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Photo shows Sonavox’s booth at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show.

What grounds digital progress in physical form? Analyze chipsets, sensors, and advanced components driving device performance.

Hardware

China

The Chinese supplier is building acoustic systems that automakers are increasingly fitting into their latest vehicle models.

Sonavox makes a loud case for audio as part of the smart cabin stack

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Huixing expects to give Mayer & Cie a new lease of life amid an industry hemmed in by Chinese rivals.

China investor takes over 120-year-old German knitting machine maker

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The MRO company is increasing investment in AI integration, among other areas.

ZKH’s Q1 GMV growth accelerates as efficiency push lifts profit

IPO Zaozhidao is a Chinese media outlet that provides timely coverage of IPO developments and related market signals.

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How are driverless systems redefining mobility? Uncover sensor technologies, regulatory frameworks, and AI driving cars without human intervention.

Autonomous Vehicles

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More customers to choose used cars over new vehicles in 2021

What extends a car’s lifecycle beyond the showroom? Investigate spare parts, performance upgrades, and services fueling the secondary automotive market.

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The second-hand car trading firm is planning an initial public offering in the US by 2023.

'More customers will choose used cars over new vehicles in 2021': Q&amp;A with Carsome CFO Juliet Zhu

&#8216;More customers will choose used cars over new vehicles in 2021&#8217;: Q&amp;A with Carsome CFO Juliet Zhu

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In July 2020, Mobileye announced that Germany’s independent technical service provider, TÜV Süd, had awarded it an automated vehicle testing permit. It allows the company to drive its test vehicles in real-world traffic on all German roads at speeds up to 130 kilometers per hour. Mobileye is starting testing in Munich and also plans testing in other parts of Germany. Courtesy of Mobileye via NoCamels.

The Middle East’s growing tech ecosystem harnesses the enterprising spirit of innovators from its diverse cultural markets.

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The US market serves as both the backbone and the driving force behind global technological advancements.

How is the way we move evolving? Explore developments in autonomous transportation, electric vehicles, and more efficient urban transit.

Mobileye is permitted to perform autonomous vehicle tests in urban and rural areas as well as on the Autobahn at up to 130 kilometers per hour.

Mobileye takes autonomous vehicle for test spin in Munich traffic

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AutoX now runs 25 driverless robotaxis in China

Alibaba, China’s e-commerce giant, operates online retail marketplaces, cloud computing services, and digital payment networks across Asia and beyond.

AutoX drives the future of mobility with self-driving car technology, building partnerships to bring driverless solutions to roads worldwide.

AutoX

China’s tech ecosystem serves as a driving force behind the world’s second largest economy, influencing global digital markets.

In August, Alibaba-backed AutoX opened a robotaxi ride-hailing service in Shanghai.

KEY STAT | AutoX sends China's first driverless robotaxis on the road

KEY STAT | AutoX sends China&#8217;s first driverless robotaxis on the road

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Nio, a Chinese electric car maker, specializes in high-performance EVs, battery-swapping solutions, and autonomous driving technologies.

What powers tomorrow’s roads? Explore EV adoption, charging infrastructure, and battery advances sparking the shift toward sustainable transport.

Electric Vehicles

After surviving last year's financial trouble, Nio has ramped up efforts in its self-driving division.

Nio relaunches in-house development of L4 autonomous driving technology

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Total trips completed by WeRide robotaxis: 147,128

Baidu leads Chinese search engines, voice assistants, autonomous driving research, and AI platforms connecting users with information and services.

Baidu

WeRide and Baidu are in a race to offer China's first "true" driverless taxis.

KEY STAT | Robotaxi operator WeRide reports successful first year of service

How does China's Autonomous Vehicle companies fare on the global stage and which are the companies making strides forward? Read on to learn about China's AV industry current standing.

[Report] Autonomous Vehicles developments accelerate globally; China poised to lead the market in the near future | Periscope Volume 4

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Didi, a Chinese mobility platform, connects riders to taxis, private cars, and ride-sharing options, integrating AI-driven route optimization.

Didi

The vehicle includes ride-hailing-specific features taking into account driver and passenger safety, health, and comfort.

Didi, BYD unveil customized EV for ride-hailing

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Beijing doubles earlier target as Baidu and Didi test robotaxis.

China wants self-driving tech in half of new cars by 2025

Pony.ai develops self-driving technologies for cars and trucks, collaborating with automakers to bring safer, fully autonomous mobility to public roads and fleet services worldwide.

Pony.ai

What guides machine-led insights? Uncover AI applications, language models, and decision-making systems transforming sectors worldwide.

Artificial Intelligence

The company is now valued above USD 5.3 billion.