Carmakers unleash advanced tech for future edge

Artificial intelligence, autonomous driving in focus

Chinese automakers are racing to integrate into their vehicles cutting-edge technology. From autonomous driving to artificial intelligence-powered cabins, the modern vehicles are being transformed into "the ultimate smart terminals" that fuse advanced mobility, connectivity, and artificial intelligence.

The trend comes as 2025 is widely tipped to be the first year that smart driving becomes a key feature in cars in China, and as the automotive industry enters an era of unprecedented competition in intelligent technology.

Chen Qingtai, chairman of the China EV 100, an auto industry think tank, said: "The pace of intelligent vehicle development in China has exceeded industry expectations. In the first half of 2024, the penetration rate of L2 or Level 2, plus advanced driver-assistance systems in new passenger vehicles surpassed 55 percent."