As part of the Hyundai Motor Group, the Hyundai & Kia R&D Center was established as an integrated research hub focused on developing innovative solutions – including hybrid technologies and improved fuel efficiency.
The multi-year collaboration with the center involved facilitation in various projects. All of the solutions developed during this time were patented.
The examples mentioned below represent only a small portion of the broader program.
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Performance improvement and cost reduction in the heating system for plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles.
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Performance improvement and cost reduction in cold-start technology for fuel cell vehicles.
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Performance improvement of the PRD (pressure relief device) system for high-pressure hydrogen storage.
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Performance improvement of ventilated seats.
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Development of a new technology for external airbags.
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Performance improvement of door hinge systems – swing and sliding types.