On April 12, 2024, GAC GROUP held a Science and Technology Day at the GAC Research Institute with the theme of “Tech Vision”, showcasing the group’s latest achievements in the field of new energy vehicles. These achievements include a No-map Pure Visual Smart Driving System and a highly secure, high-capacity, solid-state power battery, which are expected to be mass-produced and equipped in GAC’s automotive products by 2026.
During the Tech Day, Zeng Qinghong, Chairman of GAC GROUP, and Feng Xingya, the general manager, personally attended and showcased GAC’s dual-track parallel strategy in the field of autonomous driving technology: the “Multi-Sensor Fusion Technology” and the “No-map Pure Visual Technology”. Notably, the No-map Pure Visual Smart Driving System does not rely on high-precision maps or LIDAR but uses visual sensors combined with AI algorithms. It demonstrates superior visual recognition, decision-making, and operational ability, even in complex scenarios, showing the potential for continuous learning and evolution.
The solid-state power battery was another highlight of the event, indicating GAC GROUP’s progress in battery technology. This battery has high energy density, safety, and capacity. Tests show its exceptional safety performance and a capacity of up to 30 Ah. It is planned to be used in Hyper vehicles.
Beyond these, GAC also featured pioneering technologies such as electromagnetic suspension, MLounge first-class cabin, and MBoard 2.0 smart chassis. In particular, the MBoard 2.0 smart chassis adopts the innovative “Software-Defined Chassis Technology”, indicating intelligent development direction for automobile chassis. In addition, the emergence of a new energy E9 welfare vehicle from GAC, equipped with detachable electric welfare seats, showcases GAC GROUP’s commitment to social responsibility, providing greater convenience for disabled people.
According to official data, GAC GROUP’s independent R&D investment reached nearly RMB 8.4 billion in 2023, with nearly 3,200 new patent applications, about 50% of which are for inventions. These numbers reflect GAC’s continuous investment and achievements in technology innovation.
Overall, GAC GROUP’s Tech Day event represented its latest accomplishments and future vision in the field of intelligent driving and new energy vehicles, marking GAC GROUP’s advancement within the global automotive industry.The determination and ability for high-quality development in the industry.
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