Hyundai and Humanoid Robots
Hyundai’s Atlas humanoid robot, developed by its Boston Dynamics subsidiary, won the best robot award at CES 2026. The automaker plans to integrate Atlas into its Savannah, Georgia car factory by 2028, starting with simple tasks and expanding complexity by 2030. Atlas can lift 110 pounds and learn tasks in under a day, signaling a significant advancement in robotic capabilities.
Toyota’s AI Innovations
Toyota is collaborating with Boston Dynamics to enhance Atlas with advanced AI learning models. This partnership aims to improve the robot’s efficiency in factory settings, allowing it to adapt to dynamic situations, potentially revolutionizing automation in manufacturing.
Tesla’s Future with Optimus Robots
Tesla plans to shift production focus to its Optimus humanoid robots, predicting that these will constitute 80% of the company’s value in the future. CEO Elon Musk announced the goal of producing 1 million units annually at its Fremont factory but noted that development is still in early stages.
