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Top Gear
08-05-2025
- Automotive
- Top Gear
Volkswagen is putting AI-powered driver assistance into its Chinese EVs
Tech VW unveils AI-powered ADAS system for next-gen EVs at Auto Shanghai 2025 Skip 1 photos in the image carousel and continue reading VW is stepping up its autonomous driving game in China. It's readying a fancy AI-based driver assistance suite underpinned by a self-developed chipset for its next-generation electric cars. For the last 18 months, the clever folk at Carizon – a joint venture between China's Horizon Robotics and VW's Cariad software division – have been developing a platform called 'Gaia' that ingests data like a gannet and spits out AI solutions 20 times faster than a conventional data analysis engine. Advertisement - Page continues below When it comes to training autonomous driving programmes, that's fast. And having covered over 62,000 miles of testing in that short space of time, AI has enabled Carizon to train vehicles to navigate complex traffic situations in a more human-like manner. No, that doesn't mean the system flaps and freezes. Instead, the system can keep its cool under pressure, and is now sufficiently capable to be integrated into VW and Audi EVs for the Chinese market from next year. You might like Volkswagen Group board member for China Ralf Brandstätter, said: 'The rapid progress in developing our new ADAS system highlights Carizon's technical capabilities and developing cutting-edge technology locally - at 'China Speed' - tailored to our Chinese customers, with the highest standards in driving performance, safety and quality.' According to Carizon's figures, 25 per cent of new cars in China use Level 2 autonomous driving capabilities – that's a US-designated label to denote a car that can provide 'steering and braking support to the driver, alongside lane centering'. Carizon wants to get to L2++. Advertisement - Page continues below Why not call it L3? That's because Level 3 sees the car legally take over in limited conditions, like low-speed traffic jams, and give control back to the driver appropriately. Carizon chief Marcus Hafkemeyer, said: 'With a team of 500 local ADAS experts and the consistent integration of AI in the development process, we will bring Level 2+ ADAS to the road. Level 2++ ADAS with Urban Navigate on Autopilot (NoA) is in advanced testing and will be launched in 2026. This will also enable us to lay the technological foundations for a fast-track evolution towards Level 3.' More as we get it. Thank you for subscribing to our newsletter. Look out for your regular round-up of news, reviews and offers in your inbox. Get all the latest news, reviews and exclusives, direct to your inbox.
Associated Press
19-04-2025
- Automotive
- Associated Press
Horizon Robotics Rolls Out HSD Urban Driving Assistance System for Mass Production, Global Debut with Chery Automobile Scheduled for September
SHANGHAI, April 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Horizon Robotics (stock code: a leading provider of smart driving solutions for passenger vehicles, today hosted its 2025 Annual Product Launch Event in Shanghai, officially unveiling the mass production rollout of its HSD (Horizon SuperDrive™) urban driving assistance system. At the event, Horizon Robotics and Chery Automobile also announced that HSD will make its global mass-production debut with Chery's EXEED in September 2025. Taking Smart Driving to New Heights The HSD urban driving assistance system is built on the company's signature software and hardware co-optimization capabilities. Powered by Horizon's Journey™ 6 processing hardware and an innovative end‑to‑end architecture, HSD simulates human driving behavior to provide a truly human-like experience. It enables safe, efficient, comfortable, and reliable travel experiences for both drivers and passengers. To meet diverse market demands, Horizon launched three versions of its HSD system, offering advanced driving assistance capabilities suitable for vehicles ranging from entry-level to premium models. Developed entirely in-house and optimized for mass production, the HSD family redefines efficiency and scalability. Additionally, Horizon has introduced its breakthrough 'Horizon Cell' with upgradable plug-and-play hardware. This modular approach offers OEM partners zero switching cost and maximum flexibility, making HSD a strategic enabler for accelerating the adoption of smart driving across all market segments. 'Our goal is to create the best smart driving products loved by people everywhere,' said Dr. Yu Kai, Founder and CEO of Horizon Robotics. 'We aspire to make the car a trusted smart companion that is truly accessible to all.' Global Mass-Production Debut with Chery in September As a longstanding strategic partner of Chery Automobile, Horizon Robotics has empowered multiple vehicle models across Chery's four premium brands with its Journey series processing hardware since 2021. Building on the exceptional smart driving experiences of over 100,000 vehicle owners, the two companies today annoucned that the HSD full-stack system is set to make its global debut in a new model under Chery's EXEED brand, with mass production scheduled to begin in September of this year. 'Horizon Robotics stands as our cornerstone partner in smart mobility, with their HSD representing the leading urban driving assistance solutions available today,' stated Yin Tongyue, Chairman of Chery Automobile. 'Both Chery and Horizon Robotics are united by an unwavering dedication to technology, safety, and quality — all aimed at establishing our smart driving solutions as the trusted and preferred choice for consumers worldwide.' Beyond Chery Automobile, Horizon Robotics and Volkswagen Group also recently announced further cooperation on advanced driving assistance systems based on HSD, leveraging R&D conducted by their joint venture CARIZON. Several Volkswagen vehicle models powered by CARIZON's technology are scheduled to enter production in 2026. Empower Every Journey with Human-Centric Smart Driving Technology Backed by its software and hardware co-optimization approach, a highly scalable business model and extensive experience in mass production, Horizon Robotics has built a robust ecosystem encompassing over 40 OEMs and car brands, including all the TOP 10 OEMs in China. So far, Horizon Robotics has secured over 310 design-wins across a wide range of passenger vehicles, with over 200 vehicle models now available in the market. As smart driving starts to become a standard feature across all vehicle models, Horizon remains committed to its human-centered company philosophy, striving to deliver energy-efficient and cost-optimized driving assistance solutions at scale and to bring safe, seamless, all‑scenario smart mobility to drivers and passengers worldwide. ### About Horizon Robotics With its mission to make human life safer and better, Horizon Robotics is a leading provider of smart driving solutions for passenger vehicles, empowered by its proprietary software and hardware technologies. Its solutions combine cutting-edge algorithms, purpose-built software and processing hardware, providing the core technologies for smart driving that enhance the safety and experience of drivers and passengers. Horizon Robotics is a key enabler for the smart vehicle transformation and commercialization with its integrated solutions deployed on mass scale. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Horizon Robotics
Yahoo
19-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Horizon Robotics Rolls Out HSD Urban Driving Assistance System for Mass Production, Global Debut with Chery Automobile Scheduled for September
SHANGHAI, April 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Horizon Robotics (stock code: a leading provider of smart driving solutions for passenger vehicles, today hosted its 2025 Annual Product Launch Event in Shanghai, officially unveiling the mass production rollout of its HSD (Horizon SuperDrive™) urban driving assistance system. At the event, Horizon Robotics and Chery Automobile also announced that HSD will make its global mass-production debut with Chery's EXEED in September 2025. Taking Smart Driving to New Heights The HSD urban driving assistance system is built on the company's signature software and hardware co-optimization capabilities. Powered by Horizon's Journey™ 6 processing hardware and an innovative end‑to‑end architecture, HSD simulates human driving behavior to provide a truly human-like experience. It enables safe, efficient, comfortable, and reliable travel experiences for both drivers and passengers. To meet diverse market demands, Horizon launched three versions of its HSD system, offering advanced driving assistance capabilities suitable for vehicles ranging from entry-level to premium models. Developed entirely in-house and optimized for mass production, the HSD family redefines efficiency and scalability. Additionally, Horizon has introduced its breakthrough "Horizon Cell" with upgradable plug-and-play hardware. This modular approach offers OEM partners zero switching cost and maximum flexibility, making HSD a strategic enabler for accelerating the adoption of smart driving across all market segments. "Our goal is to create the best smart driving products loved by people everywhere," said Dr. Yu Kai, Founder and CEO of Horizon Robotics. "We aspire to make the car a trusted smart companion that is truly accessible to all." Global Mass-Production Debut with Chery in September As a longstanding strategic partner of Chery Automobile, Horizon Robotics has empowered multiple vehicle models across Chery's four premium brands with its Journey series processing hardware since 2021. Building on the exceptional smart driving experiences of over 100,000 vehicle owners, the two companies today annoucned that the HSD full-stack system is set to make its global debut in a new model under Chery's EXEED brand, with mass production scheduled to begin in September of this year. "Horizon Robotics stands as our cornerstone partner in smart mobility, with their HSD representing the leading urban driving assistance solutions available today," stated Yin Tongyue, Chairman of Chery Automobile. "Both Chery and Horizon Robotics are united by an unwavering dedication to technology, safety, and quality — all aimed at establishing our smart driving solutions as the trusted and preferred choice for consumers worldwide." Beyond Chery Automobile, Horizon Robotics and Volkswagen Group also recently announced further cooperation on advanced driving assistance systems based on HSD, leveraging R&D conducted by their joint venture CARIZON. Several Volkswagen vehicle models powered by CARIZON's technology are scheduled to enter production in 2026. Empower Every Journey with Human-Centric Smart Driving Technology Backed by its software and hardware co-optimization approach, a highly scalable business model and extensive experience in mass production, Horizon Robotics has built a robust ecosystem encompassing over 40 OEMs and car brands, including all the TOP 10 OEMs in China. So far, Horizon Robotics has secured over 310 design-wins across a wide range of passenger vehicles, with over 200 vehicle models now available in the market. As smart driving starts to become a standard feature across all vehicle models, Horizon remains committed to its human-centered company philosophy, striving to deliver energy-efficient and cost-optimized driving assistance solutions at scale and to bring safe, seamless, all‑scenario smart mobility to drivers and passengers worldwide. ### About Horizon RoboticsWith its mission to make human life safer and better, Horizon Robotics is a leading provider of smart driving solutions for passenger vehicles, empowered by its proprietary software and hardware technologies. Its solutions combine cutting-edge algorithms, purpose-built software and processing hardware, providing the core technologies for smart driving that enhance the safety and experience of drivers and passengers. Horizon Robotics is a key enabler for the smart vehicle transformation and commercialization with its integrated solutions deployed on mass scale. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Horizon Robotics Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
07-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
China's Horizon Robotics announces partnership with Volkswagen on advanced smart driving tech
BEIJING (Reuters) - China's Horizon Robotics announced on Monday that it would cooperate with Volkswagen on advanced driver assistance solution, extending its co-operation with the German automaker. Its Horizon Superdrive smart driving solution will land in VW models through VW software unit Cariad's research and development with Carizon - Cariad's joint venture with Horizon Robotics, according to a company statement. Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
07-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
China's Horizon Robotics announces partnership with Volkswagen on advanced smart driving tech
BEIJING (Reuters) - China's Horizon Robotics announced on Monday that it would cooperate with Volkswagen on advanced driver assistance solution, extending its co-operation with the German automaker. Its Horizon Superdrive smart driving solution will land in VW models through VW software unit Cariad's research and development with Carizon - Cariad's joint venture with Horizon Robotics, according to a company statement. Sign in to access your portfolio
