From electric cars to Humanoids: Xpeng boss takes over robotics unit at ‘turning point’Billionaire founder discloses that over the past year he spent at least one full day each week engaged in the robotics operations2-MIN READ2-MIN2ListenPublished: 8:00pm, 11 Jun 2026Xpeng chairman and CEO He Xiaopeng is doubling down on his vision to transform the Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant into a “physical AI” powerhouse, taking the reins of the firm’s robotics arm just months before its Humanoids are set for mass production.In an internal memo sent on Wednesday and seen by the China-morning-post" class="entity-link entity-organization" data-entity-id="12558" data-entity-type="organization">South China Morning Post, He said he would personally serve as head of the robotics department.Characterising the move as a strategic pivot, He said the unit had reached “a turning point in its history”, as it “ushers in the eve of mass production and commercialisation”.Select VoiceSelect Speed0.8x0.9x1.0x1.1x1.2x1.5x1.75x00:0000:001.00x
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From electric cars to humanoids: Xpeng boss takes over robotics unit at ‘turning point’
Xpeng Chairman and CEO He Xiaopeng is taking direct leadership of the company's robotics division, a move he described as a strategic pivot. This decision comes as the robotics unit approaches a significant "turning point" with its humanoids nearing mass production and commercialization.
Richard ChenSouth China Morning PostFiled 2026-06-11 · 12:00 GMTLean · Center-RightRead · 1 min
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Xpeng Chairman and CEO He Xiaopeng is taking direct leadership of the company's robotics division, a move he described as a strategic pivot. This decision comes as the robotics unit approaches a significant "turning point" with its humanoids nearing mass production and commercialization. He disclosed in an internal memo that he has been dedicating at least one full day each week to the robotics operations over the past year. This personal involvement underscores his commitment to transforming Xpeng into a "physical AI" powerhouse, extending beyond its electric vehicle business. The article, published on June 11, 2026, highlights this leadership change as the company prepares for the launch of its humanoid robots.
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The robotics unit has reached 'a turning point in its history'.
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He Xiaopeng personally serves as head of the robotics department.
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Xpeng chairman and CEO He Xiaopeng is taking over the firm’s robotics arm.
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He Xiaopeng spent at least one full day each week engaged in robotics operations over the past year.
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Xpeng's humanoids are set for mass production in the coming months.
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