XPeng CEO He Xiaopeng takes direct control of robotics unit
XPeng CEO He Xiaopeng took direct control of the company's robotics business as the IRON humanoid program moves toward Q4 2026 mass production.
Evidence notes
- XPeng CEO He Xiaopeng said he would personally lead the company's robotics business effective immediately.
- The move followed XPeng's confirmation that Shi Xiaoxin resigned as senior director of robotics product planning.
- XPeng tied the leadership change to IRON humanoid mass production and initial delivery targeted for Q4 2026.
Company context
XPeng is an EV manufacturer. In late 2025 it unveiled IRON, a humanoid developed using its existing autonomy stack, battery expertise, and in-house manufacturing capability.