# The system is designed to handle both vehicle charging and tire inflation without requiring any modifications to.

*robotics · news · 2026-04-08 · Interesting Engineering*

## Key points

- BYD's new patent describes a robot that autonomously handles both charging and tire inflation.
- The robot requires no hardware modifications to vehicles, enabling compatibility with existing NEVs.
- BYD's system integrates six modules, including dual-unit positioning and a gripper for charging and inflation.
- Unlike rivals, BYD's robot combines charging and tire maintenance in a single automated workflow.
- No production timeline or deployment plans for BYD's patented system have been disclosed yet.

**Companies:** BYD, Li Auto, Huawei, BMW, Chang Guang Xi Intelligent Manufacturing, Zeekr
**Countries:** China

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