tech
March 4, 2026
Xiaomi trials humanoid robots in its EV factory
Two humanoid robots can complete 90% of the work in three hours, Xiaomi President Lu Weibing told CNBC.
TL;DR
- Xiaomi is testing humanoid robots in its electric vehicle production facilities.
- Two humanoid robots can complete 90% of specified tasks in three hours.
- The robots are capable of tasks such as installing nuts and moving materials.
- A key challenge is ensuring robots can maintain the production line's pace, with a new car produced every 76 seconds.
- Xiaomi's president believes humanoid robots will eventually replace humans for certain work and perform tasks humans cannot.
- Xiaomi first debuted its CyberOne humanoid robot in 2022 but does not currently sell it.
- The use of robots in production is in its early stages, described as being like 'interns'.
- Chinese companies are heavily investing in and improving robotic capabilities.
- Experts anticipate Chinese firms will increase robot production this year.
- RBC Capital Markets forecasts a global humanoid market of $9 trillion by 2050, with China dominating over 60%.
- Other Chinese companies like XPeng and Honor are also developing humanoid robots.
- In the U.S., Tesla is shifting focus to producing Optimus humanoid robots.
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