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History of Hyundai Motor Company since 1967 until now.

Years

2018-2023           2013-2017          2011-2012           2009-2010           2007-2008         2001-2006         1967-2000

2023

2023

  • Launched the All-New KONA, featuring various powertrain models including EV, HEV, and ICE
  • HMG developed a new automatic charging robot for electric vehicles
  • Introduced the 8th generation midsize sedan, the New SONATA
  • Extended the partnership with World Archery until the year 2025
  • HMG initiated the development of a lunar exploration rover model
  • HMG and SK On US established a joint venture for the production of electric vehicle battery cells
  • Unveiled the commercial model for Xcient fuel cell tractors and the hydrogen mobility vision in the U.S.
  • Unveiled the Hyundai PONY Coupe Concept (restored after 50 years) and the N Vision 74
  • Extended FIFA partnership to 2030
  • HMG and LG Energy Solution established a battery cell manufacturing joint venture in the U.S.
  • Announced Hyundai Motorway, a mid-to-long-term business financial plan, at the 2023 CEO Investor Day
  • Sponsored the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™ as official mobility partners
  • Introduced the IONIQ 5 N at the Goodwood Festival
  • HMG and Seoul National University established a joint battery research center
  • Introduced the new blockchain-based Supplier CO2 Emission Monitoring System (SCEMS)
  • HMG acquired shares of Tenstorent, an AI semiconductor company for future mobility development
  • Signed an asset purchase agreement for the acquisition of identified assets of GM India Talegaon Plant
  • HMG proposed an optimal mobility solution based on traffic demand prediction in Singapore’s Jurong Innovation District
  • Celebrated the 8th anniversary of the high-performance N brand and the global launch of the New ELANTRA N
  • HMG, SG Enable, and SAVH launched an end-to-end mobility solution for the visually impaired in Singapore
  • HMG and Georgia Tech signed an MoU for future mobility collaboration
  • Unveiled a new hydrogen city bus at the Busworld trade show in Brussels with Iveco Group
  • Strengthened power semiconductor supply through strategic partnership with Infineon
  • HMG and SOAS University of London founded new research centers for developing countries, focusing on Africa
  • Signed a joint venture agreement with PIF to establish a new automobile manufacturing plant in Saudi Arabia
  • Signed an MOU with KATECH, APQ, and SAPTCO to foster the Saudi hydrogen mobility ecosystem
  • Promoted the creation of a mangrove forest in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta with IUCN
  • Supported 148 vehicles for the FIFA U-17 World Cup Indonesia 2023™
  • Constructed brand heritage and an advanced electrification vision through the construction of a new EV-dedicated plant in Ulsan
  • Reached a brand value evaluation of $20.4 billion in Interbrand’s Best Global Brands 2023
  • Opened the HMG Innovation Center Singapore (HMGICS) for future mobility production, R&D, and customer experience
  • Signed an MOU with Potiongchun Logistics for the development of Singapore’s hydrogen ecosystem

 

2022

 

2022

  • Participated in CES 2022, under the theme ‘Expanding Human Reach’
  • Partnered with Unity to build Meta-Factory
  • Partnered with IonQ to use quantum computing to advance effectiveness of next-gen batteries
  • Expanded collaboration with Shell drive transition to clean mobility and carbon reduction
  • Signed an MOU with the Iveco Group
  • Inaugurated its first manufacturing plant in Southeast Asia
  • HMG collaborated with Aramco and KAUST on new e-fuel development to support clean mobility
  • Unveiled the New PALISADE at New York International Auto Show
  • Issued the first community-based NFT
  • Launched a new global sustainability campaign for FIFA World Cup 2022™ under the banner ‘Goal of the Century’
  • Supported Global Art Patronage in partnership with Korean Pavilion of the 59th La Biennale di Venezia
  • HMG’s affiliates joined RE100, aiming to expand renewables usage
  • HMG started a pilot of an autonomous car-hailing RoboRide service in Seoul, Gangnam
  • Opened Hyundai Motorstudio Senayan Park in Indonesia
  • HMG and Michelin join hands to develop next-gen tires for premium Evs
  • Signed an MOU to establish hydrogen mobility ecosystem in Czech Republic
  • Unveiled the IONIQ 6, the electrified streamliner with extended range and innovative personal space
  • Unveiled RN22e and N Vision 74, the two rolling lab concepts from N Brand
  • HMG signed and MOU with Rolls-Royce to lead the way in the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) market
  • HMG’s Supernal unveiled eVTOL vehicle cabin concept at 2022 Farnborough International Airshow
  • HMG and Safran signed an MOU for AAM development cooperation
  • HMG launched Boston Dynamics AI Institute
  • HMG and KT corporation expanded strategic partnership for the future
  • Provided eco-friendly vehicles during FIFA World Cup 2022™ to support sustainability
  • HMG supported G20 Summit with fleet of Genesis electrified G80 and IONIQ 5 EVs
  • HMG started construction of metaplant America dedicated EV and battery plant
  • Signed an MOU with PT Adaro Minerals Indonesia, Tbk.
  • Launched the All-New GRANDEUR flagship sedan
  • HMG signed an MOU with Nusantara Capital City authority to establish ecosystem for AAM
  • HMG signed an MOU with SK On to secure EV battery supply for North America
2021

 

2021

  • Launched the IONIQ 5, the first Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) model
  • Started the construction of the first overseas fuel-cell system plant in Guangzhou
  • Unveiled the All-new KONA N
  • Unveiled STARIA, a new MPV with premium and futuristic design
  • Announced a new partnership with Shell to expand collaborations on clean energy solutions
  • Signed an MOU with Singtel
  • Opened Hyundai Motorstudio Busan
  • Strengthened partnership with Grab to accelerate EV adoption in Southeast Asia
  • Elec City, Hyundai Motor’s first fuel-cell bus began its trial service in Munich
  • XCIENT fuel-cell trucks exceeded 1 million kilometers of driving in 11 months in Switzerland
  • Started a research collaboration with Rhode Island School of Design (RISD)
  • Signed an MOU with Next Hydrogen to develop Advanced Alkaline Water Electrolysis System
  • Started an autonomous, demand-responsive shuttle service in South Korea
  • Unveiled the ELANTRA N
  • Signed an MOU with the Indonesian government with LG Energy Solution, to establish an EV battery cell plant
  • Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama (HMMA) built its 5 millionth vehicle
  • Unveiled the IONIQ 5 Robotaxi
  • Vitalized future mobility in Roblox, Hyundai Motor’s metaverse space
  • Announced our commitment to carbon neutrality by 2045 at IAA Mobility 2021
  • Announced the launch of an E-mobility pilot program in Singapore with our partners SP Group and Komoco Motors
2020

 

2020

  • Unveiled Smart Mobility Solution ‘UAM-PBV-Hub’ to Vitalize future cities at CES 2020
  • Unveiled New Concept EV “Prophecy”, at Geneva International Motor Show
  • Developed the World’s First ICT Connected Shift System
  • Unveiled the All-new 2021 ELANTRA and ELANTRA N Line model at World Premiere Event
  • Established an Autonomous Driving Joint Venture with Aptiv
  • Established a Hyundai Mobility Global Innovation Center
  • Unveiled the New VELOSTER N with 8-Speed DCT
  • Unveiled the new SANTA FE SUV
  • Enhanced Efficiency with a New Heat Pump Technology
  • Launched the first electric minibus, County
  • Announced that Hyundai will introduce IONIQ brands that are dedicated to electric vehicles
  • Unveiled the New KONA and KONA N Line SUVs
  • Unveiled the Dynamic New TUCSON and TUCSON N Line
  • Export of hydrogen Fuel-Cell Systems to Europe
  • Established the New Horizons Studio in order to develop Ultimate Mobility Vehicles
  • Launched XCIENT, a fuel-cell truck at a digital premiere event
  • Unveiled the All-new i20 N
  • Inauguration of Euisun Chung as the Chairman of Hyundai Motor Group
  • Achieved Top Five Automotive Brands in Interbrand’s 2020 Global Brand Ranking
  • Joined IONITY, a joint venture regarding high-powered EV charging stations across Europe
  • Unveiled the 2021 SONATA N Line
  • Launched NVIDIA DRIVE, the connected car infotainment and AI platform
  • Signed an MOU with INEOS to accelerate hydrogen economy
  • Unveiled the first dedicated BEV platform, Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP)
  • Claimed its second consecutive FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) manufacturers’ title in Rally Monza
  • Launched HTWO, a brand dedicated to its hydrogen fuel-cell system
  • Acquired Boston Dynamics from Softbank
2019

 

2019

  • Hyundai KONA and KONA Electric CUV Won Prestigious 2019 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year
  • Hyundai VELOSTER N Race Car Made World Debut at North American International Auto Show
  • Debuts First U.S. ‘N Line’ Model with 2019 ELANTRA GT Lineup
  • Extended World Archery Title Sponsorship for Three More Years
  • Hyundai and Kia Invested $300m in India’s Largest Mobility Service Provider Ola
  • Showcased ‘STYLE SET FREE’ Concept at Milan Design Week 2019
  • Hyundai “VENUE” Made World Debut at the 2019 New York International Auto Show
  • All-New SONATA Implements Third-Generation Vehicle Platform
  • Develops Smartphone-based Digital Key
  • The All New Hyundai SONATA Made Its North American Debut at the New York International Auto Show
  • Develops Intelligent Air Purification System
  • Introduces Electric Double-Decker Bus
  • Invested in Aurora to accelerate development of autonomous vehicle technologies
  • KONA, SANTA FE and TUCSON Earn NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
  • Unveiled the New EV Concept 『45』 at Frankfurt Motor Show
  • Develops Wearable Vest Exoskeleton
  • Hyundai CRADLE Beijing Opens
  • Develops World’s First Machine Learning based Smart Cruise Control (SCC-ML) Technology
  • Hyundai Motor’s Global Brand Value Rises 4.6 Percent on Interbrand’s Best Global Brands 2019 Rankings
  • Unveiled the HDC-6 NEPTUNE Concept and Trailer Set to Debut at NACV Show
  • Hyundai Autonomous Cars Hit the Streets in Irvine, California
  • Announced Human-Centered Philosophy to Future Mobility at MIF 2019
  • Develops World’s First Road Noise Active Noise Control Technology
  • Reveals 『’Vision T』 Plug-in Hybrid SUV Concept at 2019 AutoMobility LA
  • N Brand Reveals All-New 『RM19』 Racing Midship Sports Car Prototype
  • Premieres Lafesta EV Sedan at Guangzhou Motor Show
  • Establish its First Indonesian Manufacturing Plant
  • i30 N TCR customers take second successive FIA WTCR title
  • Hyundai VENUE Wins Prestigious ‘Indian Car of the Year (ICOTY) 2020’ Award
2018

 

2018

  • Unveiled four key technologies and specifications for in-vehicle network with Cisco
  • Unveiled NEXO next-generation FCEV model at 2018 CES
  • Unveiled new VELOSTER and VELOSTER N model
  • Succeeded in autonomous driving tests on 190 km Seoul-Pyeongchang Highway
  • NEXO FCEV model performed world’s longest drive among FCEVs
  • Launched new VELOSTER model
  • Launched fourth-generation SANTA FE model
  • Announced Sensuous Sportiness next-generation design direction
  • Unveiled Le Fil Rouge concept car, HDC-1 model
  • Unveiled KONA Electric, world’s first compact SUV EV model
  • Unveiled China-Focused Sporty Sedan LAFESTA at Beijing Auto Show
  • Became Global Automotive Partner of Chelsea Football Club
  • Announced New AI Partnership with Chinese Startup DeepGlint at CES ASIA 2018
  • Became Global Automotive Partner of Club Atlético de Madrid
  • Named a Top Brand in J.D. Power’s 2018 U.S. Initial Quality Study (IQS)
  • Signed Hertha BSC as Global Automotive Partner
  • Invested in Autotalks to Develop Connectivity Technology for Increased Road Safety
  • Hyundai CRADLE Partners with Ionic Materials to Advance Battery Technology Development
  • Signed New Multi-year Agreement with AS Roma to Become Global Automotive Partner
  • Celebrated One Million Vehicle Milestone Achievement in Brazil
  • Hyundai N to be the Official Safety Car of MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship
  • Achieved Top 40 Best Global Brands Position for Fourth Consecutive Year
  • Won “Red Dot: Brand of the Year 2018”
  • Hyundai & Kia invested Additional US$250 Million in Grab
  • All-New Hyundai PALISADE Made its Global Debut at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show