Vueron Newsletter
No. 181
2025.02.21
| Deloitte and May Mobility team up to boost autonomous transportation safety | ||
| ADAS | 15 million new Chinese EVs to have self-driving features this year | |
| Autonomous trucking | John Deere Unveils Its First Self-Driving Dump Truck | |
| Gauzy and Ambarella deploy AI in Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) | ||
| ioki Software Chosen for Autonomous Pilot Project in Zurich |
1. Deloitte and May Mobility Team Up to Boost Autonomous Transportation Safety
- US-based autonomous driving startup May Mobility has partnered with Deloitte to enhance safety in autonomous transportation through data and analytics.
- Deloitte’s 2025 Global Automotive Consumer Study found that safety is the top priority for users of autonomous transportation, leading to this collaboration.
- May Mobility’s data platform enables real-time monitoring of safety events during AV operations, providing insights to improve overall safety.
- Deloitte’s autonomous vehicle data platform helps transportation planners and operators optimize mobility systems in their communities.
- In 2024, Deloitte and May Mobility launched the ‘Accessibili-D’ autonomous vehicle program in Detroit, improving mobility access for older adults and people with disabilities.
- May Mobility’s patented Multi-Policy Decision Making (MPDM) technology runs thousands of real-time simulations per second to ensure optimal safety, now enhanced by Deloitte’s AI-driven insights.
Deloitte and May Mobility’s collaboration leverages AI and data analytics to enhance safety and efficiency in autonomous transportation.
2. 15 million new Chinese EVs to have self-driving features this year
- 15 million new vehicles in China will be equipped with L2 autonomous driving features in 2024, including budget models priced below 100,000 yuan ($13,914).
- By 2025, two-thirds of all new cars in China are expected to have L2 or higher autonomous driving capabilities.
- BYD, the world’s largest EV maker, plans to produce affordable vehicles under 100,000 yuan with preliminary ADAS features, making autonomous technology more accessible.
- The cost of ADAS has dropped to 10,000 yuan, enabling widespread adoption of smart driving systems.
- LiDAR sensor prices have fallen to around $200 per unit, further accelerating the expansion of self-driving technology.
- Autonomous driving could save Chinese companies up to 1.8 trillion yuan annually in labor costs by 2030.
3. John Deere Unveils Its First Self-Driving Dump Truck
- John Deere introduced its first autonomous dump truck, the 460E-II, at CES 2025 in Las Vegas, marking its entry into self-driving construction equipment.
- The 46-ton self-driving truck features technology developed by Deere, Blue River Technology, and Bear Flag Robotics.
- Equipped with stereo cameras, satellite receivers, and advanced algorithms, the truck can navigate independently and process its surroundings in real time.
- Deere plans to potentially offer the autonomous system as a retrofit kit for its 460 P-Tier dump truck, enhancing accessibility for existing models.
- The self-driving dump truck is designed to address labor shortages in the construction industry, where 88% of contractors struggle to find workers.
- Autonomous technology aims to improve safety and efficiency in quarries and construction sites, reducing reliance on human operators.
John Deere’s autonomous dump truck showcases the growing role of self-driving technology in construction, tackling labor shortages and enhancing efficiency.
4. Gauzy and Ambarella deploy AI in Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)
- Gauzy and Ambarella have introduced AI-powered Smart-Vision CMS, replacing traditional mirrors with high-resolution cameras and live video feeds.
- The system, already operational in Ford Trucks, features self-learning AI and predictive capabilities to enhance visibility and reduce blind spots.
- AI-driven hazard detection helps prevent accidents by providing real-time alerts and high-quality imaging in all weather conditions.
- The commercial-vehicle ADAS market is expected to reach $43 billion by 2030, as more OEMs integrate Smart-Vision technology.
- Certified under multiple UN safety and cybersecurity standards, Smart-Vision CMS is gaining traction for its safety, efficiency, and fleet adaptability.
Gauzy’s AI-powered Smart-Vision CMS is transforming ADAS with real-time hazard detection, improved visibility, and growing adoption in commercial fleets.
5. ioki Software Chosen for Autonomous Pilot Project in Zurich
- ioki will provide software for an autonomous driving pilot project in Zurich’s Furttal region starting in Spring 2025.
- The project aims to enhance public transport accessibility in rural areas by integrating autonomous vehicles.
- Nissan will supply vehicles, while WeRide will equip them with automated driving technology.
- ioki’s software will enable on-demand booking and route planning for autonomous rides via a dedicated passenger app.
- The initiative, backed by Canton of Zurich, SBB, and the Swiss Transit Lab, focuses on digital and sustainable mobility transformation.
ioki’s autonomous transport project in Zurich highlights the potential of self-driving technology in improving rural public mobility.
*Contents above are the opinion of ChatGPT, not an individual nor company
