Woofun AI reports that Mitsubishi Motors has formed a partnership with Japanese robotics firm Highlanders, targeting the deployment of humanoid robots in 2027. This move aligns with a broader industry shift where major automakers are accelerating collaborations with robotics entities. Existing partnerships include Agility Robotics with Foxconn and Toyota, Apptronik with Jabil and Mercedes-Benz, Figure with BMW, Boston Dynamics with Hyundai Motor, and Optimus with Tesla. Serenity observes that overseas robotics companies are pursuing deep ties or vertical integration with large automakers, whereas Chinese entities like UBTech, AgiBot, and Unitree prefer an open cooperation model involving multiple automotive partners.