Hyundai Mobis has unveiled 65 mobility technologies expected to be commercialized in the next two to three years. This milestone was achieved thanks to the focus on electrification and electronics of this year’s record R&D investment, which amounts to approximately KRW 1.7 trillion. Hyundai Mobis remains committed to its R&D strategy, which aims to proactively ensure the future competitiveness of the rapidly evolving global automotive industry.
On the 4th, Hyundai Mobis held the “2024 R&D Tech Day” at its research center in Uiwang, Gyeonggi Province, inviting major domestic media. Hyundai Mobis chose “Collective Inspiration” as the theme of this technical day, symbolizing the integrated collaboration between all relevant R&D departments to provide a complete integrated mobility solution. The exhibition had seven themes and showcased 65 key technologies in sectors such as electrification, electronics and security, including 14 world-first innovations.
Among the three core strategies of Hyundai Mobis in electrification components, the drive system is represented by a 3-in-1 integrated drive system combining motors, gearboxes and inverters. System miniaturization, high-efficiency electromagnetic design, oil cooling and power module technology are all key elements. Building on the expertise gained since developing hybrid battery systems, motors and inverters in 2011, Hyundai Mobis aims to lead the industry with specialized electrification solutions for unit components, systems , advanced automotive mobility (AAM) and robotics.
Among the three main strategies of Hyundai Mobis in electrification components, the drive system is represented by a 3-in-1 integrated drive system combining motors, gearboxes and inverters. The main focuses are system miniaturization, high-efficiency electromagnetic design, oil cooling and power module technology. Based on this, specialized drive systems for PBVs and AAMs are also being developed.
The battery system strategy emphasizes thermal management stabilization technology. The goal is to develop systems with inherent heat resistance and flame retardancy to prevent heat transfer rather than simply delay it. Additionally, Cell-to-Pack technology, which skips the module step to directly assemble packs from cells, focuses on increasing energy density.
Future initiatives include next generation battery cells and advanced technologies using recycled batteries as new businesses. The energy conversion systems strategy focuses on the development of the next generation Integrated Charge Control Unit (ICCU), which integrates the Electric Vehicle Communication Controller (EVCC). This advancement is expected to enable V2X (Vehicle-to-Everything) connectivity for electric vehicles, connecting cars to charging infrastructure and smart home features.
At the same time, Hyundai Mobis is accelerating the development of the necessary power semiconductors. Organize a large-scale exhibition to attract international customers. In recent years, Hyundai Mobis has regularly participated in global exhibitions, including CES.
These events have a dual objective: to strengthen brand recognition among the general public and to actively use it as a commercial channel to obtain orders from international customers. The unprecedented number of exhibits at this year’s R&D Tech Day is testament to this strategy. Out of a total of 65 exhibits, 21 were electronic components, with the majority of them featuring technologies for electric vehicles, the highest proportion.
The majority of them featured technologies from the Uiwang Research Center, which will be available in the Uiwang Research Center in Gyeonggi Province.
