Hyundai Motor Group backs unified plug-and-charge system in South Korea
Automaker transfers EV charging authentication technology to support a nationwide framework aimed at simplifying charging and improving interoperability.
Hyundai Motor Group has partnered with South Korea’s Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment and the Korea Environment Corporation (K-eco) to establish a unified plug-and-charge authentication framework for electric vehicle (EV) charging across the country.
The initiative is designed to standardize plug-and-charge technology, which allows drivers to authenticate, charge and pay automatically by simply connecting a charging cable to their vehicle. The system eliminates the need for membership cards, mobile apps or credit card payments at charging stations.
Under the agreement, Hyundai Motor Group will transfer, free of charge, the certificates and certification authority it has operated since 2021. The technology will be integrated into a national authentication system developed by K-eco with support from the government, as reported by ChosunBiz.
The move aims to address one of the key challenges facing plug-and-charge adoption in South Korea: differing authentication methods among charging equipment manufacturers and network operators. By creating a standardized framework, the partners hope to improve interoperability and provide a more consistent charging experience for EV drivers.
The system will be available to customers of Hyundai, Kia and Genesis vehicles, as well as drivers of imported EVs that support the technology. Charging operators will also be able to utilize the common framework.
