Hyundai Motor and Kia Unveil World's First In-Vehicle 'Plasma Care UVC' Sanitization Technology

Hyundai Motor and Kia Unveil World's First In-Vehicle 'Plasma Care UVC' Sanitization Technology

• Hyundai Motor and Kia introduce a first-of-its-kind 'Plasma Care UVC' technology, utilizing Far-UVC light for in-vehicle sanitization

• The advanced system helps reduce bacteria and odor-causing microorganisms in the cabin, even while passengers are present

• Engineers developed a compact plasma-based system with optimized durability and controlled wavelength emission, enabling seamless in-vehicle integration

• Comprehensive testing across component and real-vehicle environments verified performance, while a new video highlights its potential in future mobility applications

SEOUL, June 24, 2026 -- Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Corporation today unveiled 'Plasma Care UVC,' the world's first in-vehicle sanitization technology that uses a plasma lamp to sanitize the vehicle cabin environment and reduce odors, even while passengers are present.

Unlike conventional ultraviolet sterilization, which can pose risks to the skin and eyes upon direct exposure, Hyundai Motor and Kia's newly developed Plasma Care UVC utilizes far-ultraviolet C (Far-UVC) light in the 200--230 nanometer (nm) range. This specific wavelength delivers high energy for an effective sanitizing effect, while its limited penetration depth is designed to remain on the outer keratin layer of human skin without reaching deeper layers. In contrast, bacteria and viruses lack this protective barrier, allowing Far-UVC light to penetrate and destroy their DNA.

By effectively targeting bacteria and microorganisms, Plasma Care UVC also helps remove odor-causing substances produced during their proliferation, creating a more pleasant cabin environment.

How Was Far-UVC Adapted for the Automotive Environment?

Hyundai Motor and Kia successfully adapted Far-UVC technology for use in vehicle cabin environments by developing a compact, durable system powered by a specialized plasma lamp and reinforced with advanced safety controls.

While conventional UVC (255--280 nm) is restricted to enclosed spaces--such as toothbrush sterilizers and vehicle glove boxes--because direct human exposure to this wavelength can be harmful, Far-UVC (200--230 nm) is designed for use in occupied environments such as hospitals and schools. However, applying Far-UVC to open vehicle cabin spaces required addressing several key challenges:

• Confined cabin space compared to typical room environments

• High concentrations of electronic components

• Close proximity to passengers

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