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BYD, XPeng, Li Auto Lead Nearly 20 Carmakers Into Humanoids; BYD Prototype in August, XPeng IRON Trial

Nearly 20 automakers including BYD, XPeng, and Li Auto have entered the humanoid robot sector. BYD confirmed it will unveil a humanoid robot prototype at its 'Di Space' in August. XPeng's IRON humanoid robot has begun small-batch trial production at its Guangzhou factory, with mass production lines in final commissioning. Li Auto plans two robot products: a two-wheeled robot for factory use expected this year and a bipedal robot. Over 70% of technology overlaps between smart cars and humanoids. The Chinese auto industry's profit margin fell to 4.1% in 2025, the lowest since 2015.

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Intensity
55
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70%
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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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25
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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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30
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80%
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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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Intensity
65
Confidence
75%
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BMW to Cut About 8,000 Jobs by 2027, 2025 Revenue Falls 6.3%, China Q2 Deliveries Plunge 30.2%

BMW Group plans to cut approximately 8,000 jobs globally by the end of 2027, mainly in Germany through voluntary severance, targeting R&D, product planning and corporate functions while sparing production workers. The company reported 2025 revenue of €133.453 billion, down 6.3%, with net profit of €7.451 billion, down 3.0%. Global deliveries edged up 0.5% but China sales fell 12.5%. In the second quarter of 2026, China deliveries plunged 30.2% to 117,800 vehicles, reducing China's share of global sales to about 20%. New CEO Milan Nedeljkovic cited the need for faster structural adjustments amid a sharp market downturn.

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Porsche China Deliveries Fall 31.93% in First Half of 2026, Management Sticks to Value-First Strategy

Porsche reported 14,501 vehicle deliveries in China during the first half of 2026, a 31.93% decline year-on-year. In an earnings call, management acknowledged slowing growth and persistent challenges in the Chinese market, with conditions changing monthly. The company reaffirmed its value-first approach, prioritizing profitability over sales volume. Porsche noted that its lack of a local factory in China allows flexible adjustment of European production, which it now views as a strategic advantage.

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Intensity
20
Confidence
60%
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Mercedes-Benz Group 2026 First-Half Revenue Falls 4% to €63.66 Billion

Mercedes-Benz Group reported first-half 2026 revenue of €63.663 billion, down 4% year-on-year. Net profit fell 6% to €2.519 billion, while EBIT dropped 3% to €3.451 billion. Global vehicle deliveries declined 6% to 1.0115 million units. The car division's revenue slipped 5% to €45.945 billion, with adjusted EBIT margin at 4%. China sales plunged 28%, the steepest decline among major markets.

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40
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70%
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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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70%
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Porsche First-Half 2026 Operating Profit Up 33.9% to 1.35 Billion Euros; Maintains 5.5%-7.5% Margin Guidance

Porsche reported first-half 2026 operating profit of 1.348 billion euros, up 33.9% year-on-year, as cost controls and lower restructuring costs offset a 5.1% revenue decline to 17.229 billion euros. The operating margin improved to 7.8% from 5.5%. Global deliveries fell 16.5% to 122,300 vehicles. The company maintained its full-year guidance for a sales return of 5.5%-7.5% and revenue of 35-36 billion euros.

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Intensity
20
Confidence
60%
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07
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SAIC Motor Names Lu Xiao, Xu Ping, Tao Hailong as New GMs Across Core Units

SAIC Motor announced key leadership changes across its core subsidiaries. Lu Xiao succeeded Wang Jun as general manager of SAIC Motor Passenger Vehicle, effective July 28. Xu Ping replaced Lu Xiao as general manager of SAIC-GM, while Tao Hailong took over as general manager of Huayu Automotive Systems. The automaker, which ranked 125th on the 2026 Fortune Global 500 with $91.3 billion in revenue, sold 2.045 million vehicles in H1 2026, the highest among domestic carmakers.

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