ATLANTA – Hyundai Motor Group and Georgia Tech have entered a partnership aimed at applying hydrogen technology in electric vehicles.
Representatives of the two parties signed a memorandum of understanding Monday to join forces in researching sustainable mobility, including developing a hydrogen economy.
Hyundai is investing $12.6 billion in an EV plant west of Savannah – the largest economic development project in Georgia history – and a battery manufacturing facility near Cartersville.
“Like Georgia Tech, Hyundai is a global brand that is synonymous with quality, innovation and a commitment to advancing technology to make a positive difference in the world,” Georgia Tech President Angel Cabrera said Monday.
“The more we have gotten to know each other, the more obvious the alignment of our values has become.”
“Georgia is like a second home to us,” added Jay Chang, president and CEO of Hyundai Motor Co. “We are thrilled to create a partnership with Georgia Tech that includes research and applications to support the future of sustainable mobility.”
Elements of the new partnership will include joint research and development programs focused on the future of sustainable mobility, such as battery technology and expanding the use of hydrogen in EVs. Georgia Tech and Hyundai also will create technical training and leadership development programs for Hyundai employees, while Hyundai will participate in career recruitment events at Georgia Tech.
Also, Bobby Dodd Stadium on the Tech campus is being renamed Bobby Dodd Stadium at Hyundai Field.