Baidu will launch its first electric vehicle model using its new conversational artificial intelligence (AI) technology, with the intention of providing a ChatGPT-like experience that enables natural conversation between owners and their vehicles, an executive from the company said on...
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Bosch said on Monday it is co-developing a new generation of its advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) with Chinese self-driving car company WeRide, aiming for delivery in late 2023. The system has also secured the first pilot customer, which the German auto parts maker has yet to...
Arcfox, an electric vehicle brand launched by Chinese automaker BAIC, said it had started providing car users with its long-awaited Navigation Cruise Assist (NCA) software, a semi-autonomous driving feature developed on Friday by Huawei. Why it matters: The introduction of Huawei’s automated...
As developers struggle to overcome a long list of challenges after years of research and with billions in cash burned, the autonomous vehicle sector is entering a new adjustment phase. While some investors are rethinking their initial optimism for the autonomous vehicle sector, industry players...
Large-scale commercial operation of highly autonomous vehicles (AVs) could become a reality “sooner than expected” in China, Baidu’s CEO Robin Li said on Thursday at the 2022 World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai. “I think it would take a longer time to commercialize...
DeepWay, a Chinese autonomous driving startup backed by Baidu, said on Tuesday that it has raised RMB 460 million (around $67.2 million) in a Series A led by Qiming Venture Partners and joined by multiple veteran investment firms. Why it matters: DeepWay brands itself as China’s first...
On Tuesday, Li Auto announced the L9, a full-size, three-row sports utility vehicle, as part of its stated ambitious plan to achieve 1.6 million vehicle sales by 2025. The car’s starting price is less than half that of similar offerings from the likes of BMW and Mercedes-Benz. Why it matters:...
Drone maker DJI is about to see its in-car system used on a mass-produced electric vehicle for the first time through a partnership with SAIC-GM-Wuling (SGMW), General Motors’ China joint venture with SAIC Motor and Liuzhou Wuling Automobile, a small Chinese automobile company. On Thursday, the...
Xpeng Motors released first-quarter earnings on Monday night, giving a second-quarter forecast that fell far below estimate. The company said it has made progress in ensuring the production against the backdrop of a global shortage of chip and battery supplies, but investors remained concerned...
Automakers in China is struggling to regain the momentum lost during a citywide lockdown in Shanghai that began in late...
Qcraft, a Chinese autonomous driving startup, said at a Wednesday conference that it is partnering with ride-hailing firm T3 to bring self-driving vehicles onto the latter’s ride-share network in the eastern city of Suzhou. T3 users within the range of those vehicles’ routes will soon be able...
Chinese EV sales reported robust figures in January. Tesla ended 2021 with a solid profit performance. CATL retained its competitive...
Baidu’s electric vehicle (EV) project Jidu Auto announced on Wednesday that it has raised nearly $400 million in Series A as the Chinese search engine giant accelerates the development of EVs with self-driving capabilities. Why it matters: Jidu will use the proceeds on research and...
Chinese automaker BYD said on Wednesday it is partnering with US autonomous driving startup Nuro to make electric robocars for goods delivery services. Why it matters: The partnership is the latest example of Chinese automakers working with overseas tech companies to build autonomous...
China’s electric vehicle (EV) sales soared in 2021, bucking the national trend of slowing auto sales. Local automakers have shown strong competitiveness against overseas counterparts. However, industry players may face new challenges: a looming price war among competitors will likely reduce...
China’s electric vehicle (EV) sales soared in 2021, bucking the national trend of slowing auto sales. Local automakers have shown strong competitiveness against overseas counterparts. However, industry players may face new challenges: a looming price war among competitors will likely reduce...
Zvision Technologies, a Chinese startup that makes lidar sensors for self-driving cars, announced a new investment from three Chinese automakers on Monday, including Xpeng Motors. The company becomes the latest startup to tap growing investor interest in the self-driving car space. Why it...
Huawei burrowed further into the auto industry with the launch of the first vehicle with its homegrown operating...
We round up the most significant milestones in the three auto companies’ turbulent history this year and what’s next for them in...
We round up the most significant milestones in the three auto companies’ turbulent history this year and what’s next for them in...
Nio on Saturday revealed its second fully electric premium sedan model ET5, featuring an automated driving system, a fresh design, and a lower price point, to reach a larger customer base. Why it matters: Speaking to reporters on Dec. 19, chief executive William Li said he expects the Nio ET5,...
Nio on Saturday revealed its second fully electric premium sedan model ET5, featuring an automated driving system, a fresh design, and a lower price point, to reach a larger customer base. Why it matters: Speaking to reporters on Dec. 19, chief executive William Li said he expects the Nio ET5,...
Chinese self-driving startup WeRide is partnering with Guangzhou Automobile Group (GAC) to bring autonomous vehicles (AV) onto ride-hailing platform Ontime. It is part of a joint push toward the commercial deployment of robotaxi services, the two companies said on Thursday. Why it matters:...
Chinese self-driving startup WeRide is partnering with Guangzhou Automobile Group (GAC) to bring autonomous vehicles (AV) onto ride-hailing platform Ontime. It is part of a joint push toward the commercial deployment of robotaxi services, the two companies said on Thursday. Why it matters:...
Baidu on Thursday unveiled a new robotaxi model, called Apollo Moon, with a manufacturing cost significantly lower than competitors. The Chinese search engine giant hopes to expand its business and commercialize an autonomous ride-hailing service. Why it matters: The robocar is not being sold,...
Baidu on Thursday unveiled a new robotaxi model, called Apollo Moon, with a manufacturing cost significantly lower than competitors. The Chinese search engine giant hopes to expand its business and commercialize an autonomous ride-hailing service. Why it matters: The robocar is not being sold,...
While Chinese companies won’t be the first to deliver road-ready lidar systems, they could be the first to do it at a practical...
Chinese ride-hailing platform Didi filed for an initial public offering on Thursday. The company plans to trade on either the New York Stock Exchange or Nasdaq. Why it matters: Valued at $62 billion, Didi is among the world’s five highest-valued unicorns. The company’s listing could be...
The local government of Beijing on Tuesday granted the country’s first-ever permits for commercial deployment of delivery robots to JD.com, Meituan, and Neolix, allowing the companies to charge clients for driverless delivery services. Why it matters: Robot vehicles are going into commercial...
Huawei’s auto push won’t include making its own cars, the company said Monday. The statement comes on the heels of a series of high profile moves into auto technology by the telecoms giant, and reports that it plans to manufacture its own vehicles Why it matters: Huawei’s statement...