Hyundai Motor Company has successfully completed a pilot project for Private 5G (P-5G) RedCap (Reduced Capability) technology in collaboration with Samsung Electronics, marking a significant milestone in smart manufacturing innovation.
This achievement positions Hyundai Motor as the first in the mobility manufacturing sector to verify P-5G RedCap technology, reinforcing its leadership in advanced industrial connectivity. Hyundai’s collaboration with Samsung, a global leader in network solutions, is expected to drive further innovation in smart mobility, automation, and factory efficiency.
Since January 2025, Hyundai Motor has been rigorously testing Samsung’s P-5G solutions, including radio, core, and management systems, using its in-house vehicle inspection equipment at Samsung’s Suwon campus. The project verified the effectiveness of P-5G RedCap technology, which offers lower power consumption, reduced bandwidth usage, and improved connectivity compared to traditional Wi-Fi.
P-5G technology ensures seamless data transmission, high-speed wireless communication, and centralized control of industrial robots and devices, making it essential for Hyundai’s smart factories. Previously limited to high-performance equipment, RedCap technology now enhances operations by enabling real-time communication for vehicle inspection equipment, small tools, cameras, and tablets.
Simon Lee, Vice President of B2B·B2G Business Development, Networks Business at Samsung Electronics, highlighting the transformative potential of the partnership, said, 'Our collaboration with Hyundai Motor demonstrates how two industry leaders can drive business innovation and create new real-world applications through best-in-class technology. Samsung’s RedCap-powered private 5G solutions will open new possibilities for enterprises, manufacturers, and public institutions, unlocking more efficient 5G networks.'
Hyundai Motor has already deployed P-5G-enabled automated guided vehicles in its Ulsan plant since October 2024 and adapted the technology for over 200 autonomous mobile robots at its Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) in the US. The results have been remarkable, with significant reductions in communication disruptions and production downtime.
The company’s dual wireless communication solution, combining 5G and Wi-Fi, has led to zero communication-related downtime since deployment, further enhancing operational efficiency. Looking ahead, Hyundai plans to integrate P-5G into its new EV-dedicated plant in Ulsan, set to open in 2026, as part of its broader vision for next-generation smart manufacturing.
Jae Min Lee, Vice President and Head of E-FOREST Center of Hyundai Motor and Kia, said, 'Hyundai Motor was the first Korean company to implement P-5G in mass production. Now, we are the industry’s first to verify P-5G RedCap technology, reinforcing our global leadership in smart manufacturing solutions. We will continue to accelerate its commercialization.'
With Hyundai and Samsung leading the charge, P-5G RedCap technology is set to redefine the future of automated production, industrial connectivity, and mobility solutions, shaping the next era of smart factories worldwide.
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