tion and intelligentization, the SAIC Group is transforming itself from a traditional manufacturing company to a smart mobility company. Through the creation of technology systems for BEVs, HVs, and FCVs, SAIC Motor Corp., Ltd. (SAIC) has partnered with technology companies such as Huawei, Momenta, Horizon (Horizon Robotics), ByteDance, and OPPO to delve deeper into areas such as intelligent driving, car-smartphone integration, and smart cockpits...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/12

2025 China Auto Forum: Horizon Robotics and Huawei Trends in intelligent driving technology Summary Horizon Robotics: Rapid growth in mid- to high-level intelligent driving Huawei: Commercial scale L4 in urban areas planned for 2027   The 2025 China Auto Forum was held in July in the Jiading District, Shanghai. Hosted by the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM), the event was themed "Enhance Quality, Embrace Innovation, and Win t...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/05

ng technologies in its products over the next three to five years. The SAIC Group announced the launch of a new brand, "SAIC Shangjie," equipped with Huawei's smart mobility solutions. Chery Automobile Co., Ltd. (Chery) has established an Intelligentization Center and agreed to partner with Beijing Horizon Robotics Technology R&D Co., Ltd. (Horizon Robotics/Horizon), a leading provider of driver assistance systems. Chang'an Automobile Co., Ltd. (...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/01

s implemented by the US government, their impact on Japanese output is currently limited, as exports from Japan to the US accounted for only 1% of Honda Group’s sales in the US in 2024. The view remains that Honda Group’s global output will not recover to pre-pandemic levels within the forecast horizon. This stagnant trend can be attributed to unfavorable sales and production in the Chinese market.  Global Light Vehicle Production Forecast b...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/07/28

prehensively realize localized innovation and the continued evolution of Toyota's product and technology, technical, engineering capabilities in the Chinese market. At the same time, Toyota will strengthen alliances with local partners and suppliers such as Tencent, Momenta, Baosteel Group, Beijing Horizon Robotics Technology R&D Co., Ltd. (Horizon Robotics), Huawei, Navinfo Co., Ltd. (NavInfo), Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd. (CATL),...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/07/22

iDrive," and BMW's next-generation operating system, "X," which deeply integrates local innovation, to showcase a next-generation intelligent cockpit experience.   BMW's next-generation intelligent cockpit is equipped with a number of innovative interactive technologies, including BMW's exclusive horizon line panoramic display, 3D HUD and multifunction steering wheel, and adopts a first-of-its-kind diagonal center console design, creating four ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/30

hnologies including architecture, chassis, and safety. Zhuri Power covers three technology lines: BEV, PHEV, and range extender EV. The Ruyi Cockpit is based on FAW's proprietary FEEA3.0 electronic architecture and is equipped with Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. (Huawei)’s MDC810 semiconductor and Horizon Robotics’s Journey 5 semiconductor and supports L2+ driver assistance systems.   The Ruyi Cockpit is a new product developed by the Bestune...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/12

meet diversifying needs. Core technologies in China under the "In China, For China" strategy   VW unveiled an advanced automated driving assistance system (ADAS) for China's complex and diverse road conditions. The system was developed over 18 months by CARIZON, a joint venture between CARIAD and Horizon, a Group-owned software company. In compliance with VW standards, the system promotes AI self-learning capabilities and provides a highly pers...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/11

over 4,600mm long and has two modes: "mobile office" and "outdoor cabin." The convertible concept car's design combines tough off-road style with a retro feel.   In 2025, iCAR will launch EV and range-extended EV lines based on Chery's technology system. The brand also partners with CATL, Beijing Horizon Robotics Technology R&D Co., Ltd. (Horizon), Hesai Technology Co., Ltd., Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd., Qualcomm Incorporated, and others to d...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/05/30

ents a new revenue model for autonomous trucking.   This partnership is expected to accelerate the adoption of autonomous trucking, reducing operational costs, improving fleet efficiency, and enhancing road safety. The first commercial deployment is planned for 2027, following the launch of Aurora Horizon, Aurora's subscription-based trucking service.       Guido Gehlen, Director of Connected Car Services and Charging Business Strategy  Bett...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/05/16

ntelligent assistance functions. Other functions realized on the model include navigation autopilot on expressways and automated parking with memory function in parking lots. Global model B10       NIO Inc. showcased three brands, NIO, ONVO, and Firefly, with the theme "Innovate to New Horizons". The smart EV flagship sedan ET9 was on display, with models from the entire series. Additionally, 12 full-stack technologies were exhibited...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/05/09

roduction increasing in all regions except for Asia-Pacific and North America. While the drop in North America does not look serious for now (-2.4%), that in Asia-Pacific needs attention. The view remains that Honda Group’s global output will not recover to pre-pandemic levels within the forecast horizon, and the outlook continues to be downgraded every quarter. Global Light Vehicle Production Forecast by Group (top 10 groups)   2022 ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/04/30

ed New Energy Vehicle technologies on February 25, 2025. These include the Yueying Platform, Zhuri Power (EV/PHEV/REEV), and the Ruyi Cockpit. FAW Bestune is developing a new NEV series, "Bestune Yueyi", and plans to launch six NEV models within the next three years. Intelligent-related alliance (Horizon Robotics) On February 21, 2025, FAW Bestune and Horizon Robotics agreed to form a strategic alliance. The companies will jointly develop intel...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/04/24

can also be used for pickup trucks and large vans, and a total of eight models are currently in the works. The Model B (tentative name) and Model C (tentative name) will be produced in Taiwan, but once a certain number of vehicles are produced between 2027 and 2028, local production is also on the horizon. He also mentioned that Foxconn was already working with Mitsubishi Motors Corporation, but did not mention specific model names or regions. ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/04/17

ture to be installed in SDVs. In China, the company is developing the China Electrical Architecture in collaboration with XPeng, and it will be used in Intelligent Connected Vehicles (ICVs). VW's software company CARIAD SE will support software development in both regions, with Bosch, Qualcomm, and Horizon Robotics (responsible for ADAS in China), and others supporting their respective areas (see left figure below).   The figure on the right bel...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/02/10

d by 38% to 685k units. For 2024, it is anticipated that the group's global output will decrease by 8% to 3.8 mn units, with production increasing in all regions except for the Asia-Pacific. It is now anticipated that its global production will not recover to the 4 mn unit level within the forecast horizon and will drop to 3.5 mn units by 2036. Geely GroupIn Q3 2024, Geely Group's production volumes in the Asia-Pacific region showed a stable incr...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/01/31

lts in high low-light sensitivity and low noise. The concept is functionally compatible with Level 2+, employing machine learning to identify free space and enabling stereo vision when used in combination with other monocular cameras. The MFC5J3 is a premium product that uses the Journey3 chip from Horizon Robotics Inc., a partner in a joint venture. It has 8.3 megapixels and FOV is 120° × 54.8°. Recognizable distance is 250m for vehicles and ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/01/09

balData expects limited market growth potential further forward. Italian LV sales are projected to increase slightly after 2025 and reach 1.82 million units in 2027. Spain  Compared with the previous update to this report three months ago, GlobalData has lowered the outlook through to the forecast horizon, by circa 30k units/year. Across the region, vehicle pricing has been a key issue, and even though the macroeconomic picture in Spain is somew...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/12/25

), an E/E architecture for the CMP (China Main Platform) and MEB (Modular Electric Drive Matrix) platforms to be produced by VW in China. Starting in 2026, all BEVs released by the VW brand in China will be equipped with this E/E architecture. In addition, CARIAD China, a VW-owned software company, Horizon, ThunderSoft, and others will jointly develop advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and smart cockpit functions. Alliance on low-carbon ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/11/05

n all regions except for Asia-Pacific. The unfavorable trend in Asia-Pacific can be attributed to the forecast in China, which is expected to sharply decline by 25% to 941k units in 2024. The view remains that Honda Group’s global output will not recover to pre-pandemic levels within the forecast horizon, and the forecast continues to be downgraded every quarter. This stagnant trend can be attributed to unfavorable sales and production in the C...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/10/29