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1. KG Mobility vows to advance autonomous driving technology

• TKG Mobility is advancing autonomous driving technology through cooperation with specialized companies, focusing on Level 4 autonomous driving.
• The Korando E-Motion, developed by KG Mobility and SWM, became South Korea’s first nighttime autonomous taxi, launching a trial service in Gangnam-gu last month.
• KG Mobility provides vehicle dynamics and control interfaces, while SWM handles software, hardware, and sensors for autonomous driving.
• The nighttime autonomous taxi service will run until May 2024 in parts of Gangnam-gu and Seocho-gu, with plans for expansion to nearby areas.
• The company continues to work on improving safety and handling unexpected variables on the road to reach fully autonomous driving capabilities.
• KG Mobility is also involved in state-led projects focused on safety certification and the development of Level 4 autonomous driving systems.

2. Ex-TuSimple CEO Hou Re-Enters Autonomous Trucking Fray

• Xiaodi Hou, co-founder and ex-CEO of TuSimple, launched a new autonomous trucking venture, Bot Auto, after raising $20 million in capital.
• Bot Auto will operate its own Level 4 autonomous truck fleet and offer Transportation-as-a-Service to freight customers.
• Several former TuSimple colleagues, including Lei Wang (CTO) and Paul Lam (Chief Strategy Officer), have joined Hou at Bot Auto.
• Hou’s departure from TuSimple followed internal conflicts and accusations, including disagreements over the company’s leadership and business strategy.
• Bot Auto aims to leverage cutting-edge AI technology for autonomous trucking and start fresh with a clear mission for commercialization.
• The $20 million Pre-A funding for Bot Auto was provided by multiple investors, including Brightway Future Venture and Cherubic Venture.

Former TuSimple CEO Xiaodi Hou launched Bot Auto, an autonomous trucking company with $20 million in funding, focusing on Level 4 self-driving truck fleets and Transportation-as-a-Service.

3. BYD Leopard 5 LiDAR model could use Huawei ADS 3.0 solution

• BYD’s Leopard 5 LiDAR model has been spotted in spy shots, likely using Huawei’s ADS 3.0 autonomous driving solution.
• The Leopard 5 features a box-like SUV design and incorporates a 192-line LiDAR on the roof, enhancing its driving capabilities.
• The LiDAR system detects obstacles, road signs, and traffic lights, providing a more convenient and safer driving experience.
• BYD is collaborating with Huawei to use ADS 3.0, a third-generation autonomous driving system designed to assist in complex driving scenarios.
• The partnership aims to develop advanced smart driving solutions for off-road vehicle variants, including the Leopard 5 and Leopard 8.

4. Honda autonomous system to allow car drivers to take eyes off road

5.AEye’s Apollo lidar sensor achieves 1 kilometer sight

• AEye’s Apollo lidar sensor achieved a breakthrough by delivering high-resolution data on vehicles and objects over 1 kilometer away during recent field tests.
• Apollo is part of AEye’s 4Sight flex next-gen lidar family, offering long-range detection in a small, power-efficient, and low-cost form factor.
• The sensor is designed to improve advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), giving drivers more time to react to objects at high speeds.
• Apollo’s 1550-nanometer technology is considered a first in the lidar industry for ultra-long-range high-speed detection outside a laboratory setting.
• AEye believes Apollo meets National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) requirements, including automatic emergency braking (AEB) effective up to 90 mph.
• Apollo can be integrated into vehicles in various locations, such as behind the windshield or on the roof, enhancing automotive safety at highway speeds.
• The sensor was unveiled at the Auto Lidar Tech Conference in Suzhou, China, in June 2024.