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Nearly 20 Automakers Enter Humanoid Robot Race, BYD to Unveil Prototype in August

BYD, XPeng, Li Auto and nearly 20 other automakers are accelerating their push into humanoid robots. BYD will officially unveil its humanoid robot prototype in August at its 'Di Space' venue. XPeng's IRON robot has begun small-batch trial production at its Guangzhou plant, with mass production lines in final commissioning. Li Auto plans two robot products, including a wheeled model to be publicly released this year. The technology overlap between smart cars and humanoid robots exceeds 70%, and China's auto industry profit margin fell to 4.1% in 2025, the lowest since 2015.

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MIIT Abolishes Cascade Utilization Policy for Retired EV Batteries, Removes 100 Companies from List

The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) on July 30, 2026, abolished the "cascade utilization" policy for retired new energy vehicle power batteries, removing 100 companies from the standardized list. The move aims to eliminate market inertia and prevent fraudulent repackaging of used batteries. The notice also clarifies that retired batteries cannot be used in e-bikes or other prohibited areas. This follows a 2025 regulation that redefined comprehensive utilization as only recycling, and a 2026 joint enforcement action.

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Leapmotor Establishes Huzhou Precision Manufacturing Subsidiary with RMB 210 Million to Expand into Auto Parts

Leapmotor has set up Huzhou Lingsheng Precision Manufacturing Co. , Ltd. with a registered capital of RMB 210 million, covering auto parts, industrial robots, and intelligent robot R&D. The new entity is wholly owned by Leapmotor's subsidiary Zhejiang Lingsheng Power Technology Co. The company did not comment on the move. Leapmotor has been exploring robotics since early 2025, and its chairman recently noted the company's market cap is only 0.5% of Tesla's, despite selling 43% of Tesla's volume. The move reflects broader automotive industry interest in robotics as a growth avenue, though commercialization remains uncertain.

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MIIT Reports Progress on Shortening Auto Supplier Payment Cycles, Says Some Firms Still Extend Them

China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) on July 27 held a media briefing to report on efforts to push major auto companies to shorten payment cycles for suppliers. The ministry noted that a few companies still have disguised extensions, such as delayed start dates and non-standard management. To strengthen oversight, MIIT appointed 20 journalists as the first batch of 'supervisors' for the industry's payment-cycle issues. Next, MIIT will accelerate the compilation of payment guidelines, step up supervision, and enforce laws to protect supplier firms, especially small and medium-sized enterprises.

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Xiaomi Enters Extended-Range Hybrid Market with Kunlun Architecture and N90, N70 SUVs

On the evening of July 30, Xiaomi Group Chairman Lei Jun announced at the Pengcheng Technology Conference that Xiaomi Auto is officially entering the extended-range hybrid electric vehicle segment. The company launched the Kunlun technology architecture and two new energy SUV models, the N90 and N70, both featuring extended-range powertrains. This move marks Xiaomi's expansion into the hybrid vehicle space.

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BMW Group Plans to Cut 8,000 Jobs by End of 2027, Targeting Administration and R&D

BMW Group plans to cut approximately 8,000 jobs by the end of 2027, focusing on administration and R&D while sparing production. The voluntary layoffs, equivalent to 5.2% of its global workforce of about 154,500 at end-2025, will offer compensation only in Germany. The move follows the winding down of the Neue Klasse R&D cycle and aims to reduce fixed costs. BMW faces headwinds from declining China sales, which fell 12.5% in 2025 and 30.2% in the second quarter of 2026.

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Mercedes-Benz Q2 China Sales Tumble 30%, Global EV Business Stands Out

Mercedes-Benz reported a 30% drop in second-quarter China sales, outpacing the broader market decline. First-half group revenue fell 4% to EUR 63.663 billion, EBIT slipped 3% to EUR 3.451 billion, and net profit declined 6% to EUR 2.519 billion. The second quarter saw EBIT rise 22% and net profit gain 13%. Global EV sales rose 45% for battery-electric vehicles, becoming the only bright spot amid weak Chinese demand.

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Xiaomi Auto Launches Pengcheng Series Range-Extender SUVs, Expanding Product Line

On July 30, Xiaomi Auto unveiled the Pengcheng series of two range-extender SUVs, the N90 Max seven-seat and N70 Max five-seat all-wheel-drive models, based on the Kunlun technology architecture. The series offers a CLTC pure electric range of up to 505 km, with the N90 Max achieving a combined range of 1,705 km and fuel consumption of 6.26 L/100 km when battery is depleted. Deliveries began at 499 stores across 146 cities. Xiaomi Auto has delivered over 700,000 vehicles since its entry into the market, though first-half 2026 deliveries fell 20% year-on-year to 169,000 units, and its smart EV business returned to a loss in the first quarter.

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Porsche Delivers 14,501 Cars in China in First Half of 2026, Down 31.93%

Porsche management said during an earnings call that the Chinese market faces slowing growth and ongoing challenges, with conditions changing monthly. The company reaffirmed its value-first strategy, not pursuing sales volume. Without a local factory, Porsche can flexibly adjust European production, which it now sees as an advantage. In the first half of 2026, Porsche delivered 14,501 vehicles in China, down 31.93% year-on-year.

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60%
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Waymo Informs Uber of Plan to Operate Independently in Austin and Atlanta from 2028

Waymo has informed Uber of its plan to begin independent operations in Austin and Atlanta in January 2028, as the two explore ending their partnership. The relationship, which began in 2023, has deteriorated due to competition and disagreements over service quality and regulation. Waymo is valued at $126 billion; Uber has invested over $10 billion in autonomous driving. Waymo plans to launch its own ride-hailing app alongside Uber's platform, while Uber will continue service until the contract expires in May 2028.

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