Automakers, tech giants gather in Seoul for physical AI showcase

In Seoul, the world of artificial intelligence (AI) is set to make a significant leap forward with the upcoming 2026 Autonomous Mobility Expo (AME). This three-day event, taking place from Tuesday to Thursday at Coex in Hall B, will bring together leading technology firms, automakers, and mobility specialists to showcase the future of physical AI.

Co-hosted by Coex and the Korea Association of Autonomous Mobility Industry, the AME will delve into a variety of AI-related topics, such as autonomous driving technology, AI software, mobility services, unmanned and logistics robots, and the infrastructure supporting them. Tech giants like Autonomous a2z, Socar, RideFlux, SWM, and SOSLAB are among the companies expected to exhibit their latest innovations and services at the expo.

The conference portion of the AME will focus on the transformative shift from generative AI to physical AI, exploring advancements like world models, vision-language-action systems, autonomous driving foundation models, and software-defined vehicles. Esteemed speakers from industry leaders such as Nvidia and Hyundai Motor Group will share their insights on these cutting-edge developments.

The AME aims to expand its scope beyond traditional AI applications, emphasizing the importance of high-definition maps, logistics robots, and mobility services in the evolving landscape of autonomous mobility. As the race to integrate AI into the physical world intensifies, Seoul is poised to become a key hub for the unveiling of the next generation of AI technologies.