Robotaxis, driver-assist systems and the long road to full autonomy. Launches, disengagements and regulatory fights.
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Mengshi Auto announced a strategic shift to user-focused NEVs with Huawei Qiankun, upgrading products, channels, and ecosystems. Four new models will launch over the next two years, with one debuting at Beijing Auto Show on April 24.
IT之家 · 153d ago
NIO Ledao L90 2026 model begins nationwide shipment, with first showroom and test cars arriving April 21. New variants include laser radar edition alongside pure vision, plus fresh dual-tone colors and 21-inch wheels.
IT之家 · 155d ago
Hesai unveils next-gen automotive lidar sensor capable of color recognition. It significantly enhances autonomous driving environmental perception and safety.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 156d ago
Ford slows aggressive EV strategy, with Doug Field departing from EV/software leadership. New department integrates EV, digital design, and manufacturing for faster decisions.
虎嗅 · 156d ago
Aion N60 EV pre-sale starts at 115,800 RMB, featuring standard LiDAR and end-to-end intelligent driving. This configuration democratizes advanced AD tech.
Ifanr (爱范儿) · 157d ago
Huawei's Aito M8 delivered over 170k units in first year, topping 400k RMB SUV sales. New Ruihong/Zhanlan colors with 21-inch wheels start at 369.8k RMB.
IT之家 · 158d ago
BYD Han EV flash charge edition is imminent, with show cars arriving at dealerships. It packs second-gen blade battery (69.07 kWh, 705 km CLTC range) and flash charging for 5min sufficient/9min full even at -30C.
IT之家 · 159d ago
In Norway's Bergen, a fatal 2023 Tesla Model Y crash investigation faces doubts after the onboard telematics card vanished. This card stores and transmits accident data to Tesla servers.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 160d ago
HarmonyOS Zhixing reveals real-car lighting of the new Aito M9's interstellar through-type big blue lights for ADS 4. Blue lamps appear on front, rearview mirrors, and tail, totaling at least five.
IT之家 · 161d ago
Deepal Auto set a record 1.2% overall market share in March 2026 with 31,742 global sales, up 30% YoY. Flagship models S05, S07, L06 drove growth; multiple new products launch in April.
IT之家 · 163d ago
Didi Autonomous Driving's Zhang Bo emphasizes deep cultivation of AI, hardware, and scenario capabilities to drive ongoing innovation breakthroughs. The company maintains a commitment to responsible scientific and technological innovation in its autonomous driving efforts.
钛媒体 · 163d ago
BYD rolled out a major OTA update for its Denza D9 MPV. The update introduces an end-to-end AI driving model.
Pandaily · 164d ago
Kia plans to invest 49 trillion KRW ($33B) in facilities and R&D through 2030 to bolster future mobility. This is a 7 trillion KRW increase from prior plan, with 43% allocated to EV, autonomous driving, and robots.
36氪 · 165d ago
Volkswagen's MOIA America and Uber have started on-road testing about 10 autonomous ID. Buzz minibuses in Los Angeles.
The Next Web (TNW) · 165d ago
Huawei-backed AITO M9 2026 model was spotted on Chinese roads without camouflage. It showcases redesigned door handles and a more angular profile.
Pandaily · 167d ago
US auto safety agency closed its probe into Tesla's remote parking feature. Collisions were found extremely rare, all low-speed with minor consequences.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 167d ago
The US has ended its investigation into Tesla's remote driving feature. The closure follows implementation of software updates.
iTNews Australia · 167d ago
Hongmeng Zhixing released its March owner usage report, revealing over 95% active ADAS users and 630 million km of assisted driving mileage. Urban navigation hit 240 million km, highway 380 million km, avoiding 263,000 potential collisions.
IT之家 · 168d ago
XPeng Motors has officially launched the '洒了么' app for evaluating intelligent driving comfort. The software is available on XPeng's mini-program and accessible to non-owners.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 169d ago
Seres allegedly paid 75B RMB to Huawei's Harmony Intelligent Mobility over years. Questions value amid high costs and rising competition.
虎嗅 · 169d ago
FAW Audi A6L e-tron launches April 10, pre-sale from 31.3万元. Features Huawei Qiankun intelligent driving with dual lidar and NOA.
IT之家 · 170d ago
Robotaxi sector has sprinted for a decade amid hype but now faces a false dawn. First profitability emerges, yet met with capital's cold reception.
钛媒体 · 171d ago
NIO's Ledao L90 2026 model launches late April with new LiDAR variant, despite ~10k RMB cost hike from memory prices. Pure-vision version gets major OTA update with end-to-end AD model for better city/highway NOA.
IT之家 · 172d ago
Baidu's Apollo Go robotaxis stalled in Wuhan roads due to system malfunction, stranding riders for hours. Police confirmed multiple reports Tuesday night.
The Guardian Technology · 172d ago
Huawei Qiankun-backed Qijie GT7 smart estate car 'Chaka Silver' official images released, inspired by Tea Card Salt Lake dawn reflections. Launch conference set for June with pricing, configs, and delivery details.
IT之家 · 173d ago
Nearly 100 Radish Run vehicles broke down simultaneously due to a technical fault. The incident reveals poor preparation for failures, lacking support staff, alternative routes, or recovery paths.
钛媒体 · 173d ago
A mass malfunction in Baidu's robotaxis halted traffic in a Chinese city, affecting at least 100 vehicles. Baidu has not responded to requests for comment on the outage.
BBC Technology · 173d ago
Chinese auto industry battles to capture 15 million market with affordable smart driving tech. Shift from basic usability to high-quality, low-cost solutions.
钛媒体 · 173d ago
Elon Musk posted on social media that Tesla's FSD 14.3 is in employee testing. The update is slated for official release this weekend.
36氪 · 173d ago
Dozens of Luobo Kuai Pa unmanned taxis in Wuhan suddenly halted during operation, as shown in social media videos from drivers and passengers. The collective failure stranded users and has caused multiple accidents.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 173d ago