Hyundai Motor Group Unveils MobED, Its First Mass-Produced Mobility Robot Platform, at iREX 2025
Hyundai Motor Group has officially entered the commercial robotics market with the debut of MobED (Mobile Eccentric Droid), the company’s first mass-produced mobility robot platform, showcased this week at the International Robot Exhibition (iREX 2025) in Tokyo.
MobED marks a major step forward for the Group’s Robotics LAB, transforming an early concept first revealed at CES 2022 into a fully autonomous, production-ready mobility platform designed for both industrial tasks and everyday applications. Two models — MobED Pro and MobED Basic — are slated for commercial sales in the first half of 2026.
A Platform Built on Adaptive Mobility and AI Autonomy
Unlike traditional mobile robots designed for specific environments, MobED is engineered as a universal platform that can adapt to a wide range of terrain and use cases. Its defining feature is an eccentric posture control mechanism that allows the robot to maintain balance, adjust height, and remain stable even on irregular surfaces. The system is powered by the Group’s automotive-grade Drive-and-Lift (DnL) modules, which integrate driving, steering, and posture-control motors into a single unit.
This hardware foundation is paired with a new software stack Hyundai calls “Intuitive Autonomy.” The robot uses LiDAR-camera fusion, AI-based perception, and predictive navigation algorithms to map its environment, avoid obstacles, and operate safely in crowded or confined spaces. An accessible touchscreen controller and 3D UI are designed to make MobED usable by operators with little technical expertise.
A Flexible Platform for Endless Applications
Hyundai emphasizes that MobED is not a robot with a single purpose — it is a platform intended to support “infinite journey” applications. Its modular design includes universal mounting rails and open APIs, allowing customers to attach equipment for logistics, delivery, inspection, filming, research work, and more. MobED can operate indoors or outdoors, reducing the need for companies to deploy different robots for different environments.
The MobED Pro model includes advanced autonomy features, including LiDAR-camera fusion and a “follow-me” mode designed for commercial or outdoor use. The MobED Basic variant serves as a customizable foundation for researchers and developers who want to build solutions on top of the platform.
A Design That Blends Precision and Elegance
Hyundai’s design team refers to MobED’s aesthetic as the “Refined Edge,” highlighting the combination of sharp lines, smooth curves, and high-quality metals. Integrated sensors and DnL modules are visually balanced within the chassis, creating a look that communicates both functional capability and industrial sophistication.
A Game-Changing Engineering Approach
At the heart of MobED is a hybrid mobility system capable of multi-directional movement and fine posture adjustments. Hyundai says the optimization-based control algorithms are inspired by multi-joint robotics, allowing the unit to climb small obstacles, traverse uneven ground, and maintain stable movement even when carrying payloads. Its navigation system supports real-time tracking, obstacle avoidance, and route optimization.
“The new model takes center stage at our iREX booth because MobED represents a next-generation solution for how robots will coexist with humans,” said Dong Jin Hyun, Vice President and Head of Hyundai Motor Group Robotics LAB. “We believe it will set new standards in the global robotics market.”
Public Debut at iREX 2025
At the Group’s booth in West Hall 3–4, Hyundai is demonstrating MobED in scenarios including delivery, logistics, golf course support, broadcasting assistance, loading/unloading tasks, and autonomous charging. A technical seminar titled “A Novel Hybrid-Type Mobile Robot Platform: MobED” will be held December 3, offering visitors a deeper look into the platform’s engineering and the LAB’s vision.
Mass production is planned for the first half of 2026, marking the first time Hyundai Motor Group will bring a mobile robot platform to the commercial market at scale. More information and future product updates are available on the Hyundai Motor Group Robotics LAB website.
