Xpeng aims to expand Iron’s role beyond manufacturing. The company plans to deploy the humanoid robot as a personal assistant for tasks such as administration and customer service in retail stores, offices, and homes.
XPeng is expanding into humanoid robotics, with China’s industry progressing toward Level 3, where robots can function independently in most scenarios but still need human oversight for complex tasks. According to the firm, by 2026, humanoid robots with entry-level Level 3 capabilities are expected to enter moderate-scale commercial production, reports China Daily.