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But as it was developed as an EV right from the start, it has some definite advantages, like the airy passenger cabin and its multitude of spaces for storing items, large and small. With its slightly larger footprint and “more familiar” design, the Electrified GV70 will perhaps resonate with the more traditional driver. The fact that it costs some $4,000 more to start than the GV60 will have little impact. But what may send potential customers sideways is the fact that the non-electrified GV70 base model, a decent vehicle in its own right, is some $25,000 less than the all-electric version. If you’ve already decided that electrification is in your immediate future, though, then you could do a lot worse than these two crossovers. The Hyundai Motor Group has a lot of resources to throw around—and with the Genesis GV60 and Electrified GV70, that money has hit the target. I’ve got a theory about travel and it goes a little something like this: many of the most beautiful places to visit would be
practically uninhabitable in winter. Over the course of my travels, I’ve had the good fortune to set down in Denmark, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Newfoundland and the Canadian High Arctic. All were stunning in their own right—and I can’t imagine returning to any of them when the sun is at its weakest. The same is true of Scotland. The place is stunning, from nearly every possible angle. The inherent charm of a city like Edinburgh is matched by the glorious natural beauty of a place like Glen Coe or Cairngorms National Park, or the pull of a legendary sporting venue such as St. Andrews Links. These are places that make a lasting impression, stamping themselves in the memory and bubbling up every now and again to prompt a return visit. I’ve had the chance to visit Scotland five times now, the latest adventure hosted by luxury automaker Genesis. While it may seem odd for a South Korean carmaker to be interested in such a relatively small market, the country has two big things
“I’ve got a theory about travel and it goes a little something like this: many of the most beautiful places to visit would be practically uninhabitable in winter. ”
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