Hyundai: Development and Technology News
08-14-2012, 12:39 PM
#121
Three Wheelin'
Hyundai: RK Concept news
http://www.autoblog.com/2012/08/14/h...hter-for-2015/
I hope this is true. 
BMW needs some more competition.
According to Automotive News, Hyundai is working on a smaller rear-wheel-drive car aimed squarely at the BMW 3 Series. Reportedly dubbed "RK" internally, this new model will not launch until 2015 at the earliest, according to the report.
Details on this new entry-level performance sedan are slim, with Automotive News only reporting that the new model will use a version of the rear-wheel-drive platform that underpins the Genesis Coupe.
In other RWD Hyundai news, AN states that the larger Genesis sedan is still on track for a complete refresh, with the new model expected to arrive by the end of 2013 at the earliest as a 2014 model. As we've reported before, the next-generation Genesis will also likely benefit from optional all-wheel drive. Hyundai's Equus flagship is also scheduled to get a slight refresh in the near term, debuting next summer for the 2014 model year.
Details on this new entry-level performance sedan are slim, with Automotive News only reporting that the new model will use a version of the rear-wheel-drive platform that underpins the Genesis Coupe.
In other RWD Hyundai news, AN states that the larger Genesis sedan is still on track for a complete refresh, with the new model expected to arrive by the end of 2013 at the earliest as a 2014 model. As we've reported before, the next-generation Genesis will also likely benefit from optional all-wheel drive. Hyundai's Equus flagship is also scheduled to get a slight refresh in the near term, debuting next summer for the 2014 model year.
BMW needs some more competition.
08-14-2012, 01:48 PM
#122
Some dude
Hmmmm. That's really interesting. I wouldn't mind a sporty, mini Genesis sedan.
08-16-2012, 01:01 PM
#125
^ Basically, the next gen "Genesis" coupe (will likely get a name change) will be going upscale and be partnered with the new RK sedan.
09-28-2012, 09:14 PM
#127
Three Wheelin'
Hyundai uses cloud server to remotely check vehicle performance
Can the cloud play an important role in the detection and correction of quality and service issues from the instant a car leaves the assembly line and thereafter?
The onboard telematics systems, which are tied into the data buses that monitor and control all key systems on a car, may have more than just a cell phone chip to call a help center for road service. They also may include a modem through which the vehicle communicates with cloud servers.
In addition to infotainment and navigation, telematics already has been providing opportunities for monitoring the condition of a vehicle. But it’s been limited to just a few after-sale service functions, such as General Motors' OnStar with unlocking a car, slowing a stolen vehicle, and issuing vehicle “health reports” and basic trouble code descriptions. Now, other car makers are looking at a wider range of opportunities, although some pose challenges that first must be overcome—and not all are technical.
Hyundai may be the first company to use the telematics modem in its Blue Link system to begin the monitoring process from the instant the car comes off the assembly line and continue it until a customer has taken delivery. And even from that point, if the customer approves, there is the call center report on trouble codes, even a related data transmission to a cloud server for analysis, plus the stolen car slowdown for police pursuit.
The Hyundai system already has yielded results, and the company does see a number of appealing ways to move ahead, explained Erwin Raphael, Director of Product Quality and Service Engineering.
Customer privacy is an issue, and Nissan’s original attempts to monitor the Leaf in operation led to public objections that resulted in deactivation of the extensive vehicle monitoring system. So today, only if a Leaf customer signs an okay, will operational data even be collected, and then it goes only into an aggregating server to spot service issue trends, but without specific vehicle ID. However, Hyundai also has a server with aggregating software but saw some additional opportunities. It has identified where it wants to go in its next-generation system and is working to get around some present limits.
Early warning provided
When a car comes off a Hyundai assembly line, the modem is on, so if a failure has occurred that was not identified in the end-of-line (EOL) diagnostic check, or was triggered during transportation of the vehicle or while it’s in the dealer lot, the notice goes into Hyundai’s aggregating cloud server. This is one of the early-warning systems that Hyundai has put in place to further improve quality, explained Raphael.
As an example, the tire pressure monitoring system on the new Santa Fe was being set for too high a sensitivity, so each car coming off the line would trigger trouble codes for the pressures in all four tires. Although the information went through the aggregating cloud server, the trouble codes tied to a specific car line meant Hyundai was able to realize that something was wrong at the assembly plant and quickly execute a fix.
All new cars go through a Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) at the car dealer, but the cloud system also offers the opportunity to perform an electronic PDI (E-PDI), and that is in Hyundai’s plans.
The limitation of the currently possible data collection and transmission system, which is based on OBD II (on-board diagnostics), is that it requires a diagnostic trouble code to generate a message from the modem to the cloud server. However, many codes are accompanied by a “freeze frame” display of sensor readings, called PIDs (Parameter IDs), which can be helpful.
For increased effectiveness, vehicles would have to be started and running for some of the E-PDI tests. That’s feasible because start-and-run often follows E-O-L, driving vehicles on and off the trailers that deliver car to dealers, and for in-dealer operations. Inasmuch as a car still is owned by the vehicle manufacturer prior to delivery, privacy factors have not yet come into the picture. Assuming a dealer did not object, the monitoring could continue until the vehicle was sold, so demonstrators also could be covered, providing another source of vehicle quality information.
At the beginning, a cloud-based E-PDI would probably be used to alert dealers to any issues detected, but as it becomes more robust, it could supplant that aspect of the pre-delivery process.
One useful post-delivery service opportunity would appear to be continuous monitoring of a vehicle with an intermittent problem. It can be done, but to be really useful would require continuous sensor data transmission, rather than just a trouble code and a single “freeze frame” of sensor data. There already are available “flight recorders” easily installed to provide continuous monitoring and record data, so this feature is lower priority.
Reflashing issues
One seemingly sure opportunity for the cloud connection would be for software updates—reflashing vehicle computers to the latest level of software, particularly to correct driveability and safety issues where possible. It’s probably on every carmaker’s “wish list” because it could save money and ensure critical updates are made promptly.
However, Raphael pointed out, this is the toughest challenge, even if the legal concerns were overcome with releases and remote identification of a viable setting (such as engine warmed up, vehicle parked, etc.). Here the challenges raise both technical and denial-of-use issues, he said, including sizes of the files. Some reflashes are so long that an owner might have to dedicate hours, and although that’s possible with a personal computer, a motorist might become impatient.
Just for openers, the modem and cloud server would have to identify the software level in the car, a shop procedure typically performed with a factory scan tool. Also, reflashing typically requires specified, stabilized voltage to a minimum level, and if the voltage dropped, the reflash likely would fail.
It is possible for a smart charging system to provide that capability and even transmit the voltage data to the cloud server. But to maintain the voltage through an entire reflash, the file size would have to be very small. So some reflashes still would have to go to the car dealer, even if not all.
The system would have to be designed for recovery in cases where a file didn’t load properly or if the motorist had to abort it for a driving emergency. And even if it seemed to go well, there would have to be an absolutely positive verification algorithm, Raphael pointed out. “The current system does not perform reflashes and is not designed to,” he noted.
Here again, the first applications of remote reflashing would likely be done when a car is in the dealer shop for other service. During this period, one of the special battery chargers used to maintain required voltage for reflashing could be connected, and the success of the update could easily be verified. However, verification often is done by a shop scan tool, so a cloud-to-modem equivalent is well within current technology.
Can the cloud play an important role in the detection and correction of quality and service issues from the instant a car leaves the assembly line and thereafter?
The onboard telematics systems, which are tied into the data buses that monitor and control all key systems on a car, may have more than just a cell phone chip to call a help center for road service. They also may include a modem through which the vehicle communicates with cloud servers.
In addition to infotainment and navigation, telematics already has been providing opportunities for monitoring the condition of a vehicle. But it’s been limited to just a few after-sale service functions, such as General Motors' OnStar with unlocking a car, slowing a stolen vehicle, and issuing vehicle “health reports” and basic trouble code descriptions. Now, other car makers are looking at a wider range of opportunities, although some pose challenges that first must be overcome—and not all are technical.
Hyundai may be the first company to use the telematics modem in its Blue Link system to begin the monitoring process from the instant the car comes off the assembly line and continue it until a customer has taken delivery. And even from that point, if the customer approves, there is the call center report on trouble codes, even a related data transmission to a cloud server for analysis, plus the stolen car slowdown for police pursuit.
The Hyundai system already has yielded results, and the company does see a number of appealing ways to move ahead, explained Erwin Raphael, Director of Product Quality and Service Engineering.
Customer privacy is an issue, and Nissan’s original attempts to monitor the Leaf in operation led to public objections that resulted in deactivation of the extensive vehicle monitoring system. So today, only if a Leaf customer signs an okay, will operational data even be collected, and then it goes only into an aggregating server to spot service issue trends, but without specific vehicle ID. However, Hyundai also has a server with aggregating software but saw some additional opportunities. It has identified where it wants to go in its next-generation system and is working to get around some present limits.
Early warning provided
When a car comes off a Hyundai assembly line, the modem is on, so if a failure has occurred that was not identified in the end-of-line (EOL) diagnostic check, or was triggered during transportation of the vehicle or while it’s in the dealer lot, the notice goes into Hyundai’s aggregating cloud server. This is one of the early-warning systems that Hyundai has put in place to further improve quality, explained Raphael.
As an example, the tire pressure monitoring system on the new Santa Fe was being set for too high a sensitivity, so each car coming off the line would trigger trouble codes for the pressures in all four tires. Although the information went through the aggregating cloud server, the trouble codes tied to a specific car line meant Hyundai was able to realize that something was wrong at the assembly plant and quickly execute a fix.
All new cars go through a Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) at the car dealer, but the cloud system also offers the opportunity to perform an electronic PDI (E-PDI), and that is in Hyundai’s plans.
The limitation of the currently possible data collection and transmission system, which is based on OBD II (on-board diagnostics), is that it requires a diagnostic trouble code to generate a message from the modem to the cloud server. However, many codes are accompanied by a “freeze frame” display of sensor readings, called PIDs (Parameter IDs), which can be helpful.
For increased effectiveness, vehicles would have to be started and running for some of the E-PDI tests. That’s feasible because start-and-run often follows E-O-L, driving vehicles on and off the trailers that deliver car to dealers, and for in-dealer operations. Inasmuch as a car still is owned by the vehicle manufacturer prior to delivery, privacy factors have not yet come into the picture. Assuming a dealer did not object, the monitoring could continue until the vehicle was sold, so demonstrators also could be covered, providing another source of vehicle quality information.
At the beginning, a cloud-based E-PDI would probably be used to alert dealers to any issues detected, but as it becomes more robust, it could supplant that aspect of the pre-delivery process.
One useful post-delivery service opportunity would appear to be continuous monitoring of a vehicle with an intermittent problem. It can be done, but to be really useful would require continuous sensor data transmission, rather than just a trouble code and a single “freeze frame” of sensor data. There already are available “flight recorders” easily installed to provide continuous monitoring and record data, so this feature is lower priority.
Reflashing issues
One seemingly sure opportunity for the cloud connection would be for software updates—reflashing vehicle computers to the latest level of software, particularly to correct driveability and safety issues where possible. It’s probably on every carmaker’s “wish list” because it could save money and ensure critical updates are made promptly.
However, Raphael pointed out, this is the toughest challenge, even if the legal concerns were overcome with releases and remote identification of a viable setting (such as engine warmed up, vehicle parked, etc.). Here the challenges raise both technical and denial-of-use issues, he said, including sizes of the files. Some reflashes are so long that an owner might have to dedicate hours, and although that’s possible with a personal computer, a motorist might become impatient.
Just for openers, the modem and cloud server would have to identify the software level in the car, a shop procedure typically performed with a factory scan tool. Also, reflashing typically requires specified, stabilized voltage to a minimum level, and if the voltage dropped, the reflash likely would fail.
It is possible for a smart charging system to provide that capability and even transmit the voltage data to the cloud server. But to maintain the voltage through an entire reflash, the file size would have to be very small. So some reflashes still would have to go to the car dealer, even if not all.
The system would have to be designed for recovery in cases where a file didn’t load properly or if the motorist had to abort it for a driving emergency. And even if it seemed to go well, there would have to be an absolutely positive verification algorithm, Raphael pointed out. “The current system does not perform reflashes and is not designed to,” he noted.
Here again, the first applications of remote reflashing would likely be done when a car is in the dealer shop for other service. During this period, one of the special battery chargers used to maintain required voltage for reflashing could be connected, and the success of the update could easily be verified. However, verification often is done by a shop scan tool, so a cloud-to-modem equivalent is well within current technology.
11-27-2017, 06:49 PM
#128
Race Director
http://www.autonews.com/article/2017...rossover-spied
Hyundai's upcoming fuel cell crossover has been spotted virtually bare just months ahead of its formal production debut in early 2018.
Spy photographers recently captured the FCEV on public roads, revealing the crossover's styling cues are largely carried over from the concept that debuted in August.
The FCEV will replace the Tucson fuel cell vehicle in the U.S. market. It's built on an all-new, purpose-built platform for its hydrogen fuel-cell architecture and it is targeting a range of between 310 and 360 miles on a single tank. Horsepower is estimated to be around 160.
The production FCEV will be formally introduced at the CES technology expo in Las Vegas in early 2018; it's due to go on sale in the U.S. later in the year.
This dedicated hydrogen crossover will be just one of eight new or redesigned crossovers Hyundai has planned for the U.S. by 2020. Other models include the new Kona subcompact crossover and an all-electric Kona, a yet-to-be announced A-segment model slotted below the Kona and a larger, eight-passenger model to replace the current Santa Fe.
Hyundai's upcoming fuel cell crossover has been spotted virtually bare just months ahead of its formal production debut in early 2018.
Spy photographers recently captured the FCEV on public roads, revealing the crossover's styling cues are largely carried over from the concept that debuted in August.
The FCEV will replace the Tucson fuel cell vehicle in the U.S. market. It's built on an all-new, purpose-built platform for its hydrogen fuel-cell architecture and it is targeting a range of between 310 and 360 miles on a single tank. Horsepower is estimated to be around 160.
The production FCEV will be formally introduced at the CES technology expo in Las Vegas in early 2018; it's due to go on sale in the U.S. later in the year.
This dedicated hydrogen crossover will be just one of eight new or redesigned crossovers Hyundai has planned for the U.S. by 2020. Other models include the new Kona subcompact crossover and an all-electric Kona, a yet-to-be announced A-segment model slotted below the Kona and a larger, eight-passenger model to replace the current Santa Fe.
06-01-2018, 10:12 AM
#129
Moderator
https://www.topgear.com/car-news/hyu...own-sports-car
Thought Hyundai’s N division was only hot hatches? Think again
Hyundai’s N division is currently two cars old, having made the i30N and Veloster N. Both are hatchbacks with 2.0-litre turbo engines, and their oily bits are identical. But we can expect more diverse products in the future.
So says Albert Biermann (pictured), boss of Hyundai’s performance car offshoot, and with decades of service at BMW’s phonetically similar M division on his CV.
“My degree of freedom here is much bigger than at BMW,” he tells us. “Now M badges go everywhere in the BMW range, but when I was there I had to fight like crazy for every car. Here I am more than welcome to do whatever I think we need to do.”
Could that mean a bespoke car, rather than a mainstream Hyundai with more performance? “Yeah, we have been working on this. Like the Racing Midship, which we’ve done three versions of. We are still working on these cars, trying different things. Maybe someday we will have such a car. There is no decision yet, but it could happen.”
The Racing Midship was a Veloster made mid-engined, a layout not only new to Hyundai, but pretty alien to BMW, too. Biermann’s not scared of trying something fresh, though, a front-wheel-drive hot hatch like the i30N contrasting heavily to the rest of his back catalogue. “It always comes back to the philosophy of the car, and there is no big change for me coming from rear- to front-wheel drive. Of course, the i30N doesn’t have tons of power, but the way we develop this car is clearly following the high performance spirit.”
A sports car halo is a little while off, though. “We are just starting,” says Biermann. “Our sales network is not used to performance cars, and we need to take a little time. Spreading out too many cars too fast is not the right thing. If we started with a bespoke car in the first place, people would have no idea what to do with such a car.”
So what’s next? A saloon-like i30N Fastback has been spied testing at the Nürburgring, and is likely to be the third N-badged car, while a venture into performance SUVs is almost inevitable. “Any of our cars is strong enough to make it into an N,” says Biermann, who also suggests an EV is possible.
It’s worth pointing out his team also works across Kia and Genesis products, so some N fettling (though not N badging) could make it across those, too. The Kia Stinger and Genesis G70 are already taking on lower-rung BMWs, so it seems fair to suggest some proper performance tuning could push them right into conflict with Biermann’s old employer, surely…
“You cannot compare Hyundai performance cars to those from brands like Mercedes or BMW… yet,” says Thomas Schemera, who has just joined Biermann to run N division, the pair having worked at M division together for nearly a decade.
Should we see Hyundai as a rival to them eventually? “Yeah. We are not on the way to copy and paste, we are finding our own way. We don’t try to copy AMG, BMW or Porsche. Maybe in the future we have a brilliant idea to compete with them in one or two segments. Maybe in three or four years the strategy will change and we will compete with the big boys. Anything is possible. You won’t believe what we are capable of.”
Excited?
Hyundai’s N division is currently two cars old, having made the i30N and Veloster N. Both are hatchbacks with 2.0-litre turbo engines, and their oily bits are identical. But we can expect more diverse products in the future.
So says Albert Biermann (pictured), boss of Hyundai’s performance car offshoot, and with decades of service at BMW’s phonetically similar M division on his CV.
“My degree of freedom here is much bigger than at BMW,” he tells us. “Now M badges go everywhere in the BMW range, but when I was there I had to fight like crazy for every car. Here I am more than welcome to do whatever I think we need to do.”
Could that mean a bespoke car, rather than a mainstream Hyundai with more performance? “Yeah, we have been working on this. Like the Racing Midship, which we’ve done three versions of. We are still working on these cars, trying different things. Maybe someday we will have such a car. There is no decision yet, but it could happen.”
The Racing Midship was a Veloster made mid-engined, a layout not only new to Hyundai, but pretty alien to BMW, too. Biermann’s not scared of trying something fresh, though, a front-wheel-drive hot hatch like the i30N contrasting heavily to the rest of his back catalogue. “It always comes back to the philosophy of the car, and there is no big change for me coming from rear- to front-wheel drive. Of course, the i30N doesn’t have tons of power, but the way we develop this car is clearly following the high performance spirit.”
A sports car halo is a little while off, though. “We are just starting,” says Biermann. “Our sales network is not used to performance cars, and we need to take a little time. Spreading out too many cars too fast is not the right thing. If we started with a bespoke car in the first place, people would have no idea what to do with such a car.”
So what’s next? A saloon-like i30N Fastback has been spied testing at the Nürburgring, and is likely to be the third N-badged car, while a venture into performance SUVs is almost inevitable. “Any of our cars is strong enough to make it into an N,” says Biermann, who also suggests an EV is possible.
It’s worth pointing out his team also works across Kia and Genesis products, so some N fettling (though not N badging) could make it across those, too. The Kia Stinger and Genesis G70 are already taking on lower-rung BMWs, so it seems fair to suggest some proper performance tuning could push them right into conflict with Biermann’s old employer, surely…
“You cannot compare Hyundai performance cars to those from brands like Mercedes or BMW… yet,” says Thomas Schemera, who has just joined Biermann to run N division, the pair having worked at M division together for nearly a decade.
Should we see Hyundai as a rival to them eventually? “Yeah. We are not on the way to copy and paste, we are finding our own way. We don’t try to copy AMG, BMW or Porsche. Maybe in the future we have a brilliant idea to compete with them in one or two segments. Maybe in three or four years the strategy will change and we will compete with the big boys. Anything is possible. You won’t believe what we are capable of.”
Excited?
09-24-2018, 04:11 PM
#130
Moderator
https://www.autoblog.com/2018/09/24/...engines-grant/
Hyundai said Monday it has won a grant worth $4.95 million from the U.S. Department of Energy to support research and development for an advanced, mixed-mode gasoline spark-compression engine, meaning the Korean automaker appears to be back at it in its quest to develop a fuel-efficient, low-emissions gasoline compression engine that can catch the likes of Mazda's Skyactiv-X.
Hyundai says the three-year grant will leverage existing work with advanced valve train and previous DOE-funded technologies. Hyundai previously was working on its own HCCI — short for homogeneous charge compression ignition — project, developing a Gasoline Direct-Injection Compression engine with help from Delphi that used supercharging and turbocharging, a high compression ratio and fully variable valve train. But it has never come to fruition, reportedly due in large part to added costs.
Hyundai in December said it plans to release 38 environmentally friendly vehicles along with its affiliate Kia, and using a variety of technologies, by 2025. Hyundai alone will account for 18 of them. The aim is to use the spark-compression engines for conventional gasoline-powered vehicles, plug-in hybrids and mild hybrids.
"The opportunity to explore mixed-mode engine technology through the DOE's grant signifies Hyundai's commitment to advanced research technology and compression engines," John Juriga, director of powertrain technologies at Hyundai America's Technical Center near Ann Arbor, Mich., said in a statement. "The co-operative research project along with Michigan Technological University and Phillips 66 signifies the importance in developing fuel and engine innovations that work together for optimal vehicle performance and leading fuel economy ratings."
Mazda's Skyactiv-X compression-ignition engine uses Spark Controlled Compression Ignition to achieve diesel-like gains in fuel economy — about 20 to 30 percent higher than its current gasoline engines — and lower emissions from regular gasoline. It's said to debut in late 2019.
Hyundai returns to spark-compression engines with $5 million grant
It's part of plans to release 38 eco-friendly vehicles with Kia by 2025
Hyundai said Monday it has won a grant worth $4.95 million from the U.S. Department of Energy to support research and development for an advanced, mixed-mode gasoline spark-compression engine, meaning the Korean automaker appears to be back at it in its quest to develop a fuel-efficient, low-emissions gasoline compression engine that can catch the likes of Mazda's Skyactiv-X.
Hyundai says the three-year grant will leverage existing work with advanced valve train and previous DOE-funded technologies. Hyundai previously was working on its own HCCI — short for homogeneous charge compression ignition — project, developing a Gasoline Direct-Injection Compression engine with help from Delphi that used supercharging and turbocharging, a high compression ratio and fully variable valve train. But it has never come to fruition, reportedly due in large part to added costs.
Hyundai in December said it plans to release 38 environmentally friendly vehicles along with its affiliate Kia, and using a variety of technologies, by 2025. Hyundai alone will account for 18 of them. The aim is to use the spark-compression engines for conventional gasoline-powered vehicles, plug-in hybrids and mild hybrids.
"The opportunity to explore mixed-mode engine technology through the DOE's grant signifies Hyundai's commitment to advanced research technology and compression engines," John Juriga, director of powertrain technologies at Hyundai America's Technical Center near Ann Arbor, Mich., said in a statement. "The co-operative research project along with Michigan Technological University and Phillips 66 signifies the importance in developing fuel and engine innovations that work together for optimal vehicle performance and leading fuel economy ratings."
Mazda's Skyactiv-X compression-ignition engine uses Spark Controlled Compression Ignition to achieve diesel-like gains in fuel economy — about 20 to 30 percent higher than its current gasoline engines — and lower emissions from regular gasoline. It's said to debut in late 2019.
09-25-2018, 11:30 AM
#132
Moderator
Agreed, especially since they're so much (appear to be) along in the process & have already put a few prototypes on the road.
12-27-2018, 11:29 AM
#133
Race Director
Car keys have been on their way out for a while. First, the ignition key itself gave way to start buttons (making a comeback decades after their introduction, but this time with wireless key signals). Keypads for opening doors have been around for a while as well, but never quite caught on, as Ford found out.
The next step, if industry trends win out, will see key fobs disappear altogether in favor of biometrics, specifically fingerprint access.
While fingerprint access has been around on phones and other devices for some time, Hyundai will reportedly place this technology into cars starting in 2019, the Korea Herald reports. But not in all markets -- just in China, for now.
Hyundai reportedly demonstrated a fingerprint identification system built into door handles and vehicle start buttons in a 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe last month. But the system does not rely on the fingerprints alone. Rather, the built-in sensor measures electricity levels in different parts of a finger to identify the owner. This gets past the problem of faked fingerprints, and once multiple drivers are registered with a given vehicle this system can tailor individual seat settings to each driver.
While such fingerprint scanning tech can eventually be coupled with various features, such as geofencing and speed limiters for teen drivers in addition to seat position preferences, there are other potential uses that are a little less pleasant. For instance, in a leased vehicle a bank could shut down your access to your vehicle if you miss a payment. So there's that unwholesome scenario.
If you're wondering why some automakers are leaning in this direction, aside from the gee-whiz aspect during a dealership demo and eliminating the problem of losing one's keys, there's also the aim of theft prevention, as car thieves have been able to record and then play back key fob signals to unlock and start cars.
We're likely to see a few variations of biometric tech make its way into cars in the next decade, including facial recognition that debuted in smartphones not too long ago (with mixed success), before everything once again returns to a metal key that you have to twist and turn.
Read more: https://autoweek.com/article/technol...#ixzz5auGChr3d
The next step, if industry trends win out, will see key fobs disappear altogether in favor of biometrics, specifically fingerprint access.
While fingerprint access has been around on phones and other devices for some time, Hyundai will reportedly place this technology into cars starting in 2019, the Korea Herald reports. But not in all markets -- just in China, for now.
Hyundai reportedly demonstrated a fingerprint identification system built into door handles and vehicle start buttons in a 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe last month. But the system does not rely on the fingerprints alone. Rather, the built-in sensor measures electricity levels in different parts of a finger to identify the owner. This gets past the problem of faked fingerprints, and once multiple drivers are registered with a given vehicle this system can tailor individual seat settings to each driver.
While such fingerprint scanning tech can eventually be coupled with various features, such as geofencing and speed limiters for teen drivers in addition to seat position preferences, there are other potential uses that are a little less pleasant. For instance, in a leased vehicle a bank could shut down your access to your vehicle if you miss a payment. So there's that unwholesome scenario.
If you're wondering why some automakers are leaning in this direction, aside from the gee-whiz aspect during a dealership demo and eliminating the problem of losing one's keys, there's also the aim of theft prevention, as car thieves have been able to record and then play back key fob signals to unlock and start cars.
We're likely to see a few variations of biometric tech make its way into cars in the next decade, including facial recognition that debuted in smartphones not too long ago (with mixed success), before everything once again returns to a metal key that you have to twist and turn.
Read more: https://autoweek.com/article/technol...#ixzz5auGChr3d
12-27-2018, 12:19 PM
#134
Moderator
So, forget about valet parking, or vehicle service (outside of the dealership, which would assuredly have an override).
12-28-2018, 03:48 PM
#136
That's going to make car rentals a PITA. Many rental vehicles are Hyundais / Kias. Having to erase and re-program each vehicle for every renter or car rental employee (not to mention different rental locations) each time a rental vehicle comes in.... No thanks.
12-31-2018, 09:09 AM
#137
Moderator
Some assumption would be that this would be a feature on higher trim levels & maybe not present on base/mid trims. Or, fleet (rental) vehicles could have it omitted.
01-02-2019, 09:43 AM
#138
Ex-OEM King
There's always a backup. Even with the push to start keys now, there's a backup.
01-02-2019, 02:14 PM
#139
Moderator
True, whether that's pushing the start button with the key, or something like the Mercedes, where you just pop out the start button & it's a keyhole that the remote goes in.
01-02-2019, 02:56 PM
#140
Every time I have to turn the key manually in a car I feel like a peasant. I wholeheartedly welcome biometric access methods. As long as they're implemented properly, and continually improved, they could be miles ahead of transponder keys. May be a mild pain to set up initially, but more secure ultimately.
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04-11-2019, 04:15 PM
#141
Moderator
https://www.thedrive.com/news/27360/...-models-report
Tyrone Johnson, formerly the vehicle engineering manager for Ford Performance, has reportedly taken a job with Hyundai-Kia. Johnson was the lead man for developing the beloved Ford Focus RS, and now, it seems as if Hyundai may be putting him to work on a go-fast megastar of its own.
According to Autocar, Johnson has assumed the position of Head of Vehicle Integration, filling a hole left by Albert Biermann when he ascended to a lead role in Hyundai's research and development wing.
Biermann formerly headed BMW's sporting "M" division and has been instrumental in Hyundai's campaign to increase its sporting credibility with car enthusiasts. He helped kickstart Hyundai's "N" performance sub-brand with the well-received Veloster N, i30 N, and soon, a possible 340-horsepower Tucson N. Biermann also influenced the Kia Stinger GT as well as the most approachable model of Hyundai's premium marque Genesis, the G70.
As Biermann's successor, Johnson will have big shoes to fill, but his portfolio from Ford Performance makes him look capable of the job. Where and when his influence will be first seen isn't certain, though it's likely that Johnson will at least in some way be involved in Hyundai's halo car project, whose existence was confirmed in 2018 by the company's Executive Vice President of High Performance Vehicles, Thomas Schemera. Schemera has described the model as an "exotic" vehicle that will be "in the super sports segment," meaning it'll be a supercar. He pointed to a mid-engined Hyundai concept car called the RM16 N as an example of what Hyundai could do, so it's reasonable to expect whatever's in the works to be a two-seater supercar.
According to Autocar, Johnson has assumed the position of Head of Vehicle Integration, filling a hole left by Albert Biermann when he ascended to a lead role in Hyundai's research and development wing.
Biermann formerly headed BMW's sporting "M" division and has been instrumental in Hyundai's campaign to increase its sporting credibility with car enthusiasts. He helped kickstart Hyundai's "N" performance sub-brand with the well-received Veloster N, i30 N, and soon, a possible 340-horsepower Tucson N. Biermann also influenced the Kia Stinger GT as well as the most approachable model of Hyundai's premium marque Genesis, the G70.
07-09-2019, 08:52 AM
#142
Moderator
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/artic...ted-u-s-pickup
Hyundai Motor Co. expects to enter the U.S. pickup market soon with what’s likely to be an American-made vehicle aimed at luring buyers who aren’t traditional truck owners, an executive said Monday.
“It’ll be a very versatile vehicle,” Michael O’Brien, vice president of product, corporate and digital planning for Hyundai’s U.S. unit, said in an interview. “That has the promise of creating a whole new class of buyers.”
The South Korean automaker won’t say when it will roll out a pickup or provide details on its specifications. But Hyundai first provided clues of what it will look like 4 1/2 years ago, when it debuted a truck concept called Santa Cruz at the Detroit auto show. The snug five-seater was a crossover-type vehicle featuring a 2-liter turbo diesel engine and a tailgate with a sliding extension. The model will target city-dwelling millennials who can’t fit full-size pickups in tighter parking spots.
Hyundai would need to manufacture the truck in North America to avoid the 25% tariff on imported trucks. O’Brien strongly suggested the company will opt to produce the new pickup in the U.S. -- where the majority of the vehicles will be sold -- to avoid political controversy.
“It’ll be a very versatile vehicle,” Michael O’Brien, vice president of product, corporate and digital planning for Hyundai’s U.S. unit, said in an interview. “That has the promise of creating a whole new class of buyers.”
The South Korean automaker won’t say when it will roll out a pickup or provide details on its specifications. But Hyundai first provided clues of what it will look like 4 1/2 years ago, when it debuted a truck concept called Santa Cruz at the Detroit auto show. The snug five-seater was a crossover-type vehicle featuring a 2-liter turbo diesel engine and a tailgate with a sliding extension. The model will target city-dwelling millennials who can’t fit full-size pickups in tighter parking spots.
Hyundai would need to manufacture the truck in North America to avoid the 25% tariff on imported trucks. O’Brien strongly suggested the company will opt to produce the new pickup in the U.S. -- where the majority of the vehicles will be sold -- to avoid political controversy.
09-24-2019, 02:49 PM
#143
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-rele...300923058.html
https://techcrunch.com/2019/09/23/ap...nomous-driving
Aptiv and Hyundai Motor Group to Form Autonomous Driving Joint Venture
- Joint venture advances the development of production-ready autonomous driving systems for commercialization of Level 4 and 5 self-driving technologies- Autonomous driving platform will be available for robotaxi providers, fleet operators, and automotive manufacturers in 2022- Partnership reinforces Aptiv and Hyundai Motor Group's shared vision of making mobility more safe, green, connected, and accessible- Aptiv and Hyundai Motor Group's combined contributions total USD 4 billion, with each owning 50 percent stake in the joint venture
- Joint venture advances the development of production-ready autonomous driving systems for commercialization of Level 4 and 5 self-driving technologies- Autonomous driving platform will be available for robotaxi providers, fleet operators, and automotive manufacturers in 2022- Partnership reinforces Aptiv and Hyundai Motor Group's shared vision of making mobility more safe, green, connected, and accessible- Aptiv and Hyundai Motor Group's combined contributions total USD 4 billion, with each owning 50 percent stake in the joint venture
https://techcrunch.com/2019/09/23/ap...nomous-driving
Aptiv and Hyundai form new joint venture focused on autonomous driving
September 23, 2019
Automaker Hyundai is forming a new joint venture with autonomous driving technology company Aptiv, with both parties taking a 50% ownership stake in the new company. The goal of the new venture will be to develop Level 4 and Level 5 production-ready self-driving systems intended for commercialization, with the goal of making those available to robotaxi and fleet operators, as well as other auto makers, by 2022.
The combined investment in the joint venture from both companies will total $4 billion in aggregate value (including the value of combined engineering services, R&D and IP) initially, according to Aptiv and Hyundai, and testing for their fully autonomous systems will begin in 2020 in pursuit of that 2022 commercialization target.
In terms of what each is bringing to the table, Aptiv will be delivering its autonomous driving tech, which it has been developing for many years — originally as part of global automotive industry supplier Delphi — as well as 700 employees working on AV tech. Hyundai Motor Group will provide a combined $1.6 billion in cash from across its subrands, vehicle engineering, R&D and access to its IP.
Heading up the new joint venture will be Karl Iagnemma, the president of Aptiv’s Autonomous Mobility group, and it’ll be headquartered in Boston and supported by additional technology centers in multiple locations in the U.S. and Asia.
Both companies have been demonstrating autonomous vehicle technologies for multiple years now, and Aptiv has been working with Lyft in Las Vegas on a public trial of autonomous robotaxi services since debuting the capabilities at CES in 2018. Aptiv’s Vegas pilot uses BMW 5 Series cars for its autonomous pickup fleet.
This joint venture should help them with bringing the technology to market with the scale of a global automaker, while Hyundai gains by being able to shore up its own work in self-driving with a partner that has invested in developing these solutions as a primary concern over many years.
September 23, 2019
Automaker Hyundai is forming a new joint venture with autonomous driving technology company Aptiv, with both parties taking a 50% ownership stake in the new company. The goal of the new venture will be to develop Level 4 and Level 5 production-ready self-driving systems intended for commercialization, with the goal of making those available to robotaxi and fleet operators, as well as other auto makers, by 2022.
The combined investment in the joint venture from both companies will total $4 billion in aggregate value (including the value of combined engineering services, R&D and IP) initially, according to Aptiv and Hyundai, and testing for their fully autonomous systems will begin in 2020 in pursuit of that 2022 commercialization target.
In terms of what each is bringing to the table, Aptiv will be delivering its autonomous driving tech, which it has been developing for many years — originally as part of global automotive industry supplier Delphi — as well as 700 employees working on AV tech. Hyundai Motor Group will provide a combined $1.6 billion in cash from across its subrands, vehicle engineering, R&D and access to its IP.
Heading up the new joint venture will be Karl Iagnemma, the president of Aptiv’s Autonomous Mobility group, and it’ll be headquartered in Boston and supported by additional technology centers in multiple locations in the U.S. and Asia.
Both companies have been demonstrating autonomous vehicle technologies for multiple years now, and Aptiv has been working with Lyft in Las Vegas on a public trial of autonomous robotaxi services since debuting the capabilities at CES in 2018. Aptiv’s Vegas pilot uses BMW 5 Series cars for its autonomous pickup fleet.
This joint venture should help them with bringing the technology to market with the scale of a global automaker, while Hyundai gains by being able to shore up its own work in self-driving with a partner that has invested in developing these solutions as a primary concern over many years.
02-20-2020, 04:09 PM
#144
Moderator
https://www.autoblog.com/2020/02/20/...-transmission/
Hyundai and Kia have announced that the two have developed a new transmission control system that optimizes shift logic to both improve efficiency and reduce "gear hunting." The system utilizes real-time traffic data, built-in 3D navigation and the same sensors that feed the cars' advanced safety and driver assist tech to proactively choose the right gear — even neutral in some cases — to reduce both fuel consumption and wear-and-tear.
The Korean sister brands call it the "Information Communication Technology Connected Shift System," or "ICT" for short, and Hyundai says it delivers not just improved frugality, but a better all-around driving experience. ICT programming allows the transmission control unit to collect and interpret traffic, camera, sensor, navigation route, elevation and topographical data.
"Using all of these inputs, the TCU predicts the optimal shift scenario for real-time driving situations through an artificial intelligence algorithm and shifts the gears accordingly," the announcement said. "For example, when a relatively long slow down is expected and radar detects no speed irregularities with the car ahead, the transmission clutch temporarily switches to neutral mode to improve fuel efficiency."
While this sounds like a primarily green play, there are quality-of-life improvements too. For example, ICT can also optimize gear selection and shift points for safer highway merges, effectively implementing the equivalent of a "Sport Mode" driving profile when a little extra punch is called for.
Hyundai says the resulting decrease in shifts was significant; in some test scenarios, such as roads with lots of curves, the number of shifts executed by the transmission was reduced by almost half. As an added bonus, these vehicles also utilized their brakes less often (11%), which would reduce wear (and accompanying maintenance costs) over time.
ICT is somewhat future-proof, too, as it was developed to incorporate vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) data should such networks improve down the line.
The announcement did not say when the new tech would reach customers, committing only to introducing the technology "on future vehicles." If we're betting, the smart money says it will probably on a new Genesis model and trickle down from there.
The Korean sister brands call it the "Information Communication Technology Connected Shift System," or "ICT" for short, and Hyundai says it delivers not just improved frugality, but a better all-around driving experience. ICT programming allows the transmission control unit to collect and interpret traffic, camera, sensor, navigation route, elevation and topographical data.
"Using all of these inputs, the TCU predicts the optimal shift scenario for real-time driving situations through an artificial intelligence algorithm and shifts the gears accordingly," the announcement said. "For example, when a relatively long slow down is expected and radar detects no speed irregularities with the car ahead, the transmission clutch temporarily switches to neutral mode to improve fuel efficiency."
While this sounds like a primarily green play, there are quality-of-life improvements too. For example, ICT can also optimize gear selection and shift points for safer highway merges, effectively implementing the equivalent of a "Sport Mode" driving profile when a little extra punch is called for.
Hyundai says the resulting decrease in shifts was significant; in some test scenarios, such as roads with lots of curves, the number of shifts executed by the transmission was reduced by almost half. As an added bonus, these vehicles also utilized their brakes less often (11%), which would reduce wear (and accompanying maintenance costs) over time.
ICT is somewhat future-proof, too, as it was developed to incorporate vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) data should such networks improve down the line.
The announcement did not say when the new tech would reach customers, committing only to introducing the technology "on future vehicles." If we're betting, the smart money says it will probably on a new Genesis model and trickle down from there.
07-29-2020, 07:05 AM
#145
Moderator
https://www.autoblog.com/2020/07/28/...itioning-tech/
The air conditioning systems in Hyundai, Kia and Genesis vehicles are about to get a little better. Hyundai Motor Group just announced three new features it’s developed to improve the experience: after-blow, multi-air mode and a fine dust indicator.
We’ll begin with the fine dust indicator technology. Hyundai is able to measure the concentration and pollution level of ultrafine particles in the vehicle in real time. It then displays the data to those in the vehicle via the climate control panel in numbers and colors. Different colors (blue, green, orange and red) represent varying levels of pollution in the vehicle. If it reaches the orange range, an air-cleaning mode will automatically run to purify the air inside the car. This mode sets the fan between level 3 and 8, swaps to air recirculation mode and activates the air conditioning.
Next up is the multi-air mode tech. This sounds especially awesome for those inside the car. Hyundai is greatly increasing the number of vents that air conditioning can flow through in the vehicle. The diagram below shows exactly what’s going on here.
In addition to just the traditional air vents, Hyundai is adding more porous surfaces with tiny perforations that air can flow through. This allows for a greater dispersion of air into the cabin, reducing direct contact and softening the feel of the air on those inside. Hyundai has added even more multi-air slots on the driver and passenger seats in addition to the dash vents seen here, too. The total volume of air being blown out remains the same, but it’s no longer concentrated in very specific areas. Other than those times that you want hurricane-force winds of cold air blowing on your face in the summer, this setup looks far superior to just a few vents scattered about the dash.
The last piece of tech we’ll explain is the after-blow. Hyundai says the end goal here is to reduce mold growth in the air conditioning system, which if left untreated, could cause unpleasant odors in hot weather.
Here’s how Hyundai is fighting the mold: “After the engine is turned off and the condensate on the evaporator drains naturally for about 30 minutes, ‘After-Blow’ activates for 10 minutes to dry the evaporator and any condensate leftover in the air passage. The air-conditioning system automatically allows influx of outside air during this time to prevent humidity from building up.”
This tech uses a battery sensor to make sure it doesn’t work all day and drain your battery. It’ll also deactivate when the air conditioning system hasn’t been used in a while or it’s especially cold outside. One lesson to take home from this one: If your future Hyundai product randomly starts making noise 30 minutes after you shut it off, that’s perfectly normal. It’s working as designed.
Hyundai hasn’t detailed what vehicles will be getting these technologies (or when), but they'll be going on Korean market cars first, to be followed by vehicles worldwide at some undetermined date.
We’ll begin with the fine dust indicator technology. Hyundai is able to measure the concentration and pollution level of ultrafine particles in the vehicle in real time. It then displays the data to those in the vehicle via the climate control panel in numbers and colors. Different colors (blue, green, orange and red) represent varying levels of pollution in the vehicle. If it reaches the orange range, an air-cleaning mode will automatically run to purify the air inside the car. This mode sets the fan between level 3 and 8, swaps to air recirculation mode and activates the air conditioning.
Next up is the multi-air mode tech. This sounds especially awesome for those inside the car. Hyundai is greatly increasing the number of vents that air conditioning can flow through in the vehicle. The diagram below shows exactly what’s going on here.
In addition to just the traditional air vents, Hyundai is adding more porous surfaces with tiny perforations that air can flow through. This allows for a greater dispersion of air into the cabin, reducing direct contact and softening the feel of the air on those inside. Hyundai has added even more multi-air slots on the driver and passenger seats in addition to the dash vents seen here, too. The total volume of air being blown out remains the same, but it’s no longer concentrated in very specific areas. Other than those times that you want hurricane-force winds of cold air blowing on your face in the summer, this setup looks far superior to just a few vents scattered about the dash.
The last piece of tech we’ll explain is the after-blow. Hyundai says the end goal here is to reduce mold growth in the air conditioning system, which if left untreated, could cause unpleasant odors in hot weather.
Here’s how Hyundai is fighting the mold: “After the engine is turned off and the condensate on the evaporator drains naturally for about 30 minutes, ‘After-Blow’ activates for 10 minutes to dry the evaporator and any condensate leftover in the air passage. The air-conditioning system automatically allows influx of outside air during this time to prevent humidity from building up.”
This tech uses a battery sensor to make sure it doesn’t work all day and drain your battery. It’ll also deactivate when the air conditioning system hasn’t been used in a while or it’s especially cold outside. One lesson to take home from this one: If your future Hyundai product randomly starts making noise 30 minutes after you shut it off, that’s perfectly normal. It’s working as designed.
Hyundai hasn’t detailed what vehicles will be getting these technologies (or when), but they'll be going on Korean market cars first, to be followed by vehicles worldwide at some undetermined date.
08-09-2020, 08:54 PM
#146
Race Director
A new car brand has arrived, and it’s called Ioniq. Hyundai Motor Group is launching the new brand as another make in its portfolio that already includes Hyundai, Kia and Genesis. It’s technically IONIQ in all caps, but that’s the first and last time you’ll see us refer to it that way. The letters don’t serve as an acronym. The name is simply a word Hyundai used to first identify a development project that led to the creation of the Hyundai Ioniq model that is on sale today. That car comes in hybrid, PHEV and full electric versions.
Going forward, Ioniq in this context will refer to the standalone brand. Hyundai says the Ioniq brand will exclusively consist of battery electric cars. The press release says the creation of the brand is in response to “fast-growing market demand.” There are already three cars planned to appear under the Ioniq brand, too.
Over the next four years, Hyundai plans to launch the Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6 and Ioniq 7. The naming scheme is simple, but could take a minute to acclimate to. Odd-numbered models will always be crossovers or SUVs, and even numbered models will be sedans. The first one coming in 2021 is the Ioniq 5. Hyundai says it’s a mid-size crossover based on the Hyundai 45 concept. We’ve already seen this car in spy photos out testing, assuming it would be a Hyundai. Turns out, it’s going to be an Ioniq. Hyundai says it’s going to take inspiration from the past but combine it with cutting-edge parametric pixels for a modern twist. It looks like a slightly lifted hatchback from the spy photos, so we’re excited to see this one revealed for real.
The Ioniq 6 is possibly even more exciting. Hyundai says it’s based on the Prophecy Concept, which we already knew was going to see production. The Ioniq 6 will be revealed sometime in 2022. Lastly, there’s the Ioniq 7 that is teased here for the first time with a huge bumper-width front light (Rivian-like) and dramatic side lights. It’s described as “a large SUV,” and it will see an unveiling in 2024. There are reportedly additional models already planned to follow these three, but they’re even further out. Hyundai says that all Ioniq vehicles will be built around a theme of “timeless value,” meaning that they'll be inspired by past models but also act as a bridge to the future.
All of the Ioniq-branded cars will sit on Hyundai’s future E-GMP electric vehicle platform. Here’s what Hyundai has to say about it: “The EV-dedicated platform will allow Hyundai to reimagine the vehicle interior as a ‘smart living space’ with highly adjustable seats, wireless connectivity and unique features such as a glove box designed as drawers. The platform paradigm shift will extend into the user interfaces that will be simple, intuitive and ergonomically designed to help occupants feel at ease.”
It all feels very … future-y. That’s part of the point of creating the new brand, though. It’s a way for Hyundai to develop something that’s tangibly different than whatever electric Kias or electric Hyundais will be available in the future. Unfortunately, Hyundai doesn’t have any specs to share with us on the E-GMP platform yet. We’re told that it’ll support fast charging and “plentiful driving range” for the cars it’s used with, though.
In case you were wondering what the fate of the current Hyundai Ioniq is, it sounds like that model will carry on. Hyundai says it plans to differentiate the Ioniq model from the Ioniq brand by referring to the various versions of the model as the “Ioniq + Powertrain” as it does now (e.g. Ioniq Hybrid, Ioniq Plug-In, Ioniq Electric).
Even in a pandemic-ridden world, Hyundai has found a way to make a grand gesture for the launch of Ioniq. It has turned the famous London Eye into a giant “Q” using a fancy light up display (shown above). We just want to see the cars, so thankfully we’ll only have to wait until 2021 for the Ioniq 5.
Going forward, Ioniq in this context will refer to the standalone brand. Hyundai says the Ioniq brand will exclusively consist of battery electric cars. The press release says the creation of the brand is in response to “fast-growing market demand.” There are already three cars planned to appear under the Ioniq brand, too.
Over the next four years, Hyundai plans to launch the Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6 and Ioniq 7. The naming scheme is simple, but could take a minute to acclimate to. Odd-numbered models will always be crossovers or SUVs, and even numbered models will be sedans. The first one coming in 2021 is the Ioniq 5. Hyundai says it’s a mid-size crossover based on the Hyundai 45 concept. We’ve already seen this car in spy photos out testing, assuming it would be a Hyundai. Turns out, it’s going to be an Ioniq. Hyundai says it’s going to take inspiration from the past but combine it with cutting-edge parametric pixels for a modern twist. It looks like a slightly lifted hatchback from the spy photos, so we’re excited to see this one revealed for real.
The Ioniq 6 is possibly even more exciting. Hyundai says it’s based on the Prophecy Concept, which we already knew was going to see production. The Ioniq 6 will be revealed sometime in 2022. Lastly, there’s the Ioniq 7 that is teased here for the first time with a huge bumper-width front light (Rivian-like) and dramatic side lights. It’s described as “a large SUV,” and it will see an unveiling in 2024. There are reportedly additional models already planned to follow these three, but they’re even further out. Hyundai says that all Ioniq vehicles will be built around a theme of “timeless value,” meaning that they'll be inspired by past models but also act as a bridge to the future.
All of the Ioniq-branded cars will sit on Hyundai’s future E-GMP electric vehicle platform. Here’s what Hyundai has to say about it: “The EV-dedicated platform will allow Hyundai to reimagine the vehicle interior as a ‘smart living space’ with highly adjustable seats, wireless connectivity and unique features such as a glove box designed as drawers. The platform paradigm shift will extend into the user interfaces that will be simple, intuitive and ergonomically designed to help occupants feel at ease.”
It all feels very … future-y. That’s part of the point of creating the new brand, though. It’s a way for Hyundai to develop something that’s tangibly different than whatever electric Kias or electric Hyundais will be available in the future. Unfortunately, Hyundai doesn’t have any specs to share with us on the E-GMP platform yet. We’re told that it’ll support fast charging and “plentiful driving range” for the cars it’s used with, though.
In case you were wondering what the fate of the current Hyundai Ioniq is, it sounds like that model will carry on. Hyundai says it plans to differentiate the Ioniq model from the Ioniq brand by referring to the various versions of the model as the “Ioniq + Powertrain” as it does now (e.g. Ioniq Hybrid, Ioniq Plug-In, Ioniq Electric).
Even in a pandemic-ridden world, Hyundai has found a way to make a grand gesture for the launch of Ioniq. It has turned the famous London Eye into a giant “Q” using a fancy light up display (shown above). We just want to see the cars, so thankfully we’ll only have to wait until 2021 for the Ioniq 5.
08-10-2020, 07:24 AM
#147
Moderator
So they're doing a 2nd round of the Genesis model? Have a Hyundai badged car, then spin it off into it's own brand?
08-10-2020, 02:42 PM
#148
Not quite, just a sub-brand for now and not a totally separate brand.
Has already paid dividends as shares finish up nearly 10.5%.
Has already paid dividends as shares finish up nearly 10.5%.
10-07-2020, 06:58 AM
#149
Race Director
Back in July, we reported that Hyundai had shipped the first of its Xcient Fuel Cell semi trucks to Switzerland. Today, Hyundai has delivered the first shipment, and has revealed more details about the hydrogen-powered trucks and the Xcient program.
Seven units have arrived at customers’ fleets in Switzerland, with a total of 50 to reach Europe by the end of the year, and 1,600 trucks by 2025. “Today’s delivery is just a beginning as it opens endless possibilities for clean mobility. With successful delivery of the first Xcient Fuel Cell trucks, we proudly announce our plan to expand beyond Europe to North America and China where we are already making great progress,” said Cheol Lee, Hyundai executive vice president and head of the Commercial Vehicle Division .
While the Xcients delivered to Europe were 4x2 day cab semis, North America will also get 6x4 tractors, as it plans to deploy 12,000 fuel cell trucks in the U.S. by 2030. Hyundai aims even higher for China, with three fuel cell trucks to be made available in the years to come. It plans a medium-duty truck in 2022, as well as two other heavy-duty trucks to follow in an unspecified time period. Hyundai says it targets 27,000 units in China by 2030.
To support its global demand. Hyundai aims to reach a production capacity of 2,000 units per year by next year. It will invest an additional $1.3 billion beyond its previously stated $6.4 billion to establish “a hydrogen ecosystem to support creation of a hydrogen society.”
The Xcient trucks delivered to Europe are powered by two 95-kilowatt fuel cell stacks borrowed from the Hyundai Nexo, as well as a 73.2-kWh battery pack, supplying energy to a 350-kW electric motor. They have a maximum gross combination weight of 36,000 kilograms (about 80,000 pounds) as pull-cargo tractors, and a maximum gross vehicle weight of 19,000 kg (42,000 lbs.) as a rigid truck.
Seven units have arrived at customers’ fleets in Switzerland, with a total of 50 to reach Europe by the end of the year, and 1,600 trucks by 2025. “Today’s delivery is just a beginning as it opens endless possibilities for clean mobility. With successful delivery of the first Xcient Fuel Cell trucks, we proudly announce our plan to expand beyond Europe to North America and China where we are already making great progress,” said Cheol Lee, Hyundai executive vice president and head of the Commercial Vehicle Division .
While the Xcients delivered to Europe were 4x2 day cab semis, North America will also get 6x4 tractors, as it plans to deploy 12,000 fuel cell trucks in the U.S. by 2030. Hyundai aims even higher for China, with three fuel cell trucks to be made available in the years to come. It plans a medium-duty truck in 2022, as well as two other heavy-duty trucks to follow in an unspecified time period. Hyundai says it targets 27,000 units in China by 2030.
To support its global demand. Hyundai aims to reach a production capacity of 2,000 units per year by next year. It will invest an additional $1.3 billion beyond its previously stated $6.4 billion to establish “a hydrogen ecosystem to support creation of a hydrogen society.”
The Xcient trucks delivered to Europe are powered by two 95-kilowatt fuel cell stacks borrowed from the Hyundai Nexo, as well as a 73.2-kWh battery pack, supplying energy to a 350-kW electric motor. They have a maximum gross combination weight of 36,000 kilograms (about 80,000 pounds) as pull-cargo tractors, and a maximum gross vehicle weight of 19,000 kg (42,000 lbs.) as a rigid truck.
10-07-2020, 08:38 AM
#150
Moderator
https://www.thedrive.com/news/36930/...nate-turbo-lag
Hyundai doesn't currently offer a diesel engine for sale in the United States, so it may surprise you to hear that the brand recently patented some interesting diesel engine technology. According to a patent published on May 20th, the Korean automaker plans to use a vacuum pump to gather pressure from the crankcase, store it in a tank, and when the driver applies the gas, release the stored pressure into the inlet, supplementing boost until the turbocharger can spool up.
This is interesting for a few reasons. The first is that crankcase vacuum pumps are capable of increasing an engine's output by themselves—typically by 2-4%. They do so by creating negative pressure in the crankcase, allowing for better oil control and less pumping losses due to windage. The pressure gathered from the pump is usually vented to the atmosphere after the oil is separated out of it. However, what Hyundai is attempting to do is use the pressure that would otherwise be discarded in such a system.
Volvo does something similar in its diesel engines as well, although it's not quite as smart. The Swedish brand simply uses an engine-driven air pump to fill a tank with compressed air, and then discharges it when turbo lag is occurring. It's a bit much to correct an inconvenience like turbo lag, especially considering many Volvos already have a hybrid system on board to drive the wheels. That's where Hyundai's system is more intelligent. By putting a vacuum pump to work to store the boost pressure, it's making the device work double duty.
The control logic of Hyundai's system is surprisingly simple. If the pressure in the intake manifold is lower than the pressure in the tank—and the engine detects turbo lag is likely going on—it releases the pressure. If the pressure in the intake manifold is higher than that of the tank, nothing happens.
The only complication with this system will likely be adequately separating the oil and the compressed air. If engine oil gets into the inlet tract, it would likely end up fouling the turbocharger or being burned, both of which are bad. However, Hyundai does comment in the patent saying that vacuum pumps can help avoid oil consumption, and it's likely they would have any oil separation issues sorted out by the time the system was ready for production anyway.
While this interesting technology was patented in the United States, there's no news of the Korean automaker offering a diesel here anytime soon, not even in the new Santa Cruz pickup (which will likely be diesel-equipped in other markets). So, as it is with other interesting vehicles, it's the sort of thing that we here in North America will probably have to admire from a distance.
This is interesting for a few reasons. The first is that crankcase vacuum pumps are capable of increasing an engine's output by themselves—typically by 2-4%. They do so by creating negative pressure in the crankcase, allowing for better oil control and less pumping losses due to windage. The pressure gathered from the pump is usually vented to the atmosphere after the oil is separated out of it. However, what Hyundai is attempting to do is use the pressure that would otherwise be discarded in such a system.
Volvo does something similar in its diesel engines as well, although it's not quite as smart. The Swedish brand simply uses an engine-driven air pump to fill a tank with compressed air, and then discharges it when turbo lag is occurring. It's a bit much to correct an inconvenience like turbo lag, especially considering many Volvos already have a hybrid system on board to drive the wheels. That's where Hyundai's system is more intelligent. By putting a vacuum pump to work to store the boost pressure, it's making the device work double duty.
The control logic of Hyundai's system is surprisingly simple. If the pressure in the intake manifold is lower than the pressure in the tank—and the engine detects turbo lag is likely going on—it releases the pressure. If the pressure in the intake manifold is higher than that of the tank, nothing happens.
The only complication with this system will likely be adequately separating the oil and the compressed air. If engine oil gets into the inlet tract, it would likely end up fouling the turbocharger or being burned, both of which are bad. However, Hyundai does comment in the patent saying that vacuum pumps can help avoid oil consumption, and it's likely they would have any oil separation issues sorted out by the time the system was ready for production anyway.
While this interesting technology was patented in the United States, there's no news of the Korean automaker offering a diesel here anytime soon, not even in the new Santa Cruz pickup (which will likely be diesel-equipped in other markets). So, as it is with other interesting vehicles, it's the sort of thing that we here in North America will probably have to admire from a distance.
12-01-2020, 09:01 PM
#151
Race Director
Just as Volkswagen has the MEB platform for its ID. line of electric cars, Hyundai Motor Group is launching a modular architecture of its own. It's called E-GMP for "electric-global modular platform," and the motor and battery powertrain is called PE for "power electric." These components will underpin models from Hyundai, Kia, Genesis and the new Ioniq brand. The first to launch with it will be the Ioniq 5.
One of the interesting aspects of this platform is that it will be designed with rear-wheel drive in mind. Like VW's and Tesla's EVs, the basic layout will feature a rear-mounted motor powering those back wheels, and the battery pack fits in the floor between the wheels. All-wheel drive will be available on some of these models with the addition of a second, front-mounted motor. That front motor will be able to mechanically disconnect from the front drive axles when not needed, allowing for less mechanical drag and more efficient driving.
Hyundai is promising impressive performance from the E-GMP and its batteries and motors. The company claims that a car built on the platform could be capable of 0-62 mph sprints of 3.5 seconds with a top speed of about 162 mph. This will vary depending on motors, and Hyundai Motor Group revealed that there are three outputs of motor in development. Maximum range is expected to be 311 miles on the WLTP cycle. Hyundai didn't give exact power outputs or battery capacity in kWh, though. The battery pack is made up of standardized modules that can be added or subtracted depending on the needs of the vehicle, and the individual cells are pouch-type, similar to what GM is using in its Ultium batteries. The E-GMP cars will also support fast charging up to 800V and 350kW, so an 80% charge from empty could happen in just 18 minutes. Two-way charging will also be supported, so your electric Hyundai or Kia could provide up to 3.5kW of power to various appliances or even to another EV. Hyundai says you could run a "midsize" air conditioner and a 55-inch TV for up to 24 hours with an E-GMP car.
One of the interesting aspects of this platform is that it will be designed with rear-wheel drive in mind. Like VW's and Tesla's EVs, the basic layout will feature a rear-mounted motor powering those back wheels, and the battery pack fits in the floor between the wheels. All-wheel drive will be available on some of these models with the addition of a second, front-mounted motor. That front motor will be able to mechanically disconnect from the front drive axles when not needed, allowing for less mechanical drag and more efficient driving.
Hyundai is promising impressive performance from the E-GMP and its batteries and motors. The company claims that a car built on the platform could be capable of 0-62 mph sprints of 3.5 seconds with a top speed of about 162 mph. This will vary depending on motors, and Hyundai Motor Group revealed that there are three outputs of motor in development. Maximum range is expected to be 311 miles on the WLTP cycle. Hyundai didn't give exact power outputs or battery capacity in kWh, though. The battery pack is made up of standardized modules that can be added or subtracted depending on the needs of the vehicle, and the individual cells are pouch-type, similar to what GM is using in its Ultium batteries. The E-GMP cars will also support fast charging up to 800V and 350kW, so an 80% charge from empty could happen in just 18 minutes. Two-way charging will also be supported, so your electric Hyundai or Kia could provide up to 3.5kW of power to various appliances or even to another EV. Hyundai says you could run a "midsize" air conditioner and a 55-inch TV for up to 24 hours with an E-GMP car.
We won't have to wait long to see the first car based on this platform. The Ioniq 5, which will take design inspiration from the Hyundai 45 concept, will launch next year. The Ioniq 6, based on the Hyundai Prophecy concept, will come in 2022 and the Ioniq 7 in 2024. The first Kia model will be a crossover revealed next year, and it will have a performance variant. These cars are all part of a major EV push by the Hyundai group that will see 23 electric car models launched by 2025.
The new platform won't underpin every new Hyundai Motor Group electric car, though. Albert Biermann, Hyundai's head of research and development, noted that front-drive EVs derived from other models in the vein of the Kia Niro and Hyundai Kona will continue to be developed and sold.
12-02-2020, 10:01 PM
#152
Race Director
Hyundai is looking at a big future for electric vehicles, with 23 planned by 2025, most of which will ride on its new dedicated E-GMP platform that was officially revealed yesterday.
The first vehicle to sit on the new electric underpinnings will be the Hyundai ioniq 5, a crossover due out in later 2021. But the future holds performance and possibly even racing variants, Hyundai said. E-GMP will eventually carry Hyundai, Kia and even Genesis EVs and will include “powerful performance models,” according to Hyundai’s president and head of R&D Albert Biermann.
The promising new platform is modular and scalable, so it’ll fit under almost anything. By extending the battery tray and the number of liquid-cooled batteries it carries, the E-GMP platform can accommodate all manner of electric vehicles, from an all-wheel drive crossover like the ioniq 5 all the way to a rear-drive performance sedan. Indeed, apart from AWD variants, any 2WD applications of the E-GMP will send power to the rear wheels, not the fronts.
The E-GMP can accomodate all manner of electric vehicles. HYUNDAI“The starting point of vehicles based on E-GMP is pretty powerful,” said Biermann, addressing the press via a Zoom conference. “This is a pretty substantial platform. The power level being already pretty high in a two-wheel drive application, this is all about precision and substantial driving performance. To deliver in all aspects of driving and performance we felt (RWD) was the right way to go, to put the motor on the rear because this can also be a lot of fun.”
Fun, in an electric car, from Hyundai? This is promising indeed. Biermann touted as much as 600 hp on an unspecified future E-GMP performance model.
The platform’s full name is Electric Global Modular Platform and it was designed from the start to accommodate only battery powered electric vehicles. From the photos you can see here, the “platform” isn’t so much a stamped-steel floorboard as it is a big battery tray slung between front and rear subframes that carry electric motors. To those subframes is attached the suspension, which we know is a five-link in the rear.
Welded on that battery tray with attached subframes is the more traditional looking stamped-and-spot-welded steel body structure. The platform photos released yesterday are more just the electric drivetrain and battery tray. But with a little resizing, that tray and those front and rear subframes will fit onto all kinds of electric Hyundais, Kias and whatever the plural of Genesis is. Hyundai will continue to offer BEVs based on derivative platforms, basically converted gasoline-powered vehicles, but the E-GMP represents the future.
“Today our front-wheel driven Hyundai and Kia BEVs are already among the most efficient ones in their segments,” said Biermann. “With our rear-wheel driven based E-GMP, we are extending our technological leadership into segments where customers demand excellent driving dynamics and outstanding efficiency.”
Specifically, Biermann promised a high-performance model that can do 0-60 in less than 3.5 seconds and hit a top speed of 161 mph. Range has been listed at 310 miles, though that is not on our U.S. Federal EPA driving cycle.
This content is imported from {embed-name}. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.Biermann even spoke briefly about joining ETCR, Electric Touring Car Racing, a series that was supposed to have had demo races already this year but, well, this year was a little weird for everyone. Nonetheless…
Does all this sound a little like that time Dany Bahar took over Lotus and promised us the moon in carbon fiber? Or the time our friend Victor Muller bought Saab and we all hoped there’d be that Subaru-based revival of the Saab 92? No, this is Hyundai, one of the world’s biggest automakers. If the future really is electric, then Hyundai has simply gotten ahead of the bandwagon, with a promising new platform and high hopes from us for that 600-hp performance car. Let’s look forward to a bright, buzzing, electric future. And 600 hp.
The first vehicle to sit on the new electric underpinnings will be the Hyundai ioniq 5, a crossover due out in later 2021. But the future holds performance and possibly even racing variants, Hyundai said. E-GMP will eventually carry Hyundai, Kia and even Genesis EVs and will include “powerful performance models,” according to Hyundai’s president and head of R&D Albert Biermann.
The promising new platform is modular and scalable, so it’ll fit under almost anything. By extending the battery tray and the number of liquid-cooled batteries it carries, the E-GMP platform can accommodate all manner of electric vehicles, from an all-wheel drive crossover like the ioniq 5 all the way to a rear-drive performance sedan. Indeed, apart from AWD variants, any 2WD applications of the E-GMP will send power to the rear wheels, not the fronts.
The E-GMP can accomodate all manner of electric vehicles. HYUNDAI“The starting point of vehicles based on E-GMP is pretty powerful,” said Biermann, addressing the press via a Zoom conference. “This is a pretty substantial platform. The power level being already pretty high in a two-wheel drive application, this is all about precision and substantial driving performance. To deliver in all aspects of driving and performance we felt (RWD) was the right way to go, to put the motor on the rear because this can also be a lot of fun.”Fun, in an electric car, from Hyundai? This is promising indeed. Biermann touted as much as 600 hp on an unspecified future E-GMP performance model.
The platform’s full name is Electric Global Modular Platform and it was designed from the start to accommodate only battery powered electric vehicles. From the photos you can see here, the “platform” isn’t so much a stamped-steel floorboard as it is a big battery tray slung between front and rear subframes that carry electric motors. To those subframes is attached the suspension, which we know is a five-link in the rear.
Welded on that battery tray with attached subframes is the more traditional looking stamped-and-spot-welded steel body structure. The platform photos released yesterday are more just the electric drivetrain and battery tray. But with a little resizing, that tray and those front and rear subframes will fit onto all kinds of electric Hyundais, Kias and whatever the plural of Genesis is. Hyundai will continue to offer BEVs based on derivative platforms, basically converted gasoline-powered vehicles, but the E-GMP represents the future.
“Today our front-wheel driven Hyundai and Kia BEVs are already among the most efficient ones in their segments,” said Biermann. “With our rear-wheel driven based E-GMP, we are extending our technological leadership into segments where customers demand excellent driving dynamics and outstanding efficiency.”
Specifically, Biermann promised a high-performance model that can do 0-60 in less than 3.5 seconds and hit a top speed of 161 mph. Range has been listed at 310 miles, though that is not on our U.S. Federal EPA driving cycle.
This content is imported from {embed-name}. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.Biermann even spoke briefly about joining ETCR, Electric Touring Car Racing, a series that was supposed to have had demo races already this year but, well, this year was a little weird for everyone. Nonetheless…
Does all this sound a little like that time Dany Bahar took over Lotus and promised us the moon in carbon fiber? Or the time our friend Victor Muller bought Saab and we all hoped there’d be that Subaru-based revival of the Saab 92? No, this is Hyundai, one of the world’s biggest automakers. If the future really is electric, then Hyundai has simply gotten ahead of the bandwagon, with a promising new platform and high hopes from us for that 600-hp performance car. Let’s look forward to a bright, buzzing, electric future. And 600 hp.
12-12-2020, 02:18 AM
#153
Race Director
Hyundai has unveiled their updated Strategy 2025, which calls for an onslaught of new electric vehicles.
Under the revised plan, the company aims to take the lead in the global EV market in the mid to long term. If everything goes smoothly, 8-10% of global EV sales will be a Hyundai Motor Group vehicle by 2040.
While Hyundai already offers a handful of EVs, their big electric vehicle push will begin next year with the launch of the IONIQ 5. It will be followed by more than 12 other electric vehicles, including some built on the new E-GMP platform.
The transition to electric vehicles will be gradual, but Hyundai aims to sell 560,000 EVs annually by 2025. Things will ramp up in 2030 as the company will “expand BEV offerings in key markets such as the U.S., Europe and China, eventually aiming to fully electrify its product lineup in major global markets by 2040.”
The company isn’t limiting EVs to major markets either as they will support the “democratization of EVs” in emerging markets. The company didn’t go into many specifics, but noted countries such as Brazil, India and Russia can expect “more diverse EV models.”
Shorter term, Genesis will introduce two electric vehicles next year. The company was coy on specifics, but confirmed one will be a dedicated EV while the other will be a derived EV.
The latter is likely the electric version of the G80, which has been dubbed the e80. It looks virtually identical to the standard model, but has an enclosed grille, aerodynamic wheels and a unique rear bumper which lacks exhaust cutouts. Speculation suggests it could have a range of up to 310 miles (500 km), but that seems a bit optimistic.
Genesis’ dedicated EV is the codenamed the JW and will ride on the new e-GMP platform. Previous spy photos have shown the model will be a compact crossover and it’s believed to have all-wheel drive. Hyundai has already confirmed the e-GMP platform allows for a range of up to 310 miles (500 km) in the WLTP cycle, so expect the JW to have some impressive specs.
In related news, Hyundai reiterated plans to launch Genesis in Europe. The company also noted they’re committed to urban air mobility and will offer models with Level 3 semi-autonomous driving technology in 2022.
Under the revised plan, the company aims to take the lead in the global EV market in the mid to long term. If everything goes smoothly, 8-10% of global EV sales will be a Hyundai Motor Group vehicle by 2040.
While Hyundai already offers a handful of EVs, their big electric vehicle push will begin next year with the launch of the IONIQ 5. It will be followed by more than 12 other electric vehicles, including some built on the new E-GMP platform.
The transition to electric vehicles will be gradual, but Hyundai aims to sell 560,000 EVs annually by 2025. Things will ramp up in 2030 as the company will “expand BEV offerings in key markets such as the U.S., Europe and China, eventually aiming to fully electrify its product lineup in major global markets by 2040.”
The company isn’t limiting EVs to major markets either as they will support the “democratization of EVs” in emerging markets. The company didn’t go into many specifics, but noted countries such as Brazil, India and Russia can expect “more diverse EV models.”
Shorter term, Genesis will introduce two electric vehicles next year. The company was coy on specifics, but confirmed one will be a dedicated EV while the other will be a derived EV.
The latter is likely the electric version of the G80, which has been dubbed the e80. It looks virtually identical to the standard model, but has an enclosed grille, aerodynamic wheels and a unique rear bumper which lacks exhaust cutouts. Speculation suggests it could have a range of up to 310 miles (500 km), but that seems a bit optimistic.
Genesis’ dedicated EV is the codenamed the JW and will ride on the new e-GMP platform. Previous spy photos have shown the model will be a compact crossover and it’s believed to have all-wheel drive. Hyundai has already confirmed the e-GMP platform allows for a range of up to 310 miles (500 km) in the WLTP cycle, so expect the JW to have some impressive specs.
In related news, Hyundai reiterated plans to launch Genesis in Europe. The company also noted they’re committed to urban air mobility and will offer models with Level 3 semi-autonomous driving technology in 2022.
12-23-2020, 04:19 AM
#154
Race Director
Hyundai EVs have been somewhat flying under the radar despite offering more than decent specs for the average user and close to best-in-class efficiency to compensate for their small battery packs.
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So far, the Ioniq EV sedan and the Kona EV small crossover have been the only options, but the South Korean company's ambitions stretch much further than that. Earlier this year, Hyundai has announced its decision to spin the IONIQ name completely off, creating a separate brand that focuses on connected driving and, more immediately, electric propulsion.
Much like it had done with Genesis a while ago, Hyundai wants to keep things clear between its sub-brands, so the public knows what to expect. Genesis? Emphasis on premium materials and elegant design. Hyundai? Good value for money. IONIQ? Well, in a word, the future.
When the separation was made public, it was also mentioned that the IONIQ brand would kick things off with three new models coming over the next four years. The first of them is going to be called IONIQ 5 and will take the shape of a compact crossover coupe loosely based on the 45 concept (pictured).
Details about the all-electric CUV have been a mystery so far, but thanks to The Korean Car Blog, assuming the information is exact, we now know a little more about the model. Actually, we pretty much know everything that counts about its specs.
The leak says we should expect all-wheel-drive capabilities thanks to a dual-motor setup with a combined output of 313 hp. The power should be enough to enable a 5.2-second 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) sprin. If the latter doesn't sound like much, it's just because Tesla has skewed our perception of what is quick. For reference, the Volkswagen Golf GTI needs roughly six seconds.
As nice as having quick acceleration is, maximum range is even more important for an EV. The IONIQ 5 First Edition will get up to 280 miles (450 km) WLTP from its 58 kWh battery pack, which will be the only battery capacity available from launch. Later on, an 82 kWh option will be available, pushing the limit to 342 miles (550 km) - obviously, at a price.
Also worth pointing out is that the IONIQ 5 will share one feature with the Porsche Taycan: that's the 800V charging system that will supposedly enable the EV to charge from 20% to 80% in just 15 minutes. Assuming the infrastructure is in place, that aspect is at least just as important as the battery capacity and its maximum range.
According to the leaked images - obtained from an Austrian subsidiary of the source and, therefore, referring to the Austrian market - deliveries for the 150 IONIQ 5 First Edition EVs will start in June/July next year. Sadly, there's one key aspect missing from all this, and that is the price. Considering the way the market is going, as well as the fact it is, after all, a Hyundai, expect the IONIQ 5 to be priced competitively. How competitively, we'll just have to wait and see.
13 photos
So far, the Ioniq EV sedan and the Kona EV small crossover have been the only options, but the South Korean company's ambitions stretch much further than that. Earlier this year, Hyundai has announced its decision to spin the IONIQ name completely off, creating a separate brand that focuses on connected driving and, more immediately, electric propulsion.
Much like it had done with Genesis a while ago, Hyundai wants to keep things clear between its sub-brands, so the public knows what to expect. Genesis? Emphasis on premium materials and elegant design. Hyundai? Good value for money. IONIQ? Well, in a word, the future.
When the separation was made public, it was also mentioned that the IONIQ brand would kick things off with three new models coming over the next four years. The first of them is going to be called IONIQ 5 and will take the shape of a compact crossover coupe loosely based on the 45 concept (pictured).
Details about the all-electric CUV have been a mystery so far, but thanks to The Korean Car Blog, assuming the information is exact, we now know a little more about the model. Actually, we pretty much know everything that counts about its specs.
The leak says we should expect all-wheel-drive capabilities thanks to a dual-motor setup with a combined output of 313 hp. The power should be enough to enable a 5.2-second 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) sprin. If the latter doesn't sound like much, it's just because Tesla has skewed our perception of what is quick. For reference, the Volkswagen Golf GTI needs roughly six seconds.
As nice as having quick acceleration is, maximum range is even more important for an EV. The IONIQ 5 First Edition will get up to 280 miles (450 km) WLTP from its 58 kWh battery pack, which will be the only battery capacity available from launch. Later on, an 82 kWh option will be available, pushing the limit to 342 miles (550 km) - obviously, at a price.
Also worth pointing out is that the IONIQ 5 will share one feature with the Porsche Taycan: that's the 800V charging system that will supposedly enable the EV to charge from 20% to 80% in just 15 minutes. Assuming the infrastructure is in place, that aspect is at least just as important as the battery capacity and its maximum range.
According to the leaked images - obtained from an Austrian subsidiary of the source and, therefore, referring to the Austrian market - deliveries for the 150 IONIQ 5 First Edition EVs will start in June/July next year. Sadly, there's one key aspect missing from all this, and that is the price. Considering the way the market is going, as well as the fact it is, after all, a Hyundai, expect the IONIQ 5 to be priced competitively. How competitively, we'll just have to wait and see.
01-09-2021, 04:42 PM
#155
seems they were hyping stock with Apple news.
Cars need to be parked outside.
https://www.usatoday.com/story/money...rs/6608860002/
Cars need to be parked outside.
https://www.usatoday.com/story/money...rs/6608860002/
Hyundai recall 2021: 471,000 Tuscon SUVs recalled; automaker says car owners should park outside
01-17-2021, 10:45 AM
#156
Sanest Florida Man
In October, Hyundai recalled Kona EVs in South Korea due to the risk of short circuit possibly caused by faulty manufacturing of its high-voltage battery cells.
The recall, which includes software updates and battery replacements after inspections, involves 25,564 Kona EVs built during September 2017 to March 2020.
Hyundai has also recalled 50,864 Kona EV and Nexo fuel-cell vehicles in South Korea due to faulty electronic braking systems.
The recall, which includes software updates and battery replacements after inspections, involves 25,564 Kona EVs built during September 2017 to March 2020.
Hyundai has also recalled 50,864 Kona EV and Nexo fuel-cell vehicles in South Korea due to faulty electronic braking systems.
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01-18-2021, 08:24 AM
#157
So Kona can join the polestar in terms of stop start technology. 
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May be they should merge and create an even bigger corporate to rival Stellantis..
.May be they should merge and create an even bigger corporate to rival Stellantis.
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02-15-2021, 06:41 PM
#158
Race Director
The Ioniq 5 is going to be revealed on February 23, but before then, we get this teaser. It’s a photo and quick video showing the Ioniq 5’s interior. Hyundai reveals a few things about the car to us, as well.
Ioniq (Hyundai’s new pure-EV brand) stresses the openness of the cabin. Since it’s built on a dedicated electric car platform — Hyundai’s E-GMP platform — the Ioniq 5 can have a flat floor and more interior space than a traditional combustion engine vehicle. Apparently, you can enter and exit the cabin on either side and simply slide over to whichever side you want. The flat floor and sliding center console allow this easy access. Ioniq calls this center console the “Universal Island,” and says it’s a “fundamental rethink of the conventional center console.” We’ll be interested to see it all in action.
Ioniq has a mini comfort addition to traditional front seats, too. There are leg rests for the driver and passenger seats that can be put up (video below) while the vehicle is being charged, so you can relax and recline while the juice flows in.
The seats themselves are made using sustainable materials, too. Hyundai says it’s using “eco-processed leather” that is dyed and then treated with plant oil extractions from flaxseed. Sugar cane bio components, wool, poly yarns and recycled plastic water bottles are the sources for other interior materials — Hyundai doesn’t specify which, but says “other soft furnishings” use these materials. The hard materials like the dashboard, switches, steering wheel and door panels are coated in a polyurethane bio paint that is composed of oils from flowers and corn.
02-25-2021, 05:21 AM
#160
Race Director
News from Hyundai this week centered around two major topics, and both of them involve electric vehicles. A day after officially pulling the wraps off its upcoming and striking Ioniq 5 electric car, the South Korean automaker announced that it would be recalling and replacing the battery packs of 82,000 previously sold electric vehicles globally due to fire risks. While it's true that the vehicles being recalled aren't related to the not-yet-released Ioniq 5, we reached out to Hyundai for a little more detail on the issues that led to a massive recall.
So far, there have been 15 reported fires involving the Kona EV, 11 of which were in South Korea. According to BusinessKorea, Hyundai used batteries sourced from both LG Energy Solutions and SK Innovation for its Kona EV. Around 65,000 Kona EVs were sold with LG batteries, while SK packs were in 12,000 Kona EVs and another 38,000 Kia Niro electric hatchbacks, which uses a similar powertrain to the Kona EV. All of the Kona EVs that have caught fire up to this point were equipped with batteries provided by LG.
Here's the statement we received from Hyundai regarding the recall:
Hyundai Motor Company has decided to voluntarily recall certain Kona Electric, Ioniq EV, and Elec City vehicles in Korea for full battery (BSA: battery system assembly) replacements. The decision reflects findings from an investigation led by the Korean government, which has revealed the possibility of short circuits in certain defective battery cells produced in LG Energy Solution’s Nanjing plant leading to fires.
Actions will be taken promptly to prevent any customer inconvenience and the company will continue placing its utmost priority on the safety of its customers. Similar announcements will be made for affected vehicles in other markets, in compliance with local regulations and guidelines.
Since Hyundai claims "the possibility of short circuits in certain defective battery cells produced in LG Energy Solution’s Nanjing plant" is the root cause of potential vehicle fires — LG, for its part, claims that Hyundai "misapplied" LG's suggestions for fast-charging logic in the battery management system — it's important to note that the Ioniq 5 will use cells from SK International, not LG. While we can't predict the future, it seems unlikely that Hyundai will use LG Chem batteries on future vehicles based on its E-GMP platform, at least for the foreseeable future, and reports out of Korea support that likelihood.
So far, there have been 15 reported fires involving the Kona EV, 11 of which were in South Korea. According to BusinessKorea, Hyundai used batteries sourced from both LG Energy Solutions and SK Innovation for its Kona EV. Around 65,000 Kona EVs were sold with LG batteries, while SK packs were in 12,000 Kona EVs and another 38,000 Kia Niro electric hatchbacks, which uses a similar powertrain to the Kona EV. All of the Kona EVs that have caught fire up to this point were equipped with batteries provided by LG.
Here's the statement we received from Hyundai regarding the recall:
Hyundai Motor Company has decided to voluntarily recall certain Kona Electric, Ioniq EV, and Elec City vehicles in Korea for full battery (BSA: battery system assembly) replacements. The decision reflects findings from an investigation led by the Korean government, which has revealed the possibility of short circuits in certain defective battery cells produced in LG Energy Solution’s Nanjing plant leading to fires.
Actions will be taken promptly to prevent any customer inconvenience and the company will continue placing its utmost priority on the safety of its customers. Similar announcements will be made for affected vehicles in other markets, in compliance with local regulations and guidelines.
Since Hyundai claims "the possibility of short circuits in certain defective battery cells produced in LG Energy Solution’s Nanjing plant" is the root cause of potential vehicle fires — LG, for its part, claims that Hyundai "misapplied" LG's suggestions for fast-charging logic in the battery management system — it's important to note that the Ioniq 5 will use cells from SK International, not LG. While we can't predict the future, it seems unlikely that Hyundai will use LG Chem batteries on future vehicles based on its E-GMP platform, at least for the foreseeable future, and reports out of Korea support that likelihood.
SK Innovation is the company that is/was building battery plants in Georgia for VW and Ford but got banned after a suite from LG Chem.
