XPENG Appoints Korea Managing Director, Confirms Plans to Enter South Korean Market
The planned South Korean entry adds another market to XPENG's international expansion efforts.
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XPENG (XPEV) appointed Lee Man-sik as Managing Director of XPENG Motors Korea, effective December 1, 2026, as it prepares to enter South Korea.
Lee brings more than three decades of automotive experience, including sales and commercial operations at Volvo Cars Korea. His responsibilities will include establishing the local business, developing sales and service networks, and building partnerships. XPENG plans to announce launch timing and local operating details later.
The expansion follows record October 2026 deliveries of 50,237 vehicles worldwide, including 13,326 overseas. Worldwide deliveries rose 22% from September and 20% year over year; overseas deliveries increased 166% year over year.
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- Moderate pointOctober 2026 worldwide deliveries reached a record 50,237 vehicles, up 22% from September and 20% year over year.
- Moderate point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.Planned South Korean entry includes establishing local operations, developing sales and service networks, and building partnerships.
- Minor pointOctober 2026 overseas deliveries reached a record 13,326 vehicles, up 166% year over year.
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Key Figures
- Appointment effective date
- December 1, 2026
- Managing Director of XPENG Motors Korea
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- XPENG today announced the appointment of Lee Man-sik, a 30-year automotive industry veteran with a proven track record in sales and commercial operations, as Managing Director of XPENG Motors Korea, effective December 1, 2026.
- The appointment marks XPENG's planned entry into the South Korean market. Details on launch timing and local business operations will be announced at a later date.
Mr. Lee brings more than three decades of automotive industry experience. Having begun his career in engineering, he has built expertise across sales, marketing, product strategy, brand communications, dealer network development and customer service. He joined Volvo Cars Korea in 2003 and played a pivotal role in establishing Volvo as a leading premium import brand in
At Volvo Cars Korea, he led the development and execution of the brand's mid- to long-term growth strategy, with responsibilities spanning brand positioning, product planning, sales and marketing, nationwide dealer expansion and customer experience.
"Over the past thirty years, I have learned that sustainable growth for a premium brand rests not only on outstanding products but on trust built with customers," said Mr. Lee. "XPENG is a brand presenting new possibilities for the industry through innovative AI technology and a vision for future mobility. I am delighted to join this journey of change."
On the Korean market, he added: "Korean customers hold exceptionally high expectations for automobiles and are remarkably open to new technology and innovation. We believe XPENG's advanced technology and product competitiveness can offer them new choices and differentiated value. Above all, our goal is to build a brand customers can choose with confidence — one that delivers a trustworthy experience at every step of ownership."
In his new role, Mr. Lee will lead XPENG's efforts to establish its business foundation in
XPENG's planned entry into
About XPENG
XPENG is a leading global Physical AI company, dedicated to bringing artificial intelligence into the physical world to reshape future mobility and smart living. Through in-house R&D, XPENG has developed a full-stack Physical AI architecture spanning Turing AI chips, world foundation models, and highly integrated software and hardware applications. This unified technology foundation of XPENG powers an expansive product portfolio of smart EVs, robotaxis, and humanoid robots, advancing the deployment of Physical AI at scale. Headquartered in Guangzhou, China, XPENG is dual-primary listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. With global capabilities across R&D, manufacturing, sales, and services, XPENG drives continuous technological innovation and fosters an open Physical AI ecosystem, making life smarter, safer, and better for users worldwide. For more information, please visit https://www.xpeng.com/.
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FAQ
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Who will lead XPENG's South Korean business and when does the appointment take effect?
Lee Man-sik will become Managing Director of XPENG Motors Korea effective December 1, 2026. He will lead efforts to establish the business in South Korea, including developing sales and service networks, building partnerships and strengthening the brand's local presence.
When will XPENG launch in South Korea?
XPENG has not announced a South Korean launch date. The company plans to share launch timing and details of local business operations at a later date.