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Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Xpeng Launches ChatGPT-Endorsed EV to Rival Tesla
Xpeng (NYSE:XPEV) debuted its second-generation P7 super saloon as more than a car, powered by its in-house Turing AI chip and boasting simulation-trained autonomous driving and a conversational smart cockpit. CEO He Xiaopeng said the EV answers the artificial intelligence era in form and function, aiming squarely at mid-sized rivals like Tesla's Model 3. Despite the fanfare, Xpeng shares slid 2.3% on the news. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 2 Warning Sign with XPEV. The robot-like dance of features extends to rapid processing and humanlike vehicle responses, with Xpeng claiming the world's first AI-defined vehicle. International Motorsthe Xpeng UK importerplans five premium EV models by 2028, starting with G6, X9 and G9 SUVs and potentially rolling out the P7 overseas. Meanwhile, Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) is reeling: its China weekly deliveries plunged 58% from the prior week and 69% year-over-year in early May, according to local registration data. Xpeng's bold push arrives amid mounting pressure on Tesla as rival BYD (BYDDY) ramps EV output and Musk's brand cools in key markets. Xpeng's tighter AI integration and local manufacturing could help it carve market share, but execution risks remain high as external sales plans are still murky. With 5,000 Optimus bots slated next year and now AI cars hitting the road, the automation arms race in China is intensifying. Why it matters: If Xpeng scales AI-first vehicles abroad, it could disrupt Tesla's China stronghold and accelerate global EV competition. Investors will watch Xpeng's overseas rollout timeline and Tesla's June-quarter delivery trends for clues on who leads the AI-EV frontier. This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Xpeng Launches 'AI-Defined' P7 EV to Take on Tesla
Xpeng (NYSE:XPEV) unveiled a new version of its P7 electric vehicle on Thursday, positioning it as an advanced AI-powered sedan aimed at intensifying competition with Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA). The second-generation P7, described by CEO He Xiaopeng as more than a car, integrates Xpeng's in-house Turing AI chip. The company claims the vehicle is the first AI-defined model, offering autonomous driving features and a conversational voice assistant designed to mimic human interaction. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 2 Warning Sign with XPEV. The car targets the same segment as Tesla's Model 3, a key seller in the mid-size EV space. Xpeng said the vehicle's performance and intelligent systems align with the demands of an AI-driven future. It remains unclear whether the P7 will be sold outside China. However, Xpeng's UK distributor, International Motors, expects to roll out five models in the country by 2028. Current offerings include the G6, G9, and X9 SUVs. Xpeng shares dropped nearly 2% following the launch. The broader EV market has faced headwinds, with Tesla's China sales reportedly falling 69% year-over-year during the week of May 5 to 11. This article first appeared on GuruFocus.
South China Morning Post
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- South China Morning Post
Chinese EV maker Xpeng launches AI-chip powered P7 to take on Tesla Model 3, Xiaomi SU7
He Xiaopeng, CEO of the Guangzhou-based carmaker, said the refreshed P7 would set the benchmark for next-generation EVs, and highlights technological advances of Chinese smart EVs. 'The next-generation P7 is more than a car, it's Xpeng's answer for the AI era in form and function,' the CEO told a virtual launch ceremony on Thursday. The P7 sedan, which would be priced from about 300,000 yuan (US$41,630), was expected to hit the mainland Chinese market in July or August, according to the company. An XPeng P7+ electric vehicle is displayed at the company's showcase event in Hong Kong in April. Photo: AP It is 'a bold, emotional and athletic 5-seater coupe that raises the bar in both aesthetics and performance', Xpeng said. The P7 will be equipped with Xpeng's indigenous Turing chip, which has not yet been used in any production model.
Top Gear
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- Top Gear
Here's your first look at Xpeng's shiny new, second-gen P7
First Look Fastback roofline, flashy headlights... this thing looks like it means serious business Skip 4 photos in the image carousel and continue reading Chinese carmaker Xpeng is launching the next generation of its all-electric, five-seat P7 sports saloon, and the very first images have just dropped. It's been progressively worked on over the last five years and refined through 'countless' iterations, says lead designer Rafik Ferrag. And in fairness, the Mk2 looks like a pretty bold leap forward from the car it replaces. Key traits include Polestar 3-like headlamp clusters and a thick panel gap which stretches from the aggressive nose right back to the A-pillar. Good luck cleaning autumn leaves and general detritus out of those. Advertisement - Page continues below There's a similar set of lights out back, joined by a sweeping fastback roofline and an active rear wing that extends outwards from within the tailgate. It's certainly handsome. And safe, too, because it's passed both the Chinese and European NCAP safety tests with five-star ratings, so it should be as stern as a centre-back pairing of Ryan Shawcross and Robert Huth. And according to Xpeng CEO He Xiaopeng, the P7 is the company's 'answer for the AI era in form and function". Right. You might like Xpeng only brought the first-gen P7+ to Europe earlier this year, and its tech caused quite the stir. Partly thanks to its Level-Two (so semi-autonomous) driver assist, and partly because of its 'AI Hawkeye Visual Solution', which is a set of guided cameras and radars that sniff out danger. The Plus also gets 800-volt architecture and computing power from the likes of Qualcomm and Nvidia. Safe to assume this new car will also get these and more, since Xiaopeng also confirmed it'll be a 'major' technological upgrade over the previous car, and pave the way for the company's future products. Advertisement - Page continues below We're yet to receive any word on outputs, but as a yardstick, consider that the Mk1's biggest battery (86.2kWh) serves up to 358 miles of range between charges. And since Mk2 wants to be a proper sports saloon and all, one would imagine it will better the previous all-wheel-drive range-topper's 0-62mph time of 4.3s. No confirmation on when - or if - it's coming to the UK, but we're expecting it to given Xpeng's G6 SUV has just gone on sale here and will shortly be followed by the seven-seat X9. That thing even gets a karaoke machine, and we feel it's of the utmost importance that the new P7 does too. More details when we get it... Thank you for subscribing to our newsletter. Look out for your regular round-up of news, reviews and offers in your inbox. Get all the latest news, reviews and exclusives, direct to your inbox.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
XPENG Unveils First Images of Next-Generation P7 Sports Sedan, Designed by Rafik Ferrag
CEO He Xiaopeng: "P7 is more than a car - it is XPENG's answer for the AI era in form and function". Chief Designer Rafik Ferrag: "The original P7 was a milestone for XPENG and a turning point in China's EV landscape. With this new generation, we set out to design a pure electric sports sedan that could amaze at every angle". GUANGZHOU, China, May 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- XPENG, the global high-tech and AI-driven smart electric vehicle company, has stunned the automotive world with the release of the first official images of its next-generation XPENG P7 - a bold and emotionally charged evolution of XPENG's definitive electric sports sedan. Published by Lead Exterior Designer Rafik Ferrag, the All New XPENG P7 - previously known under its codename E29 - breaks cover in a series of striking images and a dynamic video, released via Ferrag's social media. The French designer, known for shaping the iconic first-generation P7 in 2018, leads the creative vision behind this latest iteration, which embodies a powerful blend of art, athleticism, and cutting-edge technology. XPENG Asset library A Milestone for XPENG 'I'm very excited that the first official pictures and video are now visible to everyone,' said Ferrag. 'The original P7 was a milestone for XPENG and a turning point in China's EV landscape. With this new generation, we set out to design a pure electric sports sedan that could amaze at every angle. This car is our dream—refined through countless iterations. In my eyes, the all-new XPENG P7 is a work of art, shaped with emotion and purpose.' Launched in 2020, XPENG P7 was awarded as Car of the Year 2021 in Xuanyuan Awards, China's top badge of auto quality and innovation, and has received a 5-star rating in both C-NCAP and Euro NCAP safety tests. Bold, emotional, athletic and more than a car The All New XPENG P7 is a bold, emotional, and athletic 5-seater sports sedan that raises the bar in both aesthetics and performance. Sculpted to reflect Ferrag's evolving design philosophy, it builds on the visual identity that helped XPENG become a design and technology pioneer in the global EV race. Developed over five years by XPENG's obsessive research and development team, the next-generation P7 is more than a car - it is XPENG's answer for the AI era in form and function. CEO He Xiaopeng describes it as a major upgrade for the brand's next technological leap: one that blends AI-powered luxury, cutting-edge XPENG Turing Smart Driving, and an immersive smart cockpit into a sleek and futuristic form. Leading the charge Since its debut in 2019, the original XPENG P7 has served as a benchmark in Chinese EV design, symbolizing the company's dedication to technology-driven growth. Its successor continues that legacy - leading the charge into a new generation powered by AI, innovation, and ambition. 'The first P7 wasn't just a car - it became part of my soul,' reflected Ferrag. 'This time, I led a larger team to overcome even bigger challenges. The future isn't conceptual anymore - we've built it.' XPENG's rise on the global stage continues. The company has rapidly expanded across Asia, Australia and Europe with operations in more than 30 countries and regions, reflecting XPENG's mission to become a global force in intelligent mobility. More details of the All-new XPENG P7 will be revealed later. About XPENG Founded in 2014, XPENG is a leading Chinese AI-driven mobility company that designs, develops, manufactures, and markets Smart EVs for a new generation of tech-savvy consumers. With in-house R&D of core systems—including autonomous driving, intelligent cockpit software, powertrain, and electrical/electronic architecture—XPENG is redefining the future of transportation through innovation. Headquartered in Guangzhou, the company also operates offices in Beijing, Shanghai, Silicon Valley, and Amsterdam, with production facilities in Zhaoqing and Guangzhou. XPENG is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: XPEV) and the Hong Kong Exchange (HKEX: 9868). For more information, visit: Contacts: For Media Enquiries: XPENG PR Department Email: pr@ Photos accompanying this announcement are available at: in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
