Hyundai Motor-SK On U.S. JV Delivers First EV Batteries to HMGMA

Published: Jul 14, 2026 11:11

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According to U.S. Georgia-based local business publication Atlanta Business Chronicle on July 13, HSBMA (Hyundai SK Battery Manufacturing America), Hyundai Motor Group and SK On’s North American battery joint venture, began mass production last month and has been supplying batteries to Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA).

This marks the first time batteries produced by HSBMA have been installed at Hyundai Motor Group’s U.S. vehicle plant.

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