Humanoid Robots Hit Factory Lines in 2026

Humanoid robots have been deployed on factory lines in 2026, with Figure's F.02 robot contributing to the production of over 30,000 vehicles at BMW's plant in South Carolina. However, the robot has been retired, and the actual production rate is unknown. This marks a significant milestone, but it's essential to distinguish between demo capabilities and actual production metrics. Companies like Tesla and BMW are still testing and de-risking their humanoid robot deployments, with no clear commitment to widespread adoption yet.