3 6 Ke·2025-11-05 12:12Core Insights - The company announced four significant technological achievements during the 2025 Xiaopeng Technology Day, including the launch of the second-generation VLA model and plans for three Robotaxi models in 2026 [2][4][6] Group 1: Second-Generation VLA Model - The second-generation VLA model will be open-sourced and is set to be pushed out in Q1 2024, marking a major upgrade in the automatic driving system [7][11] - The new VLA system utilizes 30,000 computing units and has incurred over 2 billion in training costs, resulting in a safer and smoother automatic driving experience [13][25] - The system is designed to operate without language translation, focusing on visual reasoning, and can predict future scenarios based on real-world data [16][30] Group 2: Robotaxi Development - The company plans to launch three Robotaxi models in 2026, which will utilize the second-generation VLA model and will not require high-precision maps for operation [40][44] - The Robotaxi will be designed for L4-level autonomous driving, featuring dual redundancy in six critical systems to ensure safety [47][49] - The first ecological partner for the Robotaxi is Gaode, which will integrate the service into its ride-hailing platform [51][53] Group 3: Human-like Robot IRON - The new version of the human-like robot IRON was showcased, which is expected to enter mass production by the end of 2026 [56][69] - The robot features advanced capabilities, including 22 degrees of freedom and the ability to interact and walk, powered by three Turing AI chips [63][65] - The company aims to create a diverse range of robots for various applications, including commercial roles such as guiding and inspecting [71] Group 4: Flying Car Development - The company introduced the A868, the world's first mass-produced flying car, which is expected to achieve large-scale delivery in 2026 [72][78] - The flying car boasts a maximum range of over 500 km and can carry up to six passengers, with 7,000 global orders already placed [74][81] - The company has established a dedicated manufacturing facility for the flying car, which is set to produce the first mass-produced units [83] Group 5: Strategic Vision - The company is transitioning from a traditional automotive manufacturer to a global embodied intelligence company, integrating various technologies to create a seamless connection between the digital and physical worlds [5][72]