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No. 136

2024.09.17

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Autonomous Driving
BYD
China’s BYD to use Huawei’s advanced autonomous driving system in off-road EVs
Self-driving
Xpeng
Chinese EV Maker XPeng Tapes out Latest In-House Chip, Boasting Triple the Computing Power of its Rivals
LiDAR
Ouster
Ouster’s Blue City Achieves NEMA TS2 Certification for Safe Traffic Control
Autonomous trucking
Isuzu Motors
Isuzu Motors Joins Forces With Applied Intuition To Develop Level 4 Autonomous Trucks
ADAS
Nissan
Nissan improves road safety with smart technology

1. China’s BYD to use Huawei’s advanced autonomous driving system in off-road EVs

  • BYD has partnered with Huawei to integrate Huawei’s advanced autonomous driving system, Qiankun, into its Fangchengbao EVs, starting with the Bao 8 SUV.
  • The collaboration is part of BYD’s strategy to move upscale and boost sales of its premium brands, which currently make up only 5% of its total sales.
  • BYD, known for its cost advantage through vertical integration, has been developing its own advanced driver-assistance system (ADAS) but still relies on external suppliers like Huawei for premium models.
  • This partnership underscores Huawei’s growing influence in the EV sector as a key supplier of ADAS, with Audi also planning to use Huawei’s technology in its EVs for the Chinese market.

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BYD partners with Huawei to integrate advanced autonomous driving tech into its premium Fangchengbao EVs, marking a strategic move upscale.

2. Chinese EV Maker XPeng Tapes out Latest In-House Chip, Boasting Triple the Computing Power of its Rivals

  • XPeng Motors has successfully completed the tape-out process for its self-developed intelligent driving chip, designed to meet AI demands and support integrated cabin and driving functionalities.
  • The AI computing power of XPeng’s chip is equivalent to three mainstream intelligent driving chips.
  • XPeng will officially release details about this chip on August 27th during its 10th anniversary and the launch of the M03 model.
  • XPeng’s Chairman and CEO hinted that the chip’s unveiling will meet high expectations.
  • The successful tape-out reflects growing competition among automakers like XPeng and NIO to advance intelligent driving technology.
  • XPeng began building its chip team in 2020, initially collaborating with Marvell, though the partnership faced challenges.

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3. Ouster’s Blue City Achieves NEMA TS2 Certification for Safe Traffic Control

  • Ouster’s Blue City traffic management solution has achieved NEMA TS2 certification, making it the first lidar traffic solution to do so with Buy America(n) certified lidar.
  • Blue City integrates Ouster’s 3D lidar sensors with edge AI to enhance traffic actuation and safety analytics while protecting privacy.
  • The cloud-based analytics platform provides real-time monitoring and insights for traffic management.
  • The NEMA TS2 certification is expected to boost the adoption of Blue City in cities across North America, contributing to roadway efficiency, safety, and reduced carbon emissions.
  • Blue City is already deployed at over 250 intersections, with more installations underway, supported by recent SMART Grants from the U.S. Department of Transportation.
  • NEMA TS2 is a standard for traffic control systems that ensures high network reliability in intelligent transportation systems.

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Ouster’s Blue City is the first NEMA TS2 certified lidar traffic solution with Buy America(n) compliance, set to improve traffic safety and efficiency in U.S. cities.

4. Isuzu Motors Joins Forces With Applied Intuition To Develop Level 4 Autonomous Trucks

  • Isuzu Motors Limited has partnered with Applied Intuition for a five-year collaboration to accelerate the development of Level 4 autonomous trucking solutions.
  • The partnership aims to address Japan’s truck driver shortage, partly due to new labor laws, by implementing autonomous vehicles to enhance logistics efficiency.
  • Isuzu will integrate Applied Intuition’s advanced software to improve the safety and reliability of its autonomous systems.
  • This collaboration aligns with Isuzu’s “ISUZU Transformation—Growth to 2030” plan, focusing on autonomous driving solutions as a new business area.
  • Isuzu President Shinsuke Minami emphasized that the partnership will significantly advance autonomous driving technology and support the company’s long-term goals.

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Isuzu partners with Applied Intuition to accelerate Level 4 autonomous trucking development, addressing driver shortages and enhancing logistics efficiency in Japan.

 

 

5. Nissan improves road safety with smart technology

  • Nissan is leveraging smart technologies to reduce traffic accidents in China, a key market for the carmaker.
  • The company is conducting road tests using vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technology in Suzhou, China, to enhance safe driving and road safety.
  • Nissan has continuously advanced its driving-assist technologies, including its ProPILOT system, with the latest developments available in some models like the Pathfinder.
  • Nissan is developing a new technology called Ground Truth Perception using next-generation lidar, expected to be completed later this decade.
  • Nissan has participated in the China Road Safety Forum for 18 consecutive years and collaborates with local partners to improve ADAS and autonomous driving technologies for safer mobility.

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Nissan is advancing smart driving technologies in China, with V2X road tests and upcoming lidar-based Ground Truth Perception to improve traffic safety.


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