#Autopilot
Latest EV news tagged #Autopilot

BYD Tang EV Arrives at Chinese Dealers With 691 HP and New Electric Platform
BYD’s third-generation Tang EV is now showing up at Chinese dealerships, with its public debut expected at the Guangzhou Auto Show in November. Built on a dedicated EV platform for the first time, the redesigned SUV gets five seats, dual-chamber air suspension, a roof-mounted LiDAR sensor and an all-wheel-drive version producing 515 kW (691 hp).

GM Executive Says Removing Radar ‘Ignores Physics’ as Escalade IQ Readies Multi-Sensor Super Cruise
General Motors plans to launch an upgraded version of Super Cruise in the 2028 Cadillac Escalade IQ electric SUV, using radar, lidar and cameras rather than relying on cameras alone. Sterling Anderson, GM’s chief product officer and a former leader of Tesla’s Autopilot program, argues that multiple sensor types provide capabilities cameras cannot match, pushing back against Tesla’s approach to autonomous driving.

Rivian Acquires Third Dimension AI to Speed Up Autonomy Testing and Validation
Rivian has purchased Third Dimension AI, a two-year-old software firm headed by a former Tesla Autopilot simulation leader that converts recorded road-sensor data into interactive 3D driving worlds. Financial terms were not disclosed, and the startup’s 15-member staff, located primarily in the United Kingdom, will fold into the autonomy and AI division under Senior Vice President James Philbin.

Volkswagen ID. UNYX 09 Launches in China at 169,900 Yuan With 5C Fast Charging and 755 km Range
Volkswagen Anhui has officially put the ID. UNYX 09 electric fastback sedan on sale in China at a promotional starting price of 169,900 yuan ($25,290), marking its second production EV co-developed with Xpeng. Built on an 800-volt architecture, every version of the fastback carries a 92 kWh CATL battery capable of adding 250 km of range in five minutes.

Geely Updates Galaxy E5 With 6C Charging, LiDAR and Up to 635 km of Range
The top-spec version offers a 635-km (395-mile) CLTC range, while the updated SUV can charge from 10% to 70% in as little as 8 minutes and 25 seconds.

BYD Offers to Pay Damages During Proper Use of Driver-Assist System
The program applies to eligible vehicles in China and is designed to encourage more drivers to adopt and trust advanced driver-assistance features.

Rivian CEO Says LiDAR Still Key for Autonomy as Tesla Bets on Cameras Alone
Once prohibitively expensive, LiDAR sensors now cost just a few hundred dollars, Scaringe said.

Tesla Model Y L Officially Releases In China, Starting at $47,180
The Tesla Model Y L has officially launched in China.

Tesla Model 3 Named Safest Car in Europe for 2025
Critics can hate on Elon Musk all they want, but the Tesla Model 3 is really just a great car.

Tesla Model Y Rental : Real Range in 45°C Heat
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Tesla Accident Guide: 7 Critical Steps to Take Immediately
This article, based on guidance from Tesla accident lawyers.

EV Crash Specifics: How Electric Vehicles Behave Differently in Collisions
We’ll break down how EVs behave in accidents, what drivers should know about safety and liability, and why compensation disputes can get more complex when batteries and software are involved.

Tesla Offers Big Discounts On Model Y Inventory As Refreshed Version Approaches
With Savings Up to $4,120 on Model Y Inventory, Tesla’s Price Cuts Signal the Launch of an Upgraded Model Y in North America

Tesla’s Camera Cleaning Solution: Solving Vehicle Camera Visibility Challenges
New Cleaning Solution Aims To Resolve Visibility Issues Plaguing Cybertruck And Advance Tesla’s Self-Driving Aspirations

Tesla Refreshes Model Y In China: Reimagined With Striking Design And Upgrades
From Cybertruck-Inspired Lights To Smarter Tech And Boosted Range, The Refreshed Model Y Sets A New Standard For Tesla

XPeng Unveils Official Images Of G7 Model: The New Rival To Tesla’s Model Y
Positioned At A Competitive Price Against Tesla’s Model Y, Xpeng’s G7 Offers A Sleek Design And Strategic Rollout For Chinese EV Market

Tesla vs. BYD: The EV Showdown For Global Automotive Market Leadership
With Their Rivalry Reshaping The Automotive Industry, Can Tesla Maintain Its Lead, Or Will BYD’s Rapid Growth Redefine The EV Landscape?

Dongfeng Nissan Launches N7: A High-Tech Electric Sedan Built To Turn The Tide In China
Dongfeng Nissan’s N7 Arrives With Adaptive Posture AI Core Algorithm And Interactive Lighting System In The Chinese EV Market

ONVO Officially Launches ONVO L60 To Rival Tesla Model Y, Starting At RMB 149,900
Deliveries For The ONVO L60 Are Scheduled To Begin On September 28

BYD Teams Up with Huawei For Autonomous Driving Capabilities In Off-Road EVs
BYD’s Fang Cheng Bao 8 Will Feature Huawei’s Qiankun Intelligent Driving ADS 3.0