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XPeng Accelerates Global Expansion and Showcases AI InnovationsShanghai Auto Show

The Chinese EV maker unveiled new technology and models as it pushes into international markets, aiming for profitability through scale and innovation.

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker Xpeng displays its lineup of SUVs and sedans at a company event by the Victoria Harbour in Hong Kong, China April 15, 2025. REUTERS/Brian Thevenot
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker Xpeng displays a concept flying car, alongside a van designed to carry it, at a company event by the Victoria Harbour in Hong Kong, China April 15, 2025. REUTERS/Brian Thevenot

Overview

  • XPeng announced its entry into the Italian market later this month, part of its goal to operate in 60 markets by the end of 2025.
  • At the Shanghai Auto Show, the company launched a P7+ sedan variant featuring a 5C ultra-fast charging AI battery, promising a month's commute with just 10 minutes of charging.
  • XPeng is developing a 72-billion-parameter autonomous driving model, called XPeng World Base Model, to compete with leading AI-driven autonomous vehicle technologies globally.
  • The company sold 6,600 vehicles in China last week, a 1.5% decline from the previous week, with year-to-date sales reaching 109,200 units.
  • Despite rapid sales growth and a 5% Volkswagen investment, XPeng remains unprofitable, focusing on global diversification and advanced technology to achieve profitability.