He Xiaopeng Advocates for Self-Driving EVs and Flying Cars in Hong Kong

He Xiaopeng's Vision for Self-Driving EVs in Hong Kong

He Xiaopeng, chairman of Xpeng Motors, is advocating for Hong Kong to embrace self-driving technology and flying cars as opportunities to drive innovation. He emphasizes the need for a more permissive regulatory environment to foster emerging technologies, including autonomous driving.

Xpeng's Aspirations in Hong Kong

• Testing autonomous driving capabilities in Hong Kong.
• Introduction of self-parking technology.
• Plans for launching the G6 model in April.

During a recent briefing, He expressed enthusiasm for Hong Kong potentially becoming Xpeng’s first market outside mainland China to deploy its autonomous driving system, known as Xpeng Navigation Guided Pilot (X NGP). The company plans to start testing its system in the city in the near future, with global promotion slated for 2026.

The Future of Low-Altitude Economy

As part of his proposals to the National People's Congress (NPC), He discussed the commercialization of flying cars, advocating for regulatory reforms that would support this burgeoning sector. He mentioned aspirations for Xpeng to begin mass production of flying cars by 2026, leading the industry towards a new era of transportation.

The potential for the low-altitude economy is immense, with forecasted growth driven by technology that combines both crewed and uncrewed aerial activities. He projects that flying cars could make a significant impact on the market, particularly in regions needing alternative transportation solutions.

Regulatory Support for Technology Innovation

For these technologies to flourish, regulatory frameworks must evolve, allowing self-parking innovations within car parks, and fostering the development of electric flying vehicles with a trained pilot workforce. He’s confident that with the right support, the market for flying cars could potentially reach trillions of dollars in valuation.