Hyundai Innovation Challenge 2026

About

An innovation challenge offering startups the opportunity to co-develop proof-of-concepts with Hyundai Motor India, focusing on electrification, new mobility, and advanced technologies. Participants will gain access to testing facilities, potential investment opportunities, and advisory support from industry experts, all while collaborating closely with Hyundai's ecosystem to bring their innovative solutions to market.

Benefits

• 🤝Co-development Support
  Co-development of proof-of-concept with Hyundai Motor India Limited
• 🔬Testing Opportunities
  Testing and validation opportunities with Hyundai Motor India Engineering
• 💰Investment Potential
  Potential follow-on investment opportunities
• 🌐Market Exposure
  Access to Hyundai's customer base for market exposure
• 🧑‍🏫 Advisory Support
  Advisory support from Hyundai subject matter experts
• 🎓Grant Support
  Grant for proof-of-concept development.

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a registered business entity
• Startups developing solutions in electrification, new mobility, connectivity, ADAS, AI-driven tools, and next-generation vehicle technologies
• Must be able to co-develop proof-of-concepts with Hyundai.

Participation Commitments

• Must commit to a 6-month program duration
• Active participation in co-development and testing phases
• Commitment to collaborate closely with Hyundai's ecosystem.

Target Region

India

Target Sector

Automotive, Technology