Tesla Launches Robotaxi! Over 6,000 Smart Driving Companies, Shenzhen Has the Most

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Published inAI News · 2 min read · Oct 11, 2024

Tesla will officially unveil its Robotaxi, named "Cybercab," on October 11th Beijing time. Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, stated that this event will be historic and is considered one of the most significant moments for Tesla since the Model 3.

Domestically, companies like Didi, Pony.ai, and AutoX have already actively deployed Robotaxi services, while traditional automakers such as SAIC and GAC are also advancing related projects. Tesla's entry is expected to accelerate the global application and verification of Robotaxi, further promoting the implementation and development of the intelligent driving industry.

According to data from Qichacha, there are currently 6,472 companies related to intelligent driving in China. In terms of regional distribution, Guangdong has the most with 1,179 companies, followed by Jiangsu with 992 companies. In terms of city distribution, Shenzhen, Beijing, and Shanghai respectively have 723, 691, and 605 companies related to intelligent driving, ranking top three nationwide.

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