Chinese automakers are following Tesla’s bet that robots are the next big profit machine

Chinese automakers including BYD, Geely, and Nio have announced development programs for humanoid robots, following Tesla's investment in robotics technology. The companies have not disclosed specific timelines, production volumes, or profit projections for their robot programs. Tesla CEO Elon Musk has stated that humanoid robots could become a major revenue source, though the company has not yet brought a commercial product to market.

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