Metaplant: Building the Ioniq 5! (Plus NEW Ioniq 9 and a RALLY Drive!)

We got exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the brand-new Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America in Georgia! Join Patrick as he takes you on a deep dive into this $26 billion investment, featuring everything from the factory floor to high-speed test tracks.

In this video, we cover:

Exclusive Vehicle First Looks: We check out the 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 9 Calligraphy "Black Ink" Edition and the autonomous Waymo Ioniq 5.

Factory Floor Tour: See the incredible scale of the 3,000-acre site, the advanced robotics (including Boston Dynamics' Spot!), and how Hyundai is building the future of EVs in the US.

Rally Course Action: Patrick takes the Ioniq 5 XRT onto a dirt rally course for some sideways, off-road fun.

Test Track Shakedown: A look at how every single vehicle is tested for quality—from suspension "shakedowns" to high-speed lane-keep assist checks—before leaving the plant.

The Big Picture: Hyundai’s 40-year history in the US, their massive Georgia investment, and the upcoming IONNA charging network expansion.

Whether you're an EV enthusiast or curious about the future of American manufacturing, there’s a lot to see in this one.

0:00 Intro & Hyundai Metaplant Overview
1:19 2027 Ioniq 9 Calligraphy Black Ink First Look
2:40 Waymo Ioniq 5 & Autonomous Tech
5:10 How Massive is the Georgia Metaplant?
6:13 Ioniq 9 Calligraphy Black Ink Features
7:45 Rally Testing the Ioniq 5 XRT
15:10 Factory Test Track: The "Shakedown"
18:20 Hyundai's 40 Years in the US & Sales Growth
21:50 IONNA Charging Network & Home Energy
28:30 Jobs, Solar Power, & Local Impact
33:00 Robots & Modern Manufacturing
36:20 Final Thoughts: Why This Plant Matters

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