How Tesla’s AI shift is prompting Chinese rivals to expand tech offerings

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Daniel RenJanuary 30, 2026 at 05:49 AM

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Tesla's declining car deliveries and profitability in China haven't deterred its Chinese electric vehicle rivals, Xpeng, Li Auto, and Nio, from emulating Tesla's shift towards artificial intelligence. These companies are diversifying into emerging technologies like next-generation vehicles, flying cars, robots, and chips. The Chinese firms aim to create their own ecosystems and offer consumers alternatives to traditional transportation. This strategic move allows them to compete with Tesla on new technological fronts. According to CnEVPost, Tesla's pivot to AI-related technologies has inspired Chinese rivals to strengthen their technological capabilities.

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Shanghai 40% Guangdong Xiaopeng 40% CnEVPost 50% United States ×260% Phate Zhang 60% Li Auto 70% Nio 70% Xpeng 70% China ×380% Tesla ×590%

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