World's first 'haptic' steering wheel controls

I. Innovative 'touch-sensitive' control panel

In future Kia vehicles, the all-new UVO system will be offered with an innovative touch-sensitive control panel. Advantages over normal buttons include improved response time ensuring sharper and faster reactions to user inputs and enhanced durability with fewer parts.

Looking forward, the use of touch panels with Field Effect ASIC (inner and outer electrodes triggered by finger contact) will enable Kia engineers and designers to take bold steps in rethinking the interior design of Kia models.

II. World's first 'haptic' steering wheel controls

Kia is showcasing the world's first 'haptic' control module built into a car's steering wheel. Touch-sensitive, the haptic control is positioned for easy operation by the driver's thumb and generates reactive feedback vibrations. It features seven modes to control all elements of the vehicle's audio system.

Drivers will quickly learn to monitor the car's systems through touch alone, allowing them to keep their hands on the wheel and their eyes on the road - improving road safety.