Seoul: Hyundai Motor Group announced plans to host a software developer conference next month in Seoul, marking a significant step towards becoming a software-defined vehicle manufacturer and expanding its application ecosystem. The Pleos 25 conference is scheduled to take place at COEX in southern Seoul on March 28, where Hyundai will reveal key technologies essential for its software development.
According to Yonhap News Agency, the event will offer avenues for collaboration with mobile app developers and business partners, highlighting next-generation infotainment application development environments and a dedicated software marketplace. During the conference, Hyundai plans to introduce its new software brand, Pleos, which reflects the company's vision of integrating data across vehicles, devices, and spaces.
Furthermore, the group will unveil its new open software platform, providing developers and partners with access to software development kits and application programming interfaces specifically designed for Hyundai Motor Group vehicles. This initiative underscores Hyundai's commitment to fostering innovation and collaboration in the automotive software industry.