AI Valet in Action: Hyundai’s Parking Robot for the Kia EV3 Goes Viral Worldwide

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Hyundai’s AI-powered valet parking robot for the Kia EV3 has gone viral worldwide. Discover how real robots are reshaping smart mobility and EV logistics.

A futuristic yellow parking robot lifting a white electric SUV inside a high-tech indoor parking facility, in a sci-fi digital illustration.



An AI-powered parking robot from Hyundai Motor Group is stealing the spotlight across global online platforms — and not just for its futuristic look. This isn’t sci-fi. It’s a real robot in use, enhanced by artificial intelligence to perform seamless valet parking for the all-electric Kia EV3.

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1. Why Is the Video Going Viral?

A short 40-second promotional video titled “Kia EV3 Valet Parking Robot” has gone viral globally. The video features a pair of flat, intelligent parking robots lifting the EV3 from underneath and smoothly moving it into a parking space. Their movements — accelerated with AI-based animation — almost look like a futuristic dance. The video has now been shared across 50 platforms with over 5.8 million views and thousands of positive comments.


                                                   “Image Source: Hyundai Motor Group”

2. What Is the Parking Robot and How Does It Work?

  • Developer: Hyundai WIA, a Hyundai Motor Group affiliate
  • Thickness: Just 110mm, slim enough to slide under vehicles
  • Technology: Equipped with LiDAR to detect wheel size and position precisely
  • Capacity: Can lift vehicles up to 2.2 tons
  • Speed: Moves at up to 1.2 meters per second, in all directions

The robot was first deployed in June 2023 at Factoryal Seongsu, a robot-friendly office building in Seoul. It is also actively used at Hyundai’s global sites like HMGMA (USA) and the Hyundai Motor Group Innovation Center in Singapore (HMGICS).

3. Global Reaction – From Reddit to Supercar Blondie

The video's breakthrough moment came in April 2025 when it was featured on Reddit’s “Science Tech Engineering World.” Soon after, it spread to global media and influencer channels including:

  • Supercar Blondie (Australia)
  • Times Brazil (CNBC affiliate)
  • Forbes Serbia

Hyundai reported that over 75% of the 2,700+ comments were positive — applauding its real-world application, not just animation.

4. Real-World Use – Not Just CGI

This isn’t just an AI-generated marketing stunt. The robots shown are real. What Hyundai cleverly did was to overlay real footage of their parking robots with realistic AI animation to illustrate future-ready efficiency. The strategy not only highlighted the tech’s potential but amplified public interest in automation, robotics, and EV infrastructure.

5. FAQ

Q1. Is this robot real or just an animation?

It’s real. Hyundai’s parking robot has been in use since 2023. The video uses AI-enhanced effects for engagement, but the tech exists.

Q2. Where is this robot being used?

In Seoul’s Factoryal Seongsu building, Hyundai’s Georgia EV plant (HMGMA), and its Singapore innovation center (HMGICS).

Q3. Can this robot be commercialized globally?

Yes. Its modular design and AI-based control system make it suitable for parking lots, offices, and urban EV hubs worldwide.



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