In Fact, Why Not Just Build the Electric Cars There in the First Place?
Yesterday, South Korean EV manufacturer CT&T said they were planning on building an electric car factory in the island state. According to the company, the facility would eventually produce 10,000 cars a year and employ 400 people. Although the CT&T vehicles are technically classified as Neighborhood Electric Vehicles — they can’t go faster than 40 mph and only have a range of 60 miles — the way CT&T sees it, their cars are perfect for Hawaii. “The islands portray themselves to be perfect for our types of vehicles,” said Joe White, chief operating officer for CT&T in an AP article. “The speed limit here, 25 to 35, fits perfectly into our type of vehicle.” CT&T and the state are working closely to help the company find a site to build the factory and reduce the number of regulatory obstacles in the way of construction. All in all, the company expects to invest about $200 million in the factory and associated projects. During the announcement, CT&T 12 models at the Hawaii Capitol, includ
