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RoboSense, an AI-driven robotics technology company, has announced an expanded strategic cooperation with GAC AION, a leading Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer. The announcement took place on October 12 at RoboSense’s headquarters in Shenzhen, China, and involves several new design wins for GAC AION vehicle models. This partnership is set to further enhance autonomous driving capabilities by integrating RoboSense’s advanced LiDAR technology into GAC AION’s future electric vehicles.
Key Highlights of the Announcement:
- New Design Wins: RoboSense has secured additional design wins for GAC AION vehicle models, strengthening their ongoing collaboration.
- Event Location: Signing ceremony took place at RoboSense’s Shenzhen headquarters.
- Strategic Goal: The cooperation aims to improve autonomous driving safety and drive technological innovation in advanced intelligent driving.
- Core Sensor Technology: RoboSense’s M platform LiDAR is recognized as the primary sensor for current high-end autonomous vehicle models.
- Market Leadership: RoboSense ranked No. 1 in LiDAR installation volume in China, with a 40.3% market share from January to June 2024.
RoboSense has been collaborating with GAC AION since 2021, and their partnership has laid a strong foundation for advancing autonomous vehicle safety and technological innovation. As the world’s first company to achieve mass production and delivery of automotive-grade LiDAR, RoboSense has positioned itself as a leader in the intelligent driving space. Their M platform LiDARs have become core sensors widely adopted by mainstream high-end autonomous vehicle models.
The history of this collaboration highlights multiple milestones:
- July 2021: GAC AION began deploying the RoboSense M platform in its models.
- January 2022: The AION LX Plus, featuring three of RoboSense’s second-generation solid-state LiDAR sensors, was officially launched.
- April 2023: The AION Hyptec GT incorporated the RoboSense M platform and launched an advanced intelligent driving system based on multi-sensor fusion.
- October 2023: The AION Hyptec HT 700 Ouyi Ultra-high Pressure Max Edition debuted globally, equipped with RoboSense M platform for comprehensive intelligent driving assistance.
- October 2023: The Global New Version AION V was launched, featuring RoboSense LiDAR to accelerate the deployment of Navigate on Autopilot (NDA).
About RoboSense and GAC AION
RoboSense is an AI-driven robotics technology company listed under the ticker 2498.HK. Specializing in AI algorithms, chips, and hardware, RoboSense provides advanced sensors and solutions for automotive and robotics applications. As of June 2024, the company had secured 80 vehicle model design wins from 22 OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, and has achieved mass production for 29 vehicle models with 12 customers. Their cumulative sales volume for LiDAR surpassed 720,000 units as of September 2024.
GAC AION New Energy Automobile Co., Ltd. was established by GAC Group in 2017. As a tech-driven subsidiary, GAC AION focuses on producing innovative new energy products and aims to become a leader in sustainable development and mobile value creation within the automotive industry. By leveraging GAC Group’s strengths in independent innovation, GAC AION has positioned itself as a key player in the new energy vehicle market, committed to delivering world-class mobility solutions.
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