Hyundai Motor Group Presents Future Mobility Vision, Electrification and Hydrogen Technologies at Aachen Colloquium 2026
- Hyundai Motor Group
- 2026.10.06 (KST)
- 분량8min
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- Group showcases future mobility vision and core technological capabilities at Europe’s premier automotive technology conference
- Manfred Harrer, President and Head of R&D Division, delivers keynote under the main theme of “Beyond Boundaries: Scaling the Sustainable Future”
- Group shares electrification strategy spanning EVs, HEVs, EREVs and FCEVs, along with direction for AI-driven R&D innovation
AACHEN, Germany, October 6, 2026 – Hyundai Motor Group (the Group) is presenting its future mobility vision and core technological capabilities at Aachen Automotive Colloquium 2026, held in Aachen, Germany from October 5–7.
The Aachen Colloquium is Europe’s premier automotive technology conference, bringing together global automakers, research institutions, parts suppliers, universities and industry experts to discuss the future of vehicle technology and industry development.
Through a keynote address, technical presentations, a technology exhibition and a vehicle test-drive program, the Group is introducing global industry stakeholders to its future growth strategy and key technologies.
“The future of mobility will not be defined by a single technology. Nor by a single form of intelligence. It will be defined by how successfully we connect them. How well we connect different mobility pathways to different customer realities. How successfully we connect engineering with artificial intelligence. And how effectively we connect people, knowledge and innovation across our industry.” – Manfred Harrer, President and Head of R&D Division, Hyundai Motor Group
What Was Covered in the Opening Keynote?
Manfred Harrer, President and Head of R&D Division of Hyundai Motor Group, is delivering the keynote address themed “Beyond Boundaries: Scaling the Sustainable Future” on October 6.
During the keynote, Harrer introduced the Group’s xEV strategy, spanning electric vehicles (EVs), hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs) and fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs). He outlined how the Group draws on the distinct strengths of each electrification technology to meet different market and customer needs.
Harrer’s keynote address also highlighted how the convergence of engineering intelligence and AI-driven digital intelligence will break down traditional industry boundaries, positioning this integration as central to competitiveness in future vehicle development. He is sharing a vision of vehicles evolving into intelligent companions that understand and support users, continuously improving through data and software even after leaving the factory.
To this end, the Group is building a Data Flywheel which continuously improves products and services based on vehicle data and customer experience while driving R&D innovation through a development framework centered on digital twins and virtual validation.
What Technical Presentations Will the Group Deliver?
The Group will deliver three technical presentations on October 7, covering hydrogen fuel cell, electrification and battery technologies.
Duckhwan Kim, Vice President and Head of Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Engineering Design Group 1, will open with a session examining the technical and market hurdles facing hydrogen adoption and outlining where the Group sees the greatest opportunities for fuel cell deployment.
Ki Young Jang, Vice President and Head of Electric Power Conversion Engineering Design Group, will follow with his talk on how the Group plans to scale its electrification technologies to meet diverse market demands.
In the afternoon, Jeonghun Seo, Vice President and Head of Battery Engineering Design Group, will present on how the Group’s next-generation battery systems and electrification innovations are advancing future mobility.
What Technologies Are Being Showcased at the Exhibition?
The Group’s exhibit spans two core technology areas, giving attendees a closer look at the hardware behind its hydrogen and electrification strategy:
- Hydrogen fuel cell technologies: A polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) water electrolysis stack, a hydrogen storage tank and the All-New NEXO fuel cell system.
- Electrification technologies: A battery pack/cell, a two-stage motor system, a Transmission-Mounted Electric Device II (TMED-II) hybrid transmission and power modules.
The exhibits underscore the Group’s multi-pathway approach to electrification, from hydrogen production and storage to next-generation battery and hybrid systems.
How Are Attendees Experiencing the Group’s Technologies Firsthand?
The Group is running a test-drive program featuring the All-New NEXO and GV60 MAGMA, operating on a designated 11–12 kilometer route near the venue.
The program gives attendees the opportunity to directly experience the Group’s hydrogen mobility and electrification technologies.
