XPENG Unveils Futuristic Mobility Solutions at Milan Design Week 2025
Milan, Italy April 17, 2025 XPENG, a leading Chinese high-tech and automotive company, has taken a significant step in the European automotive market by unveiling its innovative offerings at the prestigious Milan Design Week 2025. This event marks the Italian premiere of XPENGs electric sedan, the XPENG P7+, touted as the world's first car governed by artificial intelligence, along with the XPENG AEROTH X2, an electric flying car that is set to transform urban transportation.
The event is also notable for the European debut of IRON, a humanoid robot that exemplifies the cutting-edge integration of artificial intelligence and human-like movement.
XPENG, founded in 2014, specializes in designing, developing, manufacturing, and marketing smart electric vehicles powered by artificial intelligence. The brand has made significant strides in establishing its presence in Europe, having entered the Norwegian automotive market in 2021 and subsequently extending its reach to countries including the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Iceland, the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Spain, Portugal, Ireland, Poland, and now Italy. Impressively, XPENG delivered over 94,000 vehicles globally in the first quarter of 2025, reflecting a staggering growth of over 300% compared to the same period the previous year.
Set in the iconic ADI Design Museum in Milan, which houses the historical collection of the Compasso d'Oro award, the exhibition titled XPENG: #FUTUREMOBILITY showcases the cutting-edge solutions from a brand that is redefining the very concept of mobility through robotics, artificial intelligence, and futuristic design.
The spotlight of the exhibition is on three groundbreaking creations from XPENG. The XPENG P7+ not only serves as a sleek electric sedan but also offers a glimpse into the future of smart automotive technology as it is the first car to be operated through AI. The flying car, XPENG AEROTH X2, has already gained recognition by winning the Gold Prize at the China Excellent Industrial Design Award, positioning it as a revolutionary solution for urban travel. Lastly, the humanoid robot IRON represents the seamless blend of AI and lifelike movement, showcasing the brands commitment to innovation.
There is no better place than Italy to discuss automotive culture, timeless design, and the near future of mobility! stated Brian Gu, Vice President and President of XPENG. Today, at this iconic venue, we are writing a new chapter in XPENG's history, and the 2025 edition of Milan Design Week perfectly reflects our vision. We are not only building smart vehicles that marry AI, hardware, and software but are also developing vertical take-off and landing aircraft and robots, he added.
JuanMa Lopez, Vice President of the Design Center at XPENG, expressed his enthusiasm about showcasing XPENG in Italy during such a revered event. It is an honor to present XPENG in Italy at the Milan Design Week, in such an esteemed context as the ADI Design Museum. We couldnt have dreamed of a better setting in a country with such a rich automotive tradition, where design is revered as an art form. Our philosophy is clear: to design vehicles that embody our craftsmanship, perfectly balancing aesthetics and functionality.
Additionally, Mattia Vanini, President of ATFLOW, the exclusive importer and distributor of XPENG in Italy, underscored the significance of this partnership. Being the exclusive importer and distributor of XPENG in Italy is both a great honor and responsibility. XPENG is one of the major players in the global technological revolution. The brand's excellence, combined with our deep understanding of the Italian market, will provide real benefits to consumers and establish XPENG as a reference point in the evolution of sustainable mobility in Italy, he pointed out.
About XPENG
Founded in 2014, XPENG is a Chinese company dedicated to smart mobility powered by artificial intelligence. The company designs, develops, manufactures, and markets intelligent electric vehicles that meet the expectations of increasingly tech-savvy customers. With the rapid growth of artificial intelligence, XPENG aims to become a global leader in smart mobility, accelerating the revolution of intelligent electric vehicles through advanced technologies and shaping the future of transportation. The company develops in-house advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and an embedded intelligent operating system, complementing essential vehicle systems such as the powertrain and electrical/electronic architecture (EEA). Headquartered in Guangzhou, China, XPENG also has strategic offices in Beijing, Shanghai, Silicon Valley, and Amsterdam. Its intelligent electric vehicles are primarily manufactured at its facilities in Zhaoqing and Guangzhou, Guangdong province. XPENG is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: XPEV) and the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX: 9868).
