Xpeng aims to build over 1,000 robots a month ahead of 2027 global ro…

Xpeng plans to reach 1,000+ units per month of its Iron humanoid robot by end-2026 and deploy them as sales assistants in Chinese stores from Q1 2027, before expanding globally later that year. The move reflects Xpeng's shift from EV maker to 'physical AI company' by repurposing autonomous-driving and AI tech developed for vehicles. If you supply components for humanoid robots or work in retail automation, Xpeng just proved the market exists at scale—1,000+ units a month means every robot supplier in China now has a single customer buying in volume. You either become their supplier or watch them integrate backward into what you sell.