Li Auto is set to implement organizational and personnel restructuring within its R&D division, creating dedicated teams for software ontology (Note: The term "本体" in the original context may carry a specific nuance in Chinese that lacks a direct English counterpart. If it denotes the "core" or "essence" of software, an alternative translation like "software core" could be considered. However, for the sake of preserving the original context, it is retained here as "ontology") and humanoid robots, while also clearly defining the roles and reporting lines of each team. Previously, at a company-wide meeting, Li Auto's CEO, Li Xiang, shared his insights on AI trends. He underscored that 2026 will mark a pivotal year for Li Auto's ambition to become a frontrunner in the AI sector, with the goal of achieving L4 autonomous driving by no later than 2028. Li Xiang projected that there would be no more than three companies worldwide simultaneously venturing into multiple AI-related businesses, and Li Auto aims to be among them, solidifying its brand positioning in embodied intelligence. Furthermore, Li Xiang explicitly stated that, in addition to its automotive endeavors, Li Auto will also venture into the humanoid robot market, with the objective of launching products at the earliest opportunity.
