3 6 Ke·2026-01-28 09:58Core Insights - The CEO of Li Auto, Li Xiang, emphasized that 2026 is the last year for companies aiming to become leaders in AI to enter the market, with Level 4 (L4) autonomy expected to be realized by 2028 [1] - Li Auto aims to position itself among the top three companies globally in foundational models, chips, operating systems, and embodied intelligence [1] - The company plans to enhance its brand positioning in embodied intelligence beyond just creating mobile homes, including the development of humanoid robots [1] Group 1 - Li Auto will undergo organizational changes in R&D, dividing teams into foundational model teams, software teams, and hardware teams, with automotive and robotics falling under hardware [1] - The company is actively recruiting top talent, including former employees who left for startups in the embodied intelligence sector [1] - Key former executives from Li Auto have founded a new company focused on embodied intelligence, securing interest from major investment funds and tech companies [1] Group 2 - Li Auto has posted multiple job openings for humanoid robot R&D positions, indicating a comprehensive approach to developing humanoid robots from core components to system integration [2] - During a 2025 earnings call, Li Xiang stated that the electric vehicle industry has reached a dead end in parameter competition, leading Li Auto to redefine cars as "embodied intelligent" products [7] - The company had previously paused its humanoid robot development due to technological limitations and supply chain issues but has continued to explore opportunities in the broader robotics field [7]