Lotte to debut at Seoul Mobility Show
Lotte's exhibition, themed 'L.Mobility Panorama,' will showcase its future mobility value chain across three key zones: mobility technology, autonomous driving and hydrogen value chain.
Lotte Innovate, an affiliate of the group, will also operate a self-driving shuttle bus connecting Kintex's Hall 1 and Hall 2 parking areas. The shuttle, which received Korea's first Type B autonomous vehicle approval in October, will be available for all visitors.
Additionally, Lotte will set up a 4-meter-tall Bellygom photo zone, where visitors sharing photos on social media can receive Bellygom-themed balloons.
"As this is our first time at the Seoul Mobility Show, we are excited to showcase Lotte's vision for next-generation mobility, including battery materials, EV charging and hydrogen energy," a Lotte official said.
Under the theme 'Mobility, Everywhere,' this year's Seoul Mobility Show will feature 451 companies from 12 countries, highlighting advances in electrification and autonomous driving.
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