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The Electrification of powertrains covers pioneering topics such as future battery concepts, next generation charging technologies and the development of advanced high voltage components to present the best range of electric vehicle solutions for our European customers now and in the future. To understand the preferences of our customers in Europe we are involved in technology scouting activities which we translate into development measures for innovative yet sustainable electrification technologies.

We develop innovative E- technologies to improve our powertrains in terms of performance, efficiency and drivability. Whether mild hybrid, plug-in hybrid or fully electric and fuel cell technology: We are working on all types of electrified powertrains.

We want to ensure the best performance dealing with new technologies challenges: increasing the efficiency for electric cars and meeting future emission levels for internal combustion engines.

Of course, we are also enthusiastic about high-performance vehicles. This is why we are developing sporty, powerful and accessible vehicles with the model designation “N” in close cooperation with our R&D centre in Namyang, South Korea. Our area of responsibility includes the development and testing of all performance-relevant components. We also perform advanced development on future areas of High performance vehicles and electric powertrain systems.

We take our chassis systems through all areas of advanced research, benchmarking, development and tuning to ensure that we meet the expectations of our European customers. We are involved in CAE related work on various chassis parts to prepare the vehicle for the next stage with physical prototypes. These are tested in terms of NVH (noise, vibration, harshness), suspension kinematics and compliance as well as in dynamic driving conditions for ride comfort, steering, handling, braking and stability at the limit.

Improving vehicle aerodynamics, developing functional surfaces and enhancing interior space to further satisfy the European customers is the task of the Body department.

We work on new body technologies for lightweight closures with multiple materials. Rethinking the automotive cabin by integrating SMART functional surfaces into ecofriendly and hygiene features is one of our focus areas. We also work on interior illumination effects supporting the customer’s interaction with the car enhancing our brand distinction.

We are responsible for the strategic direction  of our vehicle brands Hyundai, Kia and Genesis securing their product competitiveness on the European market. We conduct market research to gather the voice of customer, their preferences and wishes and translate it into technical requirements. In our technology scouting activities we monitor automotive and non-automotive technology trends on the European market, benchmark competitors’ products and strategies and run creative workshops to foster innovation management.

We represent our brands Hyundai, Kia and Genesis towards all European authorities and key-players like the EU Commission, the UNECE and ACEA/OICA, Euro NCAP, insurance companies and other major OEMs. We assure the application of all European regulations and standards within the vehicle development process in line with the market requirements to ensure compliance. We also support rulemaking processes, are active in advocacy work on EU and member states level and manage all Euro NCAP assessments for new models.

We take care of all tasks related to testing and evaluation of the entire vehicle. Here, any existing weak points are identified and countermeasures defined across all vehicle segments. We do seat evaluations and benchmarking activities and develop heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems for different climatic conditions. Furthermore, we conduct durability tests on public roads and endurance tests at the Nordschleife Nürburging. Our Press Team takes care of the media pre-evaluation and analysis reports.

Connected and autonomous vehicles combine modern connectivity and automated technologies to replace humans in the driving task and to create innovative mobility solutions for our customer. This involves the development and deployment of future connectivity platforms, innovative connected services and mobile connectivity solutions. Our Advanced Driver Assistant Systems are designed to support and simplify the driving tasks while assuring the highest level of driving safety.

We are an integral part of the Hyundai Commercial Vehicles R&D and responsible for the European customer needs with an active role in the development of trucks and buses for the European market. Our tasks involve life cycle management, on site testing, product planning, concept development, conduct market and customer surveys and investigation of the European Commercial Vehicle market. We want to develop the best ecofriendly commercial vehicles for Europe: fuel cell trucks, fuel cell buses as well as battery electric commercial vehicles.

Our unique and innovative designs are developed by our Design Department and dedicated for both concept cars as well as production cars. The team of exterior, interior, color & trim and strategy designers, as well as design engineers and clay modelers operate in a close collaboration with the Hyundai Global Design Team.