Hyundai's Commitment to Future Mobility Highlighted at FISITA 2025 Conference
Hyundai Motor Group reinforced its status as a pioneer in mobility innovation at the FISITA World Mobility Conference (WMC) 2025 held in Barcelona, Spain. The event, running from June 3 to 5, saw Hyundai's President and CEO José Muñoz deliver a keynote address stressing the company's journey toward becoming a leader in the mobility sector.
At this leading global event for automotive engineers and thinkers, which brings together approximately 2,000 professionals from the mobility industry, Hyundai showcased its ambitious vision for the future through an array of technology innovations. Notably, the all-new NEXO and an enhanced fuel cell system were exhibited, underscoring Hyundai's commitment to hydrogen mobility. This aligns with their ongoing mission to create more sustainable transportation options that not only contribute to climate change mitigation but also transform urban mobility.
As a Prime Partner at the FISITA WMC, Hyundai not only presented its own advancements but facilitated networking opportunities, technical sessions, and discussions aimed at encouraging collaboration within the automotive engineering community. “As an engineer myself, it was a real pleasure to share Hyundai's mobility journey and engage with participants at the FISITA World Mobility Conference,” said José Muñoz. His speech set the tone for the conference, highlighting Hyundai's efforts to redefine how people and goods move in a safer and more convenient manner. He also congratulated ChangHwan Kim, Hyundai’s Executive Vice President and Head of Electrification Energy Solutions Tech Unit, for becoming the first Korean President of FISITA.
During his presidency, ChangHwan Kim will supervise the Executive Board and Committees, steering the organization in shaping future mobility solutions until May 2027. His leadership signifies Hyundai's role not only as a car manufacturer but also as a facilitator of progress within the academic and research sides of the automotive industry.
The conference included focused sessions on emerging advancements such as driving simulators, new bushing technologies for electric vehicles (EVs), and methodologies on chassis reliability in software-defined vehicles. Such technological exchanges are crucial as the automotive landscape undergoes swift transformations toward electric and hydrogen-powered fleets.
Moreover, the recurring theme, 'Clearly Committed, FCEV Technology,' emphasized the importance of fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) in Hyundai's broader mission of sustainable transportation. The Group's innovative approach places it at the forefront of reducing the carbon footprint of the automotive industry, demonstrating how next-generation mobility solutions can lead towards a greener future.
Hyundai’s presence at FISITA 2025 not only showcased its technological advancements but also reaffirmed its dedication to fostering a collaborative atmosphere for academic research in mobility. With a vision of 'Progress for Humanity,' Hyundai aims to be a catalyst in driving innovation and shaping the future of the automotive industry, as evident from their participation in this global forum.
Overall, the highlight of the event was the confluence of ideas from industry experts that could set the stage for next-generation automotive solutions, with Hyundai leading the way. By sharing its vision and technological competencies, Hyundai aims to promote worldwide collaboration among researchers, highly positioning itself in the evolving mobility paradigm.