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Chinese EV Leader is launching newly developed smart driving ADAS tech next month The first BYD city pilot assist driving feature 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 30. BYD's 𝐃𝐞𝐧𝐳𝐚 𝐍7 𝐒𝐔𝐕 will be the first of the auto giant's 20+ lineup to receive the upgrade. Major cities like Shenzen (BYD's headquarters) will be the first to see the feature rollout. EV makers like 𝐍𝐈𝐎, 𝐗𝐏𝐞𝐧𝐠, 𝐇𝐮𝐚𝐰𝐞𝐢, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐢 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐨 are providing smart driving tech features as standard, so looks like BYD is following trend to what the rest of the industry is doing.... Investing heavily in Autonomous Driving. This is evident, as BYD is investing $14 billion (RMB 100 billion) to become a leader in intelligent driving. #BYD #ADAS #China

🤩 Here is what happened in the autonomous mobility and transportation sector 🚛. As always, just my personal opinion, please add your thoughts and comments 👇 👉 Baidu, Inc. launched the 6th generation of autonomous taxis at the Apollo Day in Wuhan. The costs of the vehicle 🚗 is 60% below the 5th generation. Price is below $30.000. A fleet of 1.000 vehicles should be deployed by the end of 2024. Besides pushing on L4 shuttles, ADAS systems are on the agenda as well to increase the return on investment: https://lnkd.in/duuvQqr5 👉 Baidu, Inc. brain for the Tesla robotaxis in China 🇨🇳? Seems that Baidu plays a crucial role in the autonomous driving future of Tesla in China. In a worst case scenario, this would be negative for Tesla 🇺🇸. Tesla would provide the shell and the brand, the intelligent system could be provided by Baidu. As Tesla is kneecapped in China by the local data regulation, there might be no other option. https://lnkd.in/dq_eTCwY 👉 Renault Group 🇫🇷 is getting closer to one of its investments from the Alliance Venture fund. the OEM is testing a L4 shuttle from WeRide during the French Open tennis tournament. Let’s see if both parties could pull off a L4 initiative that is targeting the European PTOs. I would welcome 🙏 it, as we need more strong players in Europe to build the ecosystem. https://lnkd.in/dPHCTwB6 👉 Gatik is joining forces with Isuzu 🚛: Isuzu is providing $30 million of investment 🤑, both parties agree to develop ADAS and L4 AD systems to automate the logistics sector. We have seen similar deals in the past: Torc Robotics got acquired by Daimler Truck AG after a first investment 💰 round. Plus joint forces with TRATON GROUP and Iveco Group to push level 4 systems: https://lnkd.in/dQY5R6tr What’s is missing? Please add your top stories and some context. #mobility #automotive #autonomus

Many automakers in China are accelerating the launch of high-end intelligent driving systems following Tesla CEO Elon Musk's announcement of the imminent release of the Full Self-Driving system in the Chinese market. Xpeng Motors recently introduced the Xpeng Navigation Guided Pilot, an advanced driving assistant system utilizing a large language model. Mercedes-Benz plans to equip some new models with an urban navigation autopilot system next year and is testing its level four autonomous driving cars in Beijing. Huawei Technologies will unveil its ADS 3.0 smart driving solution in August. Chinese startups Nio and Li Auto are set to introduce similar systems this year. Automakers like Voyah and Volkswagen Group are collaborating with tech firms to enhance their smart driving offerings. A report indicates that over four million cars with Navigation on Autopilot are expected by next year, growing in market value significantly by 2027. However, most advanced assistant driving features are limited to expensive models, making widespread adoption challenging. Developers are focusing on increasing market share at the expense of profitability, with concerns about declining consumer willingness to pay for smart driving features despite high interest. #MotiveAsia #China https://lnkd.in/gycG6AQ5

FIRST US-made Hyundai IONIQ 5 rolls off the assembly line in GA! The exciting EV will also be a Waymo Robotaxi. See EVinfo.net's article: https://lnkd.in/gAu-sKM2 The IONIQ 5, which has been popular globally for its range, performance, and design, is the first model to be produced at the plant. It’s expected to arrive at US dealerships by the end of 2024. Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) is set to produce a range of other EV models in the future, contributing to Hyundai’s goal of producing more than 500,000 EVs annually in the US by 2030. After breaking ground on the site in October 2022, Hyundai fast-tracked construction and completed the $7.6 billion plant in just under two years. The plant has the capacity to produce up to 300,000 EVs annually. According to a study by the Center for Automotive Research, Hyundai Motor Group investments of over $12.6 billion in electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing in the U.S. are expected to generate over 50,000 new jobs, positioning the company to be a leading provider of EVs in the U.S. Georgia is rapidly becoming a hub for electric vehicle (EV) and clean energy industries. Since 2018, more than $28 billion has been invested in Georgia for electric vehicles, batteries, and other sustainable energy projects, attracting over 36,000 new jobs. Hyundai Motor Company and Waymo announced forming a multi-year strategic partnership to develop autonomous electric vehicles (EVs). In the first phase of this collaboration, Hyundai will integrate Waymo’s sixth-generation fully autonomous driving technology, known as the Waymo Driver, into its all-electric IONIQ 5 SUV. Known for its efficiency and performance, the award-winning IONIQ 5 is ideal for long driving shifts, with the ability to travel substantial distances on a single charge. Its advanced 800-volt architecture allows for ultra-fast charging, significantly reducing downtime and keeping the vehicles in service for extended periods. EVinfo.net offers sponsored articles, interviews and more to the EV industry: https://lnkd.in/gH5Gdqb7 Sign up for the EVinfo.net e-news, coming in 2025: https://lnkd.in/gHq6iA2p #hyundailife #hyundai #waymo #electricvehicles

China is one of the most relaxed countries regarding laws regarding autonomous driving. In China, cars can already do the most crazy maneuvers, while in Europe I still have to occasionally touch my steering wheel. 🛞😅 Changing laws regarding autonomous cars is very complex. If a car crashes into something, whose fault is it? When it has to choose to crash into a building or a group of people... what does it need to do? These ambiguous situations for liability are reason enough to change legislation carefully. 🏛️ In China, they are pushing this legislation hard to combat the upcoming population aging. As a result, every domestic company is innovating as hard as it can to become the leader in this field. Even Chinese netizens have no clue what is happening. 🤣👇 The cars you see in the video are Chery & Huawei's Luxeed cars. This brand is not active in Europe yet, but I bet they will come at some point. Chery is already opening a factory in Spain. 🇪🇸 #huawei #tesla #autopilot #tech #EV ----- 🔔 Follow me to see more cool insights about Eastern innovations 📲 Reach out to me if you need an inspiring keynote or strategic advice

🚗 Exciting developments on Software Defined Vehicles and the future of Autonomous Mobility! Hyundai Motor Group is acting to secure its position in the rapidly evolving software-defined vehicle (SDV) market. The company is set to establish a new R&D center in Silicon Valley, recognizing that "its future depends on the success of SDVs." Important takeaways: • The global SDV market is projected to grow by 54.9% to $419.7 billion by 2028. • Competition is intensifying with EV leaders like Tesla and BYD, as well as tech giants like Huawei, all vying for dominance in automotive software development. I am here referring to the article by "The Korean Economic Daily" (below) which already paints an interesting picture of a future where SDVs and autonomous vehicles reshape our cities and transportation systems. 🤔 Hyundai's strategic move comes after its executives, including CEO Chang Jae-hoon, were reportedly impressed by the advanced software capabilities of Chinese EV makers at the Shanghai auto show. This underscores the critical role of software in the future of the automotive industry. As vehicles increasingly become "computers on wheels," the race to develop cutting-edge SDV technology will be crucial for automakers' long-term success. Is Hyundai right to act so strongly on SDV and Autonomous Vehicle? #AutonomousVehicles #SoftwareDefinedVehicles #FutureMobility #HyundaiMotor #AutomotiveInnovation 

Xpeng, a leading electric vehicle manufacturer, has expanded its self-driving system to all cities across mainland China, aiming to attract more local users before Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) software launches in China. This move positions Xpeng as the first mainland carmaker to deploy its semi-autonomous driving system nationwide. The new version of Xpeng's Navigation Guided Pilot (X NGP) represents a significant advancement in autonomous driving technology in the world’s largest EV market, according to CEO He Xiaopeng. Apply 👉 #vietnam #thailand #taiwan #southkorea #philippines #hongkong #korea #malaysia #singapore #indonesia #china #asia #usa #japan #india #cambodia #laos #mongolia #myanmar #salta #argentina #australia #southamerica #brazil #CDNDigital #foxandfriends #spain #Xpeng #SelfDriving #EV #FullSelfDriving #AutomotiveTech

Four-Wheel Flash | New Brand from XPeng Motors Set to Launch! On March 16th, at the 2024 China Electric Vehicle Summit, He Xiaopeng, Chairman and CEO of XPeng Motors, revealed to the public that the company is set to unveil a brand-new A-level product priced between 100,000 and 150,000 yuan within the next month, targeting global markets. Additionally, in the second quarter, AI technology will be integrated into the vehicles. He Xiaopeng stated, "The new brand will disrupt the market with innovative technology, creating a new species of AI-driven smart vehicles and providing young people with a truly AI-driven driving experience." As the second brand created by XPeng Motors, the new A-level product will be equipped with XPeng's advanced intelligent driving system, and even autonomous driving capabilities. At the 2024 China Electric Vehicle Summit, He Xiaopeng mentioned that currently, human intervention is required approximately 10 times per 100 kilometers for intelligent driving systems, but this should be reduced to at least once in the future. He also pointed out that the turning point for advanced intelligent driving is expected to arrive within the next 18 months. Simultaneously, XPeng Motors officially released a teaser image of the new brand's upcoming vehicle. From the teaser, it is evident that the new car adopts the latest design language, featuring sleek side contours, a floating roof design, and concealed door handles, giving it a sporty appearance. It is anticipated that the new car will be positioned as a pure electric sedan. #ElectricVehicles #AutonomousDriving #AI #NewBrand #SmartCars

Autonomous Revolution Unleashed 🔮🚗 2023 marks a groundbreaking year for autonomous vehicles, heralding the debut of level 3 self-driving cars and rigorous tests for level 4 counterparts. 🛣️ Level 3: Roads Redefined Mercedes-Benz & BMW: Germany's automotive giants, Mercedes-Benz and BMW, step into the future with the launch of their level 3 driving systems—Drive Pilot and Series 7 sedan, respectively. Noteworthy players like Tesla, General Motors, Lucid, Hyundai, Kia, and Polestar are set to join the level 3 fray in 2023. UN Regulations: As UN regulations adapt to the shift, the speed limit for level 3 vehicles increases from 60km/h to 130km/h, unlocking new possibilities for semi-autonomous driving. 🌐 Level 4: Visionary Tests German Autonomy Project: Germany initiates a level 4 autonomous driving project in 2023, employing EVs from Mobileye (Israel) and Nio (China). Simultaneously, the realm of level 4 robotaxis gains momentum, with Motional launching in the US and Cruise expanding in Dubai. Tesla is poised to unveil its own robotaxi. Controlled Autonomy: While level 4 cars navigate carefully controlled zones, manned by operators for emergency response, full autonomy remains on the horizon. In this automotive metamorphosis, the advent of level 3 and strides in level 4 epitomize Assets Positive principles, steering the automotive industry toward a future where roads and regulations evolve hand in hand. 🌐🚀 #AutonomousVehicles #Level3Driving #Level4Autonomy #AssetsPositive