Robots & AI

The robot currently handles core processes on the battery production line for the Buick Electra E7.

Mercedes becomes the first auto brand to apply a multimodal AI model in its rear-seat entertainment system.

IM Motors will launch an Ultra Agent based on Alibaba's Qwen AI model on March 18, marking the spread of the AI agent frenzy to the auto sector.

William Li has ruled out an immediate entry into the currently trending robotics industry, focusing instead on selling more cars.

Former Li Auto smart driving head Lang Xianpeng has founded an embodied AI company, teaming up with an Alibaba veteran.

Li Auto is reportedly developing robots through a secret project codenamed "Nexus" and plans to release its first two-wheeled robot later this year.

Xiaomi's humanoid robot successfully operated autonomously for 3 consecutive hours at a self-tapping nut assembly station in its EV factory.

Xpeng's humanoid robot production base will span about 110,000 square meters, covering processes from R&D to large-scale manufacturing.

RoboSense sold 459,600 units in the fourth quarter of 2025, with robotics LiDAR accounting for nearly half of the volume.

Li Auto's autonomous driving architect Lang Xianpeng is set to depart after transitioning to lead the company's humanoid robot unit two weeks ago.