Hyundai presents AI robotics strategy at CES 2026

Hyundai Motor Group (HMG) has unveiled its AI Robotics Strategy at the Consumer Electronics Show 2026 (CES 2026), presenting a bold roadmap for advancing human-robot collaboration under the theme "Partnering Human Progress".

This strategy is underpinned by three foundational partnerships: Partnering humans with co-working robots, partnering HMG's capabilities with Boston Dynamics to create an end-to-end AI robotics value chain, and partnering with AI leaders to drive the vision of "Progress for Humanity".

Boston Dynamics has unveiled the product version of its new Atlas robot

HMG will also promote the establishment of its Physical AI Application Centre, which will play a key role in advancing the physical AI ecosystem. In addition, the Group plans to build a robot manufacturing and foundry plant based on customised robotics technologies developed through physical AI.

In addition, HMG also unveiled the Atlas humanoid robot at CES 2026. As a general-purpose humanoid, the Atlas prototype serves as a research model, testing core capabilities essential for future products. Equipped with advanced rotational joints and sensors, Atlas can navigate complex industrial environments, perform repetitive tasks, and leverage AI-driven learning to quickly adapt to new roles. Its mechanical design enables dynamic movement, ensuring it can operate in spaces traditionally suited to humans.

The Spot robot also made an appearance at CES 2026

HMG also plans to integrate the Atlas robot across its global network, gradually expanding its deployment through process-by-process validation. Beginning in 2028, Atlas will be introduced on processes with proven safety and quality benefits, such as parts sequencing. By 2030, applications will extend to component assembly, and over time, Atlas will also take on tasks involving repetitive motions, heavy loads, and other complex operations, ensuring safer working environments for factory employees.

Visitors to its CES 2026 booth can explore the capabilities of HMG’s cutting-edge AI robotics through live demonstrations and immersive exhibits. These include Boston Dynamics’ Spot, Stretch, and Atlas; HMG Robotics Lab’s X-ble Shoulder, Automatic Charging Robot, and Mobile Eccentric Droid; Motional’s Ioniq 5 Robotaxi; and Hyundai WIA's Autonomous Mobile Robot, Collaborative Robot, and Parking Robot.