The ingenious technology aims to significantly enhance the convenience of loading and unloading goods by allowing the cargo area side doors, mounted on the Chassis-Cab, to swing and slide open and closed according to requirements. (Image courtesy of Hyundai and Kia)
SEOUL, May 23 (Korea Bizwire) — Hyundai Motor Co. and its affiliate Kia Corp. have introduced an innovative “Stepless Swing & Sliding Door Technology” for truck beds, aiming to enhance convenience and efficiency. This groundbreaking development allows the side doors of the cargo area to function as both sliding and swing doors, offering flexibility in loading and unloading goods.
Traditionally, light-duty trucks have side doors that slide open on either side of the cargo area, requiring the rear door for unloading larger items. However, this design compromises interior space due to the thickness of the sliding door. In response, Hyundai and Kia have devised a solution where the cargo area side doors can swing open, sliding effortlessly to accommodate larger items. By implementing a sliding mechanism that positions the opening door outside the fixed door, interior space loss is minimized.
Throughout the development process, Hyundai and Kia actively sought input from real-world users, including delivery drivers who face challenges with limited door options when using cargo doors. This customer-centric approach drove the creation of this innovative solution, aimed at revolutionizing delivery services by incorporating the insights and needs of logistics drivers.
The companies have filed a patent application for this technology and plan to conduct comprehensive durability and performance tests before deciding on mass production. They recognize the significance of this chassis cab cargo door technology as a next-generation advancement that will deliver enhanced value to customers in the field of future mobility.
Hyundai and Kia’s commitment to customer-centric innovation and their focus on addressing real-world challenges underscore their dedication to developing advanced technologies that meet the evolving needs of their customers. With the introduction of the Stepless Swing & Sliding Door Technology, they aim to provide enhanced convenience and efficiency for truck bed operations, ultimately benefiting delivery services and logistics drivers.
M. H. Lee (mhlee@koreabizwire.com)
