Chery believes its future lies not only in cars, so the conglomerate's subsidiary, AiMoga, has officially launched its first full-size humanoid robot, named Mornine M1, onto the market. Sales have begun on JD.com through the brand's official store. The Mornine M1 robot is priced at $41,400, and for those who find a full-size humanoid inaccessible or simply unnecessary, the company offers a "younger brother," the Argos X1 robotic dog for $2,300. Deliveries of the first orders are promised by the end of May 2026. Standing 167 cm tall, the Mornine M1 weighs 70 kg. The robot has 40 degrees of freedom of movement (excluding hand mobility), allowing it to mimic human movements with high precision. However, don’t expect Olympic records from it, as its maximum walking speed is only 1 m/s (about 3.6 km/h), and each arm can lift a load of up to 1.5 kg. Autonomy is provided by a 14,600 mAh battery. It lasts two hours, after which another two hours of charging will be required. To ensure the Mornine M1 doesn’t bump into walls and can recognize its owner, it is equipped with sensors. There is one 3D lidar, two depth cameras, a wide-angle camera, and four ultrasonic radars. The Mornine M1 is positioned as a universal intelligent agent. It can independently open car doors, work with both hands, and even supports remote control via a VR headset. The main application areas currently are sales, hotel receptions, and educational institutions. Chery plans to integrate robots into its showrooms and shopping centers, creating a unique customer support ecosystem. Interestingly, Chery is not alone in its ambitions. For example, Xpeng is preparing for mass production of its own robot, named Iron, by the end of 2026, and GAC is testing the third generation of its robot, GoMate. According to TrendForce, the humanoid robot market in China will grow by 94 percent in 2026. Automakers are leveraging their expertise in drive systems, batteries, and AI systems to occupy a new niche before it becomes oversaturated. For Chery, this is also a way to diversify its business. The company is building an offline distribution network for robots, offering not only direct sales but also leasing and installment payment plans through its financial system.