SMRTR Science & EngineeringJul 1, 2026The Next Web

Hyundai and Kia built a UV system that kills bacteria inside a car while you are sitting in it

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Hyundai and Kia developed Plasma Care UVC, an in-car sanitization system using far-ultraviolet light that kills bacteria and viruses while passengers are present. Unlike conventional UV systems, this safe wavelength can't penetrate human skin. Testing showed up to 99% bacteria elimination, though production timelines remain unannounced.

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