Hyundai Motor Group Opens New European Test Facility to Lead Development of Next-Generation Technology - CleanTechnica

Hyundai Motor Group has inaugurated a new €150 million facility called Square Campus at its Hyundai Motor Europe Technical Center (HMETC) in Rüsselsheim, Germany, marking a significant investment in European R&D and innovation. This expansion is the largest at HMETC since 2003 and aims to accelerate the development of advanced technologies for Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis models tailored to European customers. The 25,000m² site features one of the world’s largest semi-anechoic chambers for noise and vibration testing, advanced dynamometer facilities compatible with electric, hybrid, and internal combustion powertrains, an EV charging laboratory, a driving simulator, and new electronics development labs focusing on OTA updates, cybersecurity, and ADAS. Square Campus enhances HMETC’s ability to conduct comprehensive, weather-independent testing and validation of vehicles under real-world conditions, supporting Hyundai Motor Group’s strategy to lead in advanced automotive technologies. The facility also embodies sustainable design principles, incorporating recycled materials, photovoltaic