Hyundai WIA Enters Automotive Climate Control Market with First Supply to Kia PV5

Mass Production of Systems for Internal Combustion and Hybrid Vehicles by 2027
Scheduled to Supply for the Successor Model of Hyundai Motor's Kona

Hyundai WIA has entered the automotive climate control system market by supplying an integrated thermal management system for Kia's Purpose Built Vehicle (PBV) PV5.

On July 25, Hyundai WIA announced that it has developed and begun mass production of automotive climate control systems, including air conditioning and heating units for vehicle interiors. The first application of Hyundai WIA's climate control system will be in Kia's PBV PV5.

Until now, Hyundai WIA had mainly produced components related to thermal management, such as coolant and refrigerant modules. This time, by supplying an integrated thermal management system, the company has expanded its presence in the automotive climate control market. Starting in 2027, Hyundai WIA will also mass-produce climate control systems applicable not only to electric vehicles but also to internal combustion engine and hybrid vehicles. This system is scheduled to be supplied to the successor model of Hyundai Motor’s Kona.

A researcher from Hyundai Wia is conducting an air conditioning system test on the 25th at Hyundai Wia Thermal Management Test Building in Uiwang, Gyeonggi Province. Photo by Hyundai Wia

Hyundai WIA has independently developed the 'HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Unit),' a core component of climate control systems. The HVAC unit uses an evaporator and heater to provide air at the optimal temperature according to the situation by conditioning air drawn from outside. In addition, Hyundai WIA has newly developed a 'cooling module (CRFM)' that cools air and coolant. The cooling module, which consists of a condenser, radiator, and cooling fan, is positioned at the front of the vehicle to support overall thermal management.

Based on its extensive experience in manufacturing automotive modules, Hyundai WIA focused on optimizing the packaging of the HVAC and CRFM. The company reduced the number of components to suit electric vehicle systems, making the system lighter and improving interior comfort. At the same time, noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) have also been minimized.

Hyundai WIA aims to continue investing in thermal management systems and expand its order volume. In fact, this year Hyundai WIA is investing 45.9 billion won in research on eco-friendly automotive parts, including integrated thermal management systems. Next year, the company plans to increase its investment in eco-friendly automotive parts research to 56.5 billion won, and in 2027, to 57.8 billion won.

Kim Namyoung, Head of Hyundai WIA's TMS Division, said, "Thanks to the passionate efforts of our members, we are pleased to introduce a climate control system with advanced technology," and added, "We will strive to become a 'first mover' in the global mobility thermal management market through continuous research and development."

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