The leading South Korean automaker Hyundai Motor Group’s unit introduced a door-installed curtain airbag, which deploys from the bottom to the top, and a self-supporting passenger airbag, which absorbs impact solely through the support from the lower part of the inflatable cushion.“These safety technologies consider the unique characteristics of PBVs, which typically have a spacious interior and versatile design options,” Hyundai Mobis said in a statement.“With the anticipated commercialization of PBV-based fleet services starting next year, the demand for passenger safety technologies in this sector is expected to increase.”The company plans to develop various airbags for PBVs, which need dedicated inflatable cushions as the tailored vehicles can be manufactured in various forms such as passenger cars, trucks and taxis depending on what is placed on electric vehicle platforms.
The self-supporting passenger airbag for front-seat passengers overcomes the structural challenges of PBVs by absorbing impact using only the support from the lower part of the cushion, Hyundai Mobis said.
Hyundai Mobis Co., the world’s sixth-largest auto parts maker, on Thursday unveiled the industry’s first airbags for purpose-built vehicles (PBVs) as its affiliates -- Hyundai Motor Co.and Kia Corp.– aim to make a foray into the market of personalized cars for various uses.
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