Gasgoo Munich-As the wave of embodied AI sweeps through, the tech density at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show is quietly increasing. According to Gasgoo, automakers like FAW, GAC, Chery, and XPENG showcased robots and core technologies prominently at this year's Beijing Auto Show. At the same time, a wave of core technology providers for intelligent vehicles signaled a deepening focus on embodied AI—either by releasing key solutions or announcing major strategic upgrades. Beyond the automotive supply chain, products like Honor Robot's "Lightning" and "Genki Boy," along with Zhiyuan's Yuanzheng A3, also made appearances, interacting directly with attendees. Robots taking center stage at an auto show sends a clear signal: If electrification was the initial phase of the smart vehicle revolution and autonomous driving the current competition, then embodied AI is likely the decisive battle for market leadership in the next decade. Automakers flock to "building humans" Technically, automakers expanding into robotics is not new. But at this year's show, a significant shift is underway. From startups to legacy giants, and from private to state-owned enterprises, players are unveiling actual robot products or specific strategic plans. Driven by the active efforts of leading automakers, robots are moving beyond the realm of technology demonstrations and entering the list of strategic priorities. The key signal comes from the entry of the "national team." Image Source: FAW Die During this year's Beijing Auto Show, China FAW attracted significant attention with its independently developed intelligent robot series. Not only did its full-sized humanoid robot make its global debut, but FAW Die's independent booth in the components zone also showcased a product portfolio covering full-sized humanoids, commercial service humanoids, wheeled-arm robots, quadrupeds, and lightweight joint modules. These four robots have specific functions: the full-sized humanoid focuses on all-scenario, high-precision heavy operations, aiming to become a "highly