Hyundai Motor, LG to build $4.3bn EV battery factory in U.S.

South Korean automaker, battery maker cooperate to benefit from American subsidies

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Hyundai Motor Group and LG Energy Solution are teaming up to meet booming demand for electric vehicles. (Source photos by Reuters and AP) 

KIM JAEWON, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- Hyundai Motor Group and LG Energy Solution said on Friday that they will build a battery factory in the U.S. to supply Hyundai's electric vehicles there, as they are keen to benefit from American subsidies.

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