BYD plans to unveil its first humanoid robots in August at the firm’s Di Space experience centres, according to a statement issued on Thursday. The Shenzhen-based company told the South China Morning Post that the robots will be more than just a concept product and will be able to interact with visitors to its Di Space showrooms. BYD’s network of Di Space centres showcases the firm’s latest vehicle technology and products, offering a more immersive experience than a traditional showroom. The world’s largest EV maker follows Tesla, which launched its Optimus robot. In June, BYD executive vice-president Stella Li said the company had made “a huge investment in AI” and related technologies such as humanoid robotics, and predicted that China would become the first market to “see full commercialisation of humanoid robots”.