Hyundai to Unveil AI Robotics Strategy at CES 2026, Introduce Atlas Robot

Hyundai Motor Group announced its plan to reveal its artificial intelligence (AI) robotics strategy at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 and introduce the next-generation humanoid robot, Atlas, developed by its US subsidiary Boston Dynamics. The group will present a keynote session on Jan. 5 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, focusing on “Partnering Human Progress: AI Robotics, from the Lab to Life.” The event will showcase advanced AI robotics technologies, human-robot collaboration approaches, and the group’s vision to establish an AI robotics ecosystem. A key highlight will be the introduction of Atlas on stage, demonstrating real-world applications of Hyundai’s AI robotics technologies. Additionally, Hyundai Motor aims to outline its strategy for leveraging robotics technologies through its software-defined factory concept to become a comprehensive AI-based production solutions provider. In another development, Hyundai Motor Group disclosed its plans to establish a significant battery research and development (R&D) center in South Korea to enhance its electric vehicle (EV) competitiveness. The company recently conducted a topping-out ceremony for the Future Mobility Battery Campus in Anseong, marking progress in the construction of the facility. With an investment of 1.2 trillion won ($818.3 million), the new campus, spanning 111,000 square meters, symbolizes the group’s commitment to leading future mobility through cutting-edge battery R&D infrastructure. The completion of the facility is expected by the end of 2026. Hyundai Motor emphasized that the new battery campus will serve as its primary comprehensive battery R&D hub, enabling the internalization of core battery capabilities and the integration of battery technology research functions.