Hyundai Motor India Leads the Way in Green Manufacturing
Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL), India’s premium smart mobility solutions provider has reached a significant milestone in sustainable manufacturing by successfully testing over 4.25 million engines with its revolutionary Cold Bed Engine Testing technology - a process that eliminates the need for fuel, coolant, and water.
Introduced in 2013, Cold Bed Engine Testing allows HMIL to assess engine performance using electricity from renewable sources rather than traditional fuel-based methods. The system employs smart sensors to analyze key quality parameters, ensuring precision without emissions.
Speaking on the achievement, Mr. Gopalakrishnan CS, Whole-time Director and Chief Manufacturing Officer, HMIL, said, "At Hyundai Motor India, we constantly push the boundaries of innovation to deliver world-class quality while championing sustainability. By successfully testing over 4.25 million engines using zero-emission Cold Bed Engine Testing technology, we have significantly advanced our commitment to eco-friendly manufacturing - curbing over 2 million kg of CO₂ emissions and optimizing efficiency with US $1 million in operational savings. Our fully automated, fuel-free testing process ensures that every engine meets the highest standards while reinforcing our vision of responsible mobility. As we celebrate our 30th year of ‘Make in India, Made for the World,’ we remain dedicated to pioneering advanced solutions that shape a greener, smarter future for the automotive industry."
HMIL’s fully automated, zero-emission engine testing process reflects its commitment to sustainability and innovation. As the company continues to set industry benchmarks, this milestone reflects HMIL’s resolve to develop cleaner, more efficient technologies for the future – both in terms of products, and processes.
