Chinese electric vehicle maker Xpeng’s new humanoid robot looked so realistic that netizens thought there was a person inside. The company’s CEO even had to release a video breaking down its design - with clips showing staff slicing through the robot’s ‘skin’ to prove it’s all machine. Named IRON, the robot features a humanoid spine, bionic muscles and synthetic skin that Xpeng says can be customised by colour and body type. #xpeng #ironrobot #chinanews #china | CNA

A new humanoid robot called IRON released by Chinese car brand XPeng Motors has sparked excitement — and questions over authenticity — for its lifelike design and catwalk-worthy movements. | Sixth Tone