Guan Cha Zhe Wang·2025-12-31 10:33Core Viewpoint - The CEO of XPeng Motors, He Xiaopeng, believes that fully autonomous vehicles will become as ubiquitous as the iPhone within the next three years, rendering previous smart devices obsolete [1][3]. Group 1: Autonomous Driving Levels - He Xiaopeng stated that by 2026, next-generation fully autonomous driving will emerge in China and the U.S., skipping the L3 stage and moving directly from L2 to L4 [2][5]. - The current advancements in Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) version 14.2 indicate that L4 autonomous driving is "within reach" [3]. - The distinction between L2 and fully autonomous driving is based on four key differences: capability, scenarios, safety, and efficiency [3]. Group 2: XPeng's Technological Progress - XPeng's VLA (Vehicle Learning Architecture) is undergoing rapid self-evolution, with advancements perceived to be occurring at an accelerated pace [4]. - The upcoming release of XPeng's VLA 2.0 is anticipated to enhance its autonomous driving capabilities [4]. - XPeng aims to compete with Tesla's full version of the system in the European market by the end of 2026 [5]. Group 3: Industry Perspectives - Companies like Tesla, XPeng, and Horizon believe that AI large model technology can directly facilitate the transition from L2 to L4 autonomous driving [5]. - Other companies prefer a gradual approach, using L3 as a transitional stage before reaching L4 [6].