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Hyundai and Kia develop UV-C car sanitation system

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Hyundai and Kia are developing a new in-car sanitation system called Plasma Care UVC, which uses far-ultraviolet C (Far-UVC) light to reduce bacteria and viruses. This technology is designed to operate safely even with passengers present and is particularly effective at eliminating odor-causing organisms. Rigorous testing has shown significant reductions in airborne viruses, pneumonia-causing bacteria, and E. coli, though direct illumination is required for effectiveness, and some pathogens can self-repair. AI

RANK_REASON The article discusses a new technology for car interiors, not a core AI development.

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Hyundai and Kia develop UV-C car sanitation system

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Lawrence Bonk) ·

    Future Hyundai and Kia cars might never need air fresheners thanks to UV tech

    Far-UVC could help rid future cars of odors.

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