We’re extremely proud to be able to meet the needs and requirements of our customers through the development and implementation of new vehicle functions, such as electrification, connectivity and autonomous driving. Because Hyundai NZ is a 100% kiwi business, we ensure you get the best of both worlds – the benefits of global investment, research and development, combined with our local commitment and understanding. Read below to follow our innovation journey through the years.

Hyundai Motor Company established a Global Design Center in Fountain Valley, California. It was a deliberate move to ensure those leading Hyundai design into the future were close to, and influenced by, the leading edge of technological design. 

The first pure electric car developed by Hyundai was the Sonata electric vehicle.   

The new hybrid-electric FGV-1 was unveiled at Seoul Motor Show (Concept Car).   

Fuel cell development team incorporated. 

Santa Fe Electric Vehicle and Hyundai's first Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle was developed (FCEV).

First in-house developed fuel cell stack.  

Tucson FCEV - Implementation of fuel cell system. 

Tucson FCEV- Implementation of electrical drive system to Tucson models. 

Hyundai began producing Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEV) and developed LPi HEV as the world's first, which includes lithium polymer batteries.

Tucson ix FCEV -700 bar high pressure hydrogen tank introduced. 

Hyundai successfully developed Transmission Mounted Electrical Device (TMED) technology as the world’s first. Hyundai started to sell Sonata HEV globally with TMED technology.   

Tucson ix world’s 1st mass production FCEV vehicle. 

Global Launch of IONIQ. IONIQ, the first vehicle in the world to be offered in HEV, PHEV & EV on one single platform. 

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Global Launch of fully electric compact SUV, the Kona Electric.  

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Hyundai Motor and H2 Energy bought the world's first fleet of fuel cell electric trucks into commercial operation. New fuel cell electric trucks are expected to travel a range of approximately 400km in real-life driving conditions.    

Global launch of NEXO, Hyundai’s hydrogen powered electric SUV. Second mass produced FCEV.   

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Auto Link Premium launches in New Zealand. Auto Link connects your car’s on-board computer to your mobile phone and is accessible via a smartphone app.

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Hyundai introduces eco-friendly solar charging system. It can charge a vehicle’s battery using solar panels on its roof or body, improving mileage and reducing CO2 emissions.

Hyundai unveils walking car concept “Elevate”. Elevate, the Ultimate Mobility Vehicle (UMV), prepares communities in the event of a natural disaster. 

Hyundai develops Smartphone-based Digital Key. The new technology allows a vehicle to be unlocked, started, and driven without a physical key.