Robotaxis, driver-assist systems and the long road to full autonomy. Launches, disengagements and regulatory fights.
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BYD Denza N9 Flash Charge Edition starts pre-sale at 450-500k CNY, launching May 18 with 420km EV range and 18 months free fast charging. Features TianShen Zhi Yan 5.0 ADAS with end-to-end closed-loop and reinforcement learning, plus AI smart cockpit with top large model.
IT之家 · 134d ago
Lantu Zhiguang S coupe SUV appeared in China's 407th MIIT vehicle announcement. It features Huawei 896-line quad LiDAR, Qiankun ADS 5, and 32 perception sensors.
IT之家 · 134d ago
Huajing S officially listed starting from 149,800 RMB. Equipped standard with Huawei Qiankun ADS.
Ifanr (爱范儿) · 135d ago
NHTSA announced the Tesla Model Y as the first vehicle to pass its new advanced driver assistance safety tests under the Trump administration. Simultaneously, the agency is investigating 3.2 million Tesla vehicles for crashes involving the company's self-driving system.
The Next Web (TNW) · 135d ago
China Unicom announces the 1 billionth vehicle equipped with its car networking card, establishing the world's largest vehicle networking infrastructure. The platform, serving 92 automakers with over 20 billion monthly API calls, breaks 18 core technologies for high-reliability services.
IT之家 · 138d ago
Nuro has obtained an unmanned driving test permit ahead of Uber's planned robotaxi service launch. This market news highlights growing competition in autonomous vehicles.
36氪 · 138d ago
China's MIIT approved the first two L3 conditional autonomous driving vehicles for production and road use by December 2025. L4 pilots are advancing in cities like Guangzhou and Hainan for sanitation and tourism.
虎嗅 · 139d ago
Didi's 2025 profit dropped 21% to 10B CNY as international (Brazil food) and innovation (autodriving) losses hit 87B CNY, eroding China ride-hailing gains. Marketing expenses surged 57%; Q4 saw overall EBITA loss.
虎嗅 · 139d ago
Pirelli partners with Univrses, taking 30% stake to enhance Cyber Tyre with internal sensors and AI computer vision. System enables precise vehicle positioning, 3D mapping, and environment awareness for ADAS.
IT之家 · 139d ago
NIO's LeDao released L90 updated model with Shenji chip, world model, Sky OS, and LiDAR at same price months after launch, enraging early buyers. Li Bin apologized, offered 5-year free NOA and 10k voucher, but no hardware upgrades possible due to full redesign.
虎嗅 · 140d ago
A California auto shop converted a 1966 Ford Mustang into an EV using Tesla Model 3 dual motors, battery, and FSD software for $40K over two years. It achieves 16 kWh/100km efficiency, 400hp, and runs supervised FSD as the first non-Tesla vehicle.
IT之家 · 141d ago
Dreame Technology unveiled the Nebula NEXT 01 JET Edition rocket car at its DREAME NEXT global event, featuring dual solid rocket boosters for 0.9s 0-100km/h acceleration. It showcases the Star Sky Plan's 12 full-stack technologies, including DHX1 lidar, full solid-state batteries, and AI wire-control chassis.
36氪 · 143d ago
Shanghai Jidu Auto Ltd., linked to Jiyue Auto and Geely-Baidu JV, has filed for bankruptcy. The case lists the company as both applicant and respondent.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 144d ago
Tesla promises HW3 owners a supervised, stripped-down version of Full Self-Driving (FSD). Owners paid up to €6,400 seven years ago for promised autonomy.
Digital Trends · 144d ago
Pirelli acquired 30% of Swedish AI firm Univrses to integrate 3D computer vision into its Cyber Tyre smart tires. The combo boosts vehicle safety, autonomous driving, and real-time road monitoring.
IT之家 · 144d ago
Audi launched A6L e-tron sedan and Q6L e-tron SUV family on PPE platform, priced 26.98-43.98万元. High-end models feature Huawei Qiankun ADS for NOA on city/highway roads.
36氪 · 145d ago
GM's Super Cruise has reached a billion miles driven in less than a decade. This hands-free, eyes-on driver assist system operates only on geofenced highways.
Ars Technica · 145d ago
The article proclaims the arrival of the 'iPhone moment' for autonomous driving heavy trucks. It highlights a future transportation infrastructure jointly built by AI, robots, and open ecosystems.
钛媒体 · 146d ago
Shanghai driver blindly trusted assisted driving, sped while bending to pick a bottle, and failed to take control, causing a fatal accident. Prosecutors emphasize current tech is assistance, not autonomy.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 147d ago
Momenta CEO Cao Xudong sees autonomous driving as the opening chapter of physical AI. He stresses physical AI demands cash-flow businesses as entry tickets.
钛媒体 · 148d ago
At the world's largest car show in Beijing, Chinese manufacturers showcased over 1,000 vehicles with minimal drivers, emphasizing autonomous driving. Amid slowing domestic EV sales, companies are investing heavily in AI to lead future mobility.
The Guardian Technology · 149d ago
Huawei is rapidly gaining ground in the LiDAR market, eroding Hesai's dominance and ushering in a duopoly era. Industry concentration is steadily increasing as competition intensifies.
钛媒体 · 150d ago
启境 GT7 was unveiled at Huawei's Qiankun Technology Conference, introducing intelligent features into the chassis and overall vehicle experience. The launch ties into the Beijing Auto Show and highlights Guangzhou-Shenzhen collaboration.
Ifanr (爱范儿) · 150d ago
Zhao Ming and Qianli are aggressively pursuing the title of world's largest intelligent driving solution supplier. A recent launch event generated buzz, but real-world results may fall short of PPT promises.
钛媒体 · 150d ago
Hongmeng Zhixing unveiled the Ji Jie V9 flagship MPV pre-sale at 39.98万元起, with four versions: Max, Max+, Ultra, Ultra+. Features include Huawei Tuling platform, 896-line LiDAR, redundant ADAS architecture, and luxury options like 35-speaker audio.
IT之家 · 151d ago
CaoCao Mobility faces significant challenges in replicating Didi's success with Robotaxi services. The company's journey into autonomous ride-hailing is only just beginning amid tough competition.
钛媒体 · 152d ago
Ahead of the 2026 Beijing Auto Show, autonomous driving competition intensifies as carmakers vie for dominance. The event is positioned as a key battleground, or 'Bright Summit.' New developments are being foreshadowed.
钛媒体 · 152d ago
Tension rises in intelligent driving as crossovers aim to topple giants. Some firms abandon core offerings post-2025 shakeout.
钛媒体 · 152d ago
New Deepal S07 launches with Huawei Qiankun ADS 4 Pro enhanced edition from 159,900 yuan. It brings lidar-based high-level ADAS to the 150,000 yuan market segment.
Ifanr (爱范儿) · 153d ago
NASN Automotive Electronics, a specialist in by-wire chassis systems, received regulatory approval for its Hong Kong IPO. The move positions it as a frontrunner in the autonomous driving supply chain.
Pandaily · 153d ago