[CES 2026] Hyundai Wia to Showcase In-Vehicle Climate Control Experience... Floor Heating System Implemented

Future-Oriented Drive Components and Industrial Robots Unveiled

Hyundai Wia announced on the 5th (local time) that it will participate in CES 2026, the world's largest electronics and IT exhibition, under the theme of "The Journey of Connection." The company will unveil an experiential booth where visitors can experience future mobility components and mobility robots. This marks Hyundai Wia's first appearance at CES.

An experiential vehicle equipped with the "Future Air Conditioning System" exhibited by Hyundai Wia at CES 2026, the world's largest electronics and IT exhibition. Hyundai Wia

At the center of Hyundai Wia's booth is an experiential vehicle that allows visitors to try out a customized air conditioning system called "Distributed HVAC (Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning)," which utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) and various sensors. This climate control technology not only manages temperature and humidity but also takes into account each passenger's body temperature, sensitivity to heat or cold, and individual preferences learned through AI.

Anticipating a future where drivers disappear and vehicle interiors become more versatile, Hyundai Wia has also repositioned the air outlets. A "roof air conditioner," similar to a system air conditioner, is installed on the upper part of the vehicle. It directs airflow to follow passenger movements and offers an "indirect wind" function for those who do not want cold air to touch their skin. Conversely, "radiant warmers" that emit infrared rays are installed under the floor and seats, recreating the traditional Korean ondol heating system in a car instead of using dry heater air.

Hyundai Wia has also significantly reduced the size and weight of the air conditioning system, securing an additional 600mm of space inside the vehicle. This not only increases the usable space within the cabin but also enhances the utility of the front trunk. The efficiency of the air conditioning system has also improved by approximately 18%.

Hyundai Wia showcased the 'Dual Constant Velocity Joint (Dual C.V. Joint)' at CES 2026, the world's largest electronics and IT exhibition. Hyundai Wia

Hyundai Wia also unveiled a range of drive components for future mobility. The most notable is the "Dual Constant Velocity Joint (Dual C.V. Joint)," a component that connects two constant velocity joints in series. Developed by Hyundai Wia for the first time in the world, it allows for a maximum steering angle of 52 degrees, dramatically reducing the turning radius of vehicles. This makes U-turns and navigating narrow alleys much easier.

The "Active Roll Stabilization (ARS)" is another future mobility component that enhances driving performance. It significantly reduces body roll when driving on rough roads or during cornering. The system precisely detects shocks and vibrations from the road surface and controls the vehicle's posture accordingly.

Hyundai Wia also introduced the "Wheel Disconnect System (WDS)," which allows the separation of the electric vehicle drive shaft and wheels as needed. By reducing unnecessary power loss, this component improves energy efficiency and extends driving range. At the Hyundai Wia booth, visitors can observe the wheels and drive shaft separated, with the wheels moving independently.

At this year's CES, Hyundai Wia announced its plan to showcase the robot platform "H-Motion" and present futuristic manufacturing logistics solutions. The parking robot consists of a pair of slim robots that slide under a vehicle, lift the wheels, and move the car. Capable of lifting and transporting vehicles weighing up to 3.4 tons at a maximum speed of 1.2 meters per second, it can be used for heavy vehicles such as electric cars or SUVs.

The company also introduced logistics robots and collaborative robots for use in manufacturing sites. The autonomous mobile robot (AMR) can carry loads of up to 1.5 tons and features both lidar-based autonomous driving and guided driving via QR code recognition. Unlike conventional robots, collaborative robots can work alongside humans without additional safety devices. Hyundai Wia has equipped its booth with a collaborative robot capable of lifting up to 15 kilograms, which can recognize objects and move them to desired locations as directed by the user.

Kwon Ohseong, CEO of Hyundai Wia, stated, "At CES 2026, visitors will be able to witness all of Hyundai Wia's capabilities in mobility and robotics," adding, "We will continue to strive to become a company recognized for our technology on the global stage."