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Chinese ride-hailer Didi and automaker GAC to deliver L4 autonomous vehiclesthis year
Didi and GAC plan to deliver L4 autonomous vehicles by year-end, allowing passengers to hail robocars in Beijing and Guangzhou by 2026. This initiative follows a significant funding round for Didi's self-driving unit and GAC's recent licensing for testing Level 3 vehicles.
Key points
- Didi and GAC will start volume deliveries of L4 autonomous vehicles by the end of 2023.
- Passengers will be able to hail robocars in Beijing and Guangzhou by 2026.
- The announcement was made during GAC’s Tech Day event on April 12, 2023.
- Didi's self-driving unit received $298 million in funding from GAC last October.
- GAC has been authorized for Level 3 semi-autonomous vehicle testing and plans to start selling such vehicles in Q4 2023.
Why it matters
- The rise of autonomous vehicles aligns with global IT trends emphasizing AI and automated transport solutions.
- This development reflects a broader trend in the automotive industry towards integration of AI technologies.
- China's investment in self-driving technology contributes to the country's ambitions to lead in smart transportation by 2025.
The partnership between Didi and GAC marks a significant step towards widespread adoption of autonomous vehicles, highlighting the ongoing evolution of the transportation industry and China's strategic technological advancements.