MELBOURNE, Australia, July 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On 24 July 2026, GAC and Melbourne City FC officially unveiled a strategic partnership at AAMI Park, bringing together two organisations driven by innovation, ambition, and a shared commitment to excellence. As part of City Football Group, Melbourne City FC stands among Australia’s leading professional football clubs, boasting a strong sporting legacy and a loyal fan base. Through the partnership, GAC becomes the Official Automotive Partner of Melbourne City FC, strengthening its connection with Australian audiences and reinforcing its long-term investment in the market.

Kevin Shu, GAC International Australia CEO, said: “Melbourne City FC has an incredible history in all A-League competitions and like this club, we always give 100% effort to all that we do. We are ambitious for where we want to be over the coming years and in the same way this team approaches the game, we seek exciting yet sustainable ways to strengthen our position in the market and to engage with the club’s supporters.”

Brad Rowse, Melbourne City FC CEO, said: “We’re delighted to welcome GAC Australia to Melbourne City as our Official Automotive Partner. GAC shares our ambition to innovate, challenge expectations and invest for the long term. We look forward to helping GAC build a meaningful connection with our members, fans and the wider local community.”

Following its partnership with Sydney FC, GAC continues to expand its sports partnerships in Australia and strengthen its commitment to the “In Australia, For Australia” philosophy. Through diverse brand activation and community engagement, GAC aims to strengthen connections with local consumers.

As a leading representative of China’s smart mobility and innovation-driven automotive industry, GAC continues to advance its global development through technological innovation, product excellence and customer-centrism solutions. In 2026, GAC celebrated the roll-off of its 30 millionth vehicle since its establishment in 1997, highlighting its enhanced global manufacturing capabilities, R&D strength and recognition from customers worldwide.

Looking ahead, GAC will continue to provide Australian customers with intelligent and sustainable mobility solutions through high-quality products, advanced technologies and localized services.

• Hyundai Motor Group shares roadmap for realizing its Physical AI vision and collaboration strategy with global tech leaders at the San Francisco AI Summit
• Executive Chair Euisun Chung presented, “Hyundai Motor Group is evolving beyond the traditional boundaries of automotive manufacturing to become a Physical AI solution company,” adding, “The ultimate Physical AI vision we pursue is the realization of integrated intelligence at the city level”
• The Group to leverage manufacturing competitiveness and leading robotics capabilities centered on Boston Dynamics, while establishing a data flywheel system connecting real-world operational data with continuous AI model advancement
• The Group to leverage strategic partnerships with global technology leaders, including NVIDIA and Waymo, as well as Boston Dynamics’ strategic partnership with Google DeepMind
• The Group to collaborate with NVIDIA to develop a Robot Reference Platform that combines Hyundai Motor Group’s and NVIDIA’s Physical AI capabilities

… The initiative to support Korea’s Physical AI industry through an open ecosystem

• The Group to cultivate strategic domestic hubs through investments in Saemangeum AI Valley and future advanced industries in Korea’s Yeongnam region

SAN FRANCISCO, July 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Hyundai Motor Group (the Group) Executive Chair Euisun Chung today outlined the Group’s vision and strategy for Physical AI at the San Francisco AI Summit held in San Francisco, California.

The event brought together approximately 150 attendees, including Executive Chair Chung, business leaders from major Korean companies, executives from leading U.S. technology firms, startup representatives and students.

At the summit, Executive Chair Chung presented the Group’s roadmap for advancing Physical AI and outlined strategic collaboration plans with global technology leaders.

“Hyundai Motor Group is evolving beyond the traditional boundaries of automotive manufacturing by expanding into autonomous driving, robotics and AI Defined Factories, accelerating our transformation into a Physical AI solution company.” — Hyundai Motor Group Executive Chair Euisun Chung

Accelerating the Transition to a Physical AI Solution Company

Hyundai Motor Group’s Physical AI vision extends beyond intelligent devices such as vehicles and robots to intelligent spaces, including AI factories where AI seamlessly connects and optimizes entire operations. Ultimately, the Group envisions integrated intelligence at the city level, where urban infrastructure is organically connected and operated through AI.

A key differentiator for the Group is its ability to create a data flywheel that continuously connects real-world operations with AI advancement. Drawing on extensive experience in large-scale manufacturing, mobility, robotics and service operations, the Group is positioned to deploy, refine and scale Physical AI technologies in real industrial environments.

Executive Chair Chung also outlined strategic partnerships with leading technology companies, including NVIDIA and Waymo, as well as Boston Dynamics’ strategic partnership with Google DeepMind, to further advance Physical AI capabilities.

By combining Hyundai Motor Group’s manufacturing competitiveness, mobility and robotics technologies and extensive operational data with the AI infrastructure and algorithm capabilities of global technology leaders, the Group aims to help foster a new innovation ecosystem for the Physical AI era.

Executive Chair Chung also introduced initiatives designed to support the growth of Korea’s robotics and AI ecosystem, including the development of a Robot Reference Platform with NVIDIA that combines Hyundai Motor Group’s and NVIDIA’s Physical AI capabilities, as well as investments in initiatives such as the Saemangeum AI Valley.

Physical AI Vision: From Intelligent Devices to Integrated Intelligence at the City Level

During the summit, Executive Chair Chung presented Hyundai Motor Group’s Physical AI vision.

“The ultimate Physical AI vision Hyundai Motor Group pursues begins with intelligent devices such as vehicles and robots, expands to intelligent spaces such as AI factories, and ultimately realizes integrated intelligence at the city level, where urban infrastructure is seamlessly connected and operated.” — Hyundai Motor Group Executive Chair Chung

The Group’s vision begins with intelligent devices, where AI capabilities enhance vehicles and robots. It then expands to intelligent spaces, including AI factories where AI autonomously integrates logistics, production and quality management across entire operations.

Ultimately, Hyundai Motor Group envisions city-level intelligence, where critical infrastructure and assets — including energy, mobility and robotics systems — are connected and optimized in real time.

Executive Chair Chung also highlighted the Group’s key strengths in realizing its Physical AI vision:

• World-class manufacturing competitiveness: Hyundai Motor Group has built extensive expertise through decades of operating global manufacturing facilities, managing quality systems and optimizing supply chains. This foundation enables the Group to apply AI technologies to products, processes and services while rapidly validating and scaling innovations in real-world environments.
• Leading robotics capabilities: Hyundai Motor Group has established robotics as a key pillar of its future business portfolio. Boston Dynamics’ quadruped robot Spot^®, logistics robot Stretch^®, and Hyundai Motor Group Robotics LAB’s next-generation mobile robot platform MobED are recognized for combining technological competitiveness with real-world applicability.

  In particular, the humanoid robot Atlas^® is emerging as a representative example of Physical AI, supporting and collaborating with people across manufacturing, logistics and mobility environments.

• Establishing a data flywheel system: Hyundai Motor Group is establishing a data flywheel system that leverages data generated across manufacturing operations, vehicles, logistics systems and robotics demonstrations to continuously advance AI models. Enhanced algorithms are then reapplied to real-world operations, creating a virtuous cycle that improves performance and strengthens Physical AI capabilities.

Accelerating the Future of Physical AI Through Partnerships with Global Tech Leaders

Executive Chair Chung also outlined concrete initiatives to position Hyundai Motor Group as a leader in human-centered Physical AI through strategic collaborations with NVIDIA and Waymo, as well as Boston Dynamics’ strategic partnership with Google DeepMind.

“By combining Hyundai Motor Group’s strengths in manufacturing, robotics and data with the capabilities of global technology leaders, we can help create a new innovation ecosystem for the Physical AI era.” — Hyundai Motor Group Executive Chair Euisun Chung

• NVIDIA – Advancing Physical AI infrastructure and talent development

Hyundai Motor Group is expanding collaboration with NVIDIA to strengthen Physical AI infrastructure and cultivate AI talent. Building on a supply agreement for 50,000 NVIDIA Blackwell GPUs and a memorandum of understanding signed last year to advance Korea’s Physical AI capabilities, the Group is pursuing a range of initiatives, including the establishment of Hyundai Motor Group Robot Application Center, as well as various collaborations aimed at strengthening Korea’s Physical AI infrastructure and AI talent ecosystem, including the NVIDIA’s AI Technology Center.

In manufacturing, the Group is leveraging NVIDIA’s platform to create more sophisticated digital twins of production facilities, enhancing process design, operational optimization and validation efficiency. The collaboration also includes the integration of NVIDIA’s autonomous driving solutions, including automotive semiconductors, sensors and architecture, with Hyundai Motor Group vehicle platforms.

• Waymo – Strengthening autonomous driving collaboration

Hyundai Motor Group continues to strengthen its strategic partnership with Waymo in the autonomous driving sector to support the development of a safe and innovative autonomous driving ecosystem. Autonomous driving vehicles require a wide range of specialized capabilities, including redundant systems for steering, braking, power and communications, dedicated features such as power-operated doors, as well as enhanced functional safety and cybersecurity technologies.

Hyundai Motor Group plans to produce IONIQ 5 vehicles with specific autonomous-ready modifications at Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) in Georgia.

• Google DeepMind – Accelerating next-generation humanoid robotics

Boston Dynamics has established a strategic partnership with Google DeepMind to accelerate the development of next-generation humanoid robots. Advanced AI models and training systems are essential for robots to perform complex tasks in real-world environments and collaborate effectively with people. Through this partnership, Boston Dynamics robots are expected to achieve greater autonomy and adapt more effectively to complex operating environments.

Hyundai Motor Group plans to establish a robot production facility in the U.S. with an annual capacity of up to 30,000 units by 2028. The Atlas humanoid robot will first be deployed at production facilities including HMGMA before broader deployment is expanded through phased validation.

Building an Open Ecosystem Through the Robot Reference Platform and Continued Investment in Korea’s Physical AI Future

Executive Chair Chung also outlined initiatives aimed at supporting the growth of Korea’s Physical AI ecosystem through open collaboration and continued investment.

“The outcomes of collaboration with global technology leaders should contribute to the growth of Korea’s Physical AI industry. To that end, Hyundai Motor Group plans to foster an open ecosystem that supports innovation in robotics and AI technologies.” — Hyundai Motor Group Executive Chair Euisun Chung

Key initiatives to build an open ecosystem for robotics and AI innovation include:

• Robot Reference Platform: Hyundai Motor Group and NVIDIA are collaborating to develop a Robot Reference Platform that combines Hyundai Motor Group’s and NVIDIA’s Physical AI capabilities.

  The platform will provide research robot models to universities, research institutes and startups, helping foster an open ecosystem that supports technological innovation and the development of Physical AI talent while contributing to the broader growth of Korea’s robotics and AI industries. 

• Supporting universities, research institutes and startups: The Robot Reference Platform is expected to provide universities, research institutes and startups with a standardized hardware and software environment, enabling them to more easily develop and validate Physical AI technologies. The initiative aims to help address challenges faced by organizations with innovative ideas but limited access to commercialization opportunities and validation infrastructure.

Hyundai Motor Group is also continuing large-scale investments aimed at driving the next leap forward in Korea’s industrial and technology ecosystem. Continued investments in Korea’s industrial and technology ecosystem include:

• Saemangeum AI Valley: In the Saemangeum region of Jeonbuk State, the Group is developing Saemangeum AI Valley, which includes an approximate KRW 9 trillion investment in AI data centers, robotics manufacturing clusters, electrolyzer plants and AI hydrogen city infrastructure. 

  In particular, the robotics manufacturing cluster will serve not only as a production base for the Group’s own robotics products, but also as a robotics foundry that provides manufacturing services for small and medium-sized enterprises that lack manufacturing expertise.

• Advanced industrial hubs in the Yeongnam region: Hyundai Motor Group plans to invest a total of KRW 42 trillion over the next decade to foster advanced industrial hubs focused on AI-driven manufacturing, future aerospace industries and sustainable energy infrastructure.

Through these initiatives, Hyundai Motor Group aims to strengthen key foundations for the Physical AI era, including data and energy infrastructure, robotics production capabilities and real-world validation capabilities. The Group also expects these investments to contribute to enhanced industrial competitiveness, balanced regional development, job creation and broader economic vitality in Korea.

About Hyundai Motor Group

Hyundai Motor Group is a global enterprise that has created a value chain based on mobility, steel, and construction, as well as logistics, finance, IT, and service. With about 250,000 employees worldwide, the Group’s mobility brands include Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis. Armed with creative thinking, cooperative communication, and the will to take on any challenges, we strive to create a better future for all.

More information about Hyundai Motor Group can be found at: http://www.hyundaimotorgroup.com or Newsroom: Media Hub by Hyundai, Kia Global Newsroom, Genesis Newsroom

LOS ANGELES, July 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Novilla celebrates 15 years of better sleep and enters a new era of better living. The anniversary also marks a monumental milestone for the brand. Now more than just a mattress brand, Novilla is expanding into bed frames and sofas to create complete home comfort solutions, bringing thoughtful design, innovation, and everyday comfort from the bedroom into every living space.

“Celebrating Novilla’s 15th anniversary gives us a meaningful opportunity to reflect on what we’ve built and imagine what comfort can look like next,” said Amber, Chief Marketing Officer of Novilla. “As we enter our next chapter, we’re extending our expertise beyond the bedroom to create connected solutions for the way people sleep, relax, gather, and live. Our ambition is to grow Novilla into a complete home comfort brand, thoughtfully designed around real spaces, lifestyles, and life stages.”

A Legacy Built on Better Sleep

At the heart of Novilla’s success is the Bliss Memory Foam Mattress, the brand’s bestselling model with more than 2 million units sold worldwide. The mattress has remained in Amazon’s Best Seller Rank Top 5 for four consecutive years and surpassed 260,000 units sold through Amazon in 2025 alone.

Recognized by Sleep Foundation as one of the Best Mattresses Under $500 and The New York Times Wirecutter among The Best Mattresses for 2026, the Bliss Memory Foam Mattress continues to resonate with students, renters, young couples, and first-time homeowners seeking better comfort at an accessible price.

Expanding Comfort Beyond the Bedroom

Throughout the year, Novilla will continue expanding its portfolio with premium mattresses, cooling bedding, bed frames, modular sofas, and curated home bundles—creating seamless comfort solutions throughout the home.

Leading the brand’s entry into the living room category, the Minimalist Performance Chenille Modular Sofa combines mattress-grade comfort with SmartS Coil Technology, easy-to-clean performance chenille fabric, and a flexible modular design. Shipped as a sofa-in-a-box with no assembly required, it’s designed for apartment dwellers, frequent movers, and growing families seeking adaptable, everyday comfort.

Looking Ahead

Novilla will continue to help consumers build complete comfort environments through coordinated bedroom and living room collections that simplify shopping while supporting modern lifestyles. Looking further ahead, the brand’s long-term vision is to become a comprehensive home comfort company, connecting products across sleep, relaxation, and everyday living to create comfort and accessible solutions for homes of every size and stage of life.

Anniversary Event Details

The “Happy 15th to Us” Anniversary Event runs July 8 through August 3 and includes:

• Up to 50% off sitewide
• Daily Flash Sales with an extra 20% off
• 10% off select sofas
• 10% off select product bundles

For more information and to shop the anniversary event, visit www.novillashop.com.

About Novilla

Founded in 2011, Novilla is a global lifestyle brand dedicated to the mission of “A Cozy Home Made Simple.” By offering high-value mattresses and home-wellness products, Novilla empowers Gen Z and Millennial families to prioritize comfort and healthy living. Grounded in authenticity and sustainability, Novilla strives to be a trusted companion in creating restorative, intentional spaces for the modern home.

• The 12-day summer campaign highlights how quality sleep and advanced cooling technology can help active individuals maintain more comfortable rest and recovery routines during the hottest months of the year.

WILMINGTON, Del., July 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As summer heat continues to affect sleep comfort and recovery routines, SweetNight, a modern sleep brand, today announced the launch of The Cooling Recovery Campaign, a 12-day summer wellness initiative designed to explore the connection between cooling comfort, quality sleep, and active lifestyles. Created for fitness enthusiasts, athletes, and health-conscious consumers, the campaign highlights how a cooler, more restorative sleep environment can support overall recovery and well-being while introducing the CoolNest® Memory Foam Mattress as a solution designed to help consumers create a more comfortable summer sleep experience.

Cool Down Faster, Recover Deeper

As more people prioritize recovery as part of a healthy lifestyle, sleep is increasingly recognized as an important component of athletic performance and overall well-being. Research has shown that sleep strengthens muscle and bone by boosting growth hormone levels. While exercise provides the stimulus for improvement, the body continues to recover and rebuild during periods of deep, restorative sleep. However, summer heat can make it more challenging to achieve quality rest, potentially affecting sleep comfort, energy levels, and recovery routines.

To raise awareness of the connection between sleep, cooling, and recovery, SweetNight invites the fitness and wellness community to participate in the Cooling Recovery campaign. Under the theme “Cool Down Faster, Recover Deeper,” participants will share their experiences incorporating a cooler, more comfortable sleep environment into their wellness routines and explore how improved nighttime comfort can support daytime performance.

“Quality sleep is an essential part of recovery. Through The Cooling Recovery Campaign, we’re encouraging people to recognize how a cooler, more comfortable sleep environment can support their recovery routines and overall wellness,” said Amber Zhu, Marketing Director at SweetNight.

Stay Cool, Sleep Deep

At the center of the campaign is the CoolNest® Memory Foam Mattress, combining a triple-stage cooling design with a multi-layer breathable foam structure to deliver an all-night cooling experience that can feel up to 8 degrees cooler than surrounding conditions. Its ergonomic 5-zone support system provides targeted support for key body areas, encourages natural spinal alignment, and helps relieve pressure points, allowing sleepers to relax more deeply and wake up refreshed.

The combination of cooling technology, breathability, and ergonomic support makes the CoolNest® Memory Foam Mattress a cooling sleep solution designed for everyday comfort, particularly for those looking to support their recovery routines through better sleep quality and a more comfortable sleep environment during the summer season.

Consumers can participate in the campaign for a chance to win a SweetNight Cooling Kit, featuring cooling sleep essentials designed to create a more comfortable sleep environment. To participate in the giveaway, simply copy the campaign link, take a screenshot, and share it on your Instagram. consumers can sign up through the campaign page, share the campaign link on Instagram. Winners will be selected on August 5 and notified by email.

About SweetNight

SweetNight is a modern sleep brand dedicated to making highquality, intelligent sleep solutions accessible to everyday families. We solve the biggest barriers in smart sleep — by delivering technology that is simple, intuitive, and fairly priced. Our mission is to be the world’s leading Self-Adjusting Sleep Wellness Partner. Making better sleep, recovery, and wellness more accessible through intelligent, easy-to-use sleep systems.

HANOI, Vietnam, July 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — At VEC in Vietnam on July 21, the Shandong Heavy Industry global partners conference & green intelligent products expo opened. Responding to the green transition of global commercial vehicles and heavy equipment, Weichai – with decades of expertise – unveiled five core tech routes: BEV, HEV, PEMFC, alternative-fuel ICE, and ADAS. Through full-chain proprietary control and breakthroughs, it provides efficient, low-carbon, intelligent power solutions to the global market.

Battery electric vehicle powertrain: full-chain deployment and high-efficiency recharging: Weichai masters core battery, motor, and e‑control technologies. Its CT100 battery – for heavy tractors and dump trucks – features integrated design and triple insulation, delivering better reliability, efficiency, safety, and speed. The WMS3200 drive system, tailored for heavy‑truck haulage, boosts efficiency and cuts vehicle power consumption. The WMC‑L/H/B integrated controllers offer stable, efficient control for light trucks, heavy trucks, and buses.

Hybrid electric vehicle powertrain: deep integration and ultra-long range: Weichai covers series, parallel, and series-parallel architectures, deeply integrating engine and e-drive. For urban logistics, the WP2.5T range extender offers quick response and low noise; for long-haul transport, the WP3NNG natural-gas range extender uses a “pure electric for short hauls, range-extended for long hauls” mode, with over 1,000 km combined range, easing range anxiety.

Proton exchange membrane fuel cell: zero-carbon leadership: Weichai has built a full-chain hydrogen energy system covering components, stacks, and systems. The WEF300 fuel cell engine has been deployed in volume in 49-ton heavy-duty trucks, suitable for long-haul and port logistics. The WEFG500 power generation system provides megawatt-class scalable power to support data centers and industrial plants.

Alternative fuel internal combustion engine: diverse clean-energy options and exceptional cost-effectiveness: Modular design enables flexible switching between H₂ and methanol. WP15DI hydrogen ICE peaks at 46.8% thermal efficiency; WP17T methanol ICE targets heavy‑equipment energy use, cuts operating costs, and is mass‑deployed in 130‑ton mining trucks.

Intelligent driving assistance system: vehicle-road-cloud collaboration: Weichai built a vehicle‑road‑cloud full‑stack architecture, with mining autonomous solution for cm‑level docking & obstacle avoidance, and trunk‑line ADAS with intelligent cruise & auto lane‑change, boosting high‑speed safety and economy.

Going forward, Weichai will keep iterating these five tech routes with global partners to advance sustainable manufacturing.