According to the latest reports from the media on April 23, the Hengshui police in Hebei Province are investigating the involvement of water armies and public relations companies. During the listing period of Ideal MEGA, three to four automotive companies suspected of participating in the suppression are under investigation. The Hengshui police have conducted multiple inquiries, and a mid-level employee of XPeng Motors is currently cooperating with the investigation. Attempts to reach this employee by phone have been unsuccessful.
After the report was released, Xiaopeng Motors immediately responded and clarified the matter as follows:
"We have noticed media reports regarding Xiaopeng Motors' employees cooperating with investigations. Here are our clarifications:
Recently, the Hebei police have been cracking down on internet water army activities, and Xiaopeng Motors is actively cooperating with the police in their investigation of suppliers. The case is currently under investigation, and we urge everyone not to spread rumors or hinder the police's investigation.
Xiaopeng Motors strongly supports the police's efforts to crack down on internet water armies. Since the launch of the Xiaopeng X9, it has been maliciously attacked by internet water armies, with over 5000 negative reports.
In response to such attacks, Xiaopeng Motors has gathered evidence and reported the case to the police, who have already accepted it. We will also promptly disclose any updates to the public."
