- This is the first time the cross-country canine rescue convoy has been powered by all-electric vehicles.
- The 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 Calligraphy pairs a spacious cabin and generous cargo space with advanced safety features and efficient charging speed.
Hyundai Motor America reported June 17 that it participated in Operation Frodo’s latest cross-country dog rescue mission in the all-electric IONIQ 9 from June 7-10.
In partnership with Animal Rescue Rigs, this all-volunteer crew of industry members and automotive journalists transported 16 endangered shelter beagles from around Omaha, Nebraska to adoptive homes in the Portland, Oregon area.
For the first time, this multi-state canine rehoming effort was conducted exclusively with a convoy of all-electric vehicles.
Established in 2022, Operation Frodo is a rescue program with a mission to transport needy dogs from the American heartland to the safety of loving adoptive families on the West Coast…