Hyundai’s MobED wins robotics award for stable all-terrain motion

At CES 2026 in Las Vegas, Hyundai Motor Group’s Robotics LAB won the Best of Innovation Award in Robotics for its MobED (Mobile Eccentric Droid), a compact four-wheeled robot designed to navigate challenging terrains such as steep ramps and high curbs. Utilizing Hyundai’s proprietary Drive and Lift (DnL) technology, MobED maintains stability on uneven surfaces by independently adjusting each wheel to keep the platform level. The robot is offered in two versions: the Basic model, a controller-operated platform for developers, and the Pro model, equipped with LiDAR, camera sensors, and AI algorithms for autonomous navigation and a “follow-me” mode, making it suitable for urban environments and commercial use. MobED is intended for diverse applications including last-mile logistics, service industry roles as a digital guide or mobile advertising platform, and carrying various payloads up to 47 kg (Basic) or 57 kg (Pro). The Pro model can reach speeds up to 10 km/h. First