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Auto · VIDEO & ROAD TESTS6:21What Is It Like to Drive the Audi Q7 in the Desert?
An assessment of the driving experience and capabilities of the Audi Q7 when navigating desert terrain.
Robotics · INDUSTRYAgiBot Says Cash Reserves Cover Three Years Without Revenue; Unitree Teases New Humanoid
This week's highlights include AgiBot's CEO stating that cash flow can sustain the company for three years without revenue, Unitree teasing its fourth humanoid robot with high agility and elegance, and Shouxing Technology securing a new funding round led by Shunwei Capital.
Auto · AUTONOMOUS DRIVING17:10Is LiDAR Worth It? Evidence From Recent Tests
42HOW Auto examines recent testing to determine the practical value of LiDAR in modern autonomous driving and driver assistance systems.
Robotics · ROBOTICS500 Humanoid Robots Compete in Games Showcasing Dance, Runway Walks and Speed
The 2025 World Humanoid Robot Games opened on August 14, featuring 500 robots from 280 teams across 16 countries. The event showcases Embodied AI advancements through athletic competitions, cultural performances, and scenario-based challenges.
Auto · INTERVIEWS27:04What Does This Buyer Need Most in a Six-Seat SUV? | 42Talk Vol.31
42HOW Auto's 42Talk Vol.31 examines the specific priorities and essential features for consumers considering a six-seat sport utility vehicle in the new energy market.
Robotics · ROBOTICSLingbao CASBOT Unveils Three Products at WRC, Building a Matrix for Long-Term Deployment
At WRC 2025, Lingbao CASBOT unveiled three core products—CASBOT 02, CASBOT W1, and Handle-L1—emphasizing systematic collaboration and reliability for long-term deployment over short-term novelty.
Auto · CHINA EV7:00Lynk & Co Z20 Challenges Assumptions on 400-Volt Charging Speeds
The Lynk & Co Z20 demonstrates that 400-volt architecture can support fast charging, countering the industry perception that such systems are inherently slow.
Robotics · ROBOTICSSkild AI’s Vision-Based End-to-End Model Enables Human-Like Stair Climbing
Skild AI introduces Skild Brain, an end-to-end vision-based motion model that enables humanoid robots to navigate complex terrains like stairs with human-like adaptability, overcoming the Moravec Paradox through real-time visual feedback and proprioception.
Robotics · INDUSTRYPEEK Materials Gain Traction as Humanoid Robots Prioritize Lightweighting for Mass Production
As humanoid robots approach mass production, lightweighting has become a critical challenge. PEEK materials offer significant advantages in weight reduction and performance, making them the preferred choice for next-generation designs like Tesla's Optimus.
Robotics · INDUSTRYSongyan Dynamics Closes Hundreds of Millions in RMB Funding, Delivers 105 Robots in July
Songyan Dynamics has completed a hundreds of millions RMB A++ round of financing led by Jinpu Investment. In July, the company delivered 105 humanoid robots, including 92 N2 and 13 E1 models, marking its highest production and delivery record since inception.
Auto · NEW CARS & MARKET SIGNALS11:23Under RMB 200,000: Can You Enjoy a True Large Six-Seat Layout?
Dongfeng eπ's eπ008 positions itself as a large six-seat family SUV priced under RMB 200,000, challenging the assumption that spacious configurations require a premium price.
Robotics · INDUSTRYAgiBot Secures Strategic Investment; LimX Dynamics Launches LimX Oli; Zero-Step Completes Hundred-Million-Level Financing
This week's tech roundup covers AgiBot's strategic investment from LG Electronics and Mirae Asset, LimX Dynamics' release of the full-size humanoid robot LimX Oli priced from 158,000 RMB, and Zero-Step's completion of a hundred-million-level angel round. Additionally, Chuan Robot prepares for A-share IPO, and RoboScience raises nearly 200 million RMB.
Robotics · INDUSTRYAgiBot Secures Strategic Investment from LG Electronics in First Global Embodied AI Move
LG Electronics and Mirae Asset lead strategic investment in AgiBot, marking LG's first global expansion into the embodied AI sector. The company has completed 10 funding rounds with a valuation exceeding 15 billion yuan.
Robotics · INDUSTRYTsinghua 00s Team's Zeroth Robotics Closes Yuan-Valued Funding, Targets 500 Robot Deliveries by Year-End
Hefei Lingcifang Robotics completed a combined angel+ and angel++ funding round totaling over 100 million yuan. The team, composed of post-00s from Tsinghua University, plans to mass-produce 500 robots by year-end.
Auto · AUTONOMOUS DRIVING12:20Can Xiaomi's YU7 Compete in a Crowded EV Market?
Amidst intense competition from numerous rival models, 42HOW Auto examines whether the upcoming Xiaomi YU7 can establish its position in the crowded electric vehicle segment.
Robotics · ROBOTICSUnitree Unveils R1 Humanoid Robot Starting at RMB 39,900; JD Leads Investments in Three Embodied AI Firms
Unitree launches the Unitree R1 humanoid robot starting at 39,900 RMB. Over 150 domestic humanoid robots debut at WAIC. JD.com leads funding rounds for ENGINEAI, Qianxun Intelligence, and LimX Dynamics.
Robotics · INTERVIEWSAgiBot Unveils World Model Platform and Next-Gen Robot at WAIC
At the 2025 WAIC, AgiBot unveiled 'Genie Envisioner,' an open-source world model platform for dual-arm robots. Partner Yao Maoqing discussed the company's embodied AI flywheel, the upcoming Genie G2 robot with hot-swappable battery capabilities, and commercialization progress in industrial and service sectors.
Robotics · ROBOTICSUnitree Unveils New Humanoid Robot Priced at RMB 39,900
Unitree has released its third humanoid robot, the R1, priced from 39,900 yuan. Weighing only 25 kg with 26 joints and integrated multimodal AI, it demonstrates advanced mobility including flips, running, and boxing.
Robotics · INDUSTRYTsinghua-Linked Robot Startup Accelerating Evolution Closes Over RMB 100 Million in New Funding
Beijing-based Embodied AI startup Accelerated Evolution completes over 100 million yuan A+ round, backing its Booster T1 humanoid robot that helped a Tsinghua team win the RoboCup adult size category championship.
Robotics · ROBOTICSByteDance Unveils New VLA Model, Equipping Robots for Household Tasks
ByteDance Seed team releases GR-3 VLA model and ByteMini robot, featuring high generalization, long-horizon task handling, and flexible object manipulation.