Gasgoo Munich- On Feb. 5, Li Auto CEO Li Xiang published a lengthy post on Weibo outlining the company's vision for the ultimate form of the automobile since its inception. The post served as a teaser for the all-new Li Auto L9 while also addressing industry speculation.
In the essay, Li Xiang recalled a question posed when Li Auto was founded in 2015: "What is the ultimate form of the car?" While most saw the answer as a "faster, smarter means of transport," Li Auto's answer was "a robot." The phrase "Li Auto, giving life to cars" was never just a slogan. Over the past decade, we have turned that vision into reality, step by step.
Li Xiang noted that over the past two years, many have asked if going "all in" on AI means the company is no longer focused on automobiles. Quite the opposite, he argued: Embodied intelligence must be built on a solid vehicle foundation to truly create value for users. That is why 70% of his time remains focused on the car itself—ensuring the team understands exactly how to evolve a vehicle into a genuine robot.
According to Li Xiang, the upcoming Li Auto L9 transforms the vehicle into an intelligent agent. With eyes, a brain, a heart, nerves, and limbs, a complete technology stack shifts the car from a passive tool to an active partner. It recognizes you, understands you, and serves you proactively. In the future, every family deserves such an intelligent companion. In 2026, Li Auto begins its second decade. The new L9 is not just a great car; it is the pioneer of embodied AI robots. We have spent ten years preparing for this very moment.
Image source: Li Xiang's Weibo
In fact, on the morning of Jan. 26, Li Auto CEO Li Xiang held an online all-hands meeting to share his assessment of AI trends. He stated that 2026 will be the final window for any company hoping to become a top-tier AI player. By 2028 at the latest, Level 4 autonomous driving technology is certain to become a reality. Globally, no more than three companies will ultimately manage to lay out foundation models, chips, embodied intelligence, and operating systems simultaneously—and Li Auto aims to be one of them. Looking ahead, the company will not only reinforce its positioning as a "mobile home" but also push further into embodied intelligence.
