importantSYS.SOURCE: TechCrunch• 2026-08-28T23:24:27Z
Chinese Automakers Invest in Humanoid Robotics as Profit Driver, Following Tesla's Lead
Chinese automakers like Xpeng and Chery are investing heavily in humanoid robotics, inspired by Tesla's approach, focusing on AI-driven commercial deployment. The shift highlights growing competition in embodied AI, with challenges in matching Tesla's technological edge despite manufacturing advantages.
Technical progress has encouraged a new batch of companies to jump in on the promise of profits from humanoid robots. And they're all Chinese automakers.
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