Hyundai Wia is expanding its presence in the European automotive parts market by showcasing its thermal management systems and next-generation drive technologies.
On October 27, the company announced at the International Automotive Parts Exhibition 'IZB 2026' in Wolfsburg, Germany, that it unveiled key components for electrified vehicles.
IZB is an automotive parts exhibition hosted by Volkswagen, featuring 858 companies from 36 countries this year. Hyundai Wia focused on presenting thermal management systems that enhance electric vehicle efficiency and space utilization, along with next-generation drive components.
The company also introduced HVAC components for regulating vehicle interior temperatures and a 'Slim HVAC' designed to improve space efficiency and energy consumption.
Additionally, Hyundai Wia showcased a 'Cooling Module' capable of simultaneously cooling batteries and power electronics. This innovation integrates two previously separate radiators into one, reducing thickness and weight.
Another highlight was the 'Wheel Disconnect System (WDS),' which allows for the separation of the drive shaft and wheels as needed, minimizing unnecessary power loss.
Other technologies on display included an 'Active Roll Stabilization System (ARS)' that mitigates body roll during cornering and a 'Dual Constant Velocity Joint' that achieves a steering angle of up to 60 degrees, reducing the vehicle's turning radius.
A Hyundai Wia representative stated, "This exhibition has allowed us to showcase our future drive and thermal management technologies to the European market. We aim to expand our orders in Europe through continuous research and development and proactive sales efforts."
Meanwhile, Hyundai Wia is nurturing its thermal management business as a future growth driver. According to its recently announced mid-to-long-term growth strategy, the company plans to increase combined sales from its thermal management systems (TMS) and robotics business from approximately 400 billion won this year to 4 trillion won by 2035. The TMS segment is projected to grow at an average annual rate of 40.4%, reaching 2.7 trillion won by 2035.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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