“In the field of mobile travel, China is ahead of other markets. This cooperation is also a key mobile mobility project for the Volkswagen Group in the Asia Pacific region.†Recently, at the “AI MEETS AUTO†strategic cooperation conference, Volkswagen Group Global Executive Vice President, Su Weiming, Group Vice President of Group Strategy and Marketing and Sales of Volkswagen Group (China) Investment Co., Ltd. said. U Casting Radiant Tubes,Gas Radiant Tube Heater,U Casting Radiant Tubes By Design,U Casting Radiant Tubes For Furnaces Jiangsu Kinuo Furnace Roller Co., Ltd. , https://www.jskinuoroller.com
It is understood that Volkswagen Group (China) will invest 180 million US dollars to cooperate with artificial intelligence companies to develop and apply vehicle artificial intelligence (AI) technology. The two parties will cooperate to establish a joint venture with 50% of each share.
According to reports, based on the leading voice recognition, natural language processing, vertical search and active search technology, and the traditional advantages of the Volkswagen Group in the automotive field, the joint venture will further explore and provide solutions for future smart mobile travel. Program.
With the rapid development of electric vehicles, autonomous driving and digital network technology, the automotive industry is entering a new era of subversive. Including Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Volkswagen, more and more car manufacturers have set a vow to "evolve to mobile travel service providers."
"In this era of disruptive change, we must always be prepared." Volkswagen Group Management Board member, Volkswagen Group (China) President and CEO Heizman said at the press conference that the cooperation for the Volkswagen Group The further development of China's future mobile travel field is of great significance.
“The $180 million is just the beginning.†Su Weiming said, “We hope to build a customer-centric mobile travel ecosystem, mainly three large blocks, covering twelve projects. We will work around these projects in the next three years. ."
To create a new ecosystem, there is no doubt that multiple projects are needed as a support. Up to now, in addition to long-term cooperation with FAW Group and SAIC Group, Volkswagen Group (China) has also cooperated with Didi Chuxing in the network car-related field; established a cooperation mechanism with the First Automobile Group in the time-sharing mobile travel service field; Cooperation with JAC to jointly launch new energy vehicle products.
“There are various forms of artificial intelligence in this ecosystem. Our ultimate goal is to integrate these artificial intelligence technologies together.†Su Weiming said that in the field of mobile travel, Didi Chuan, Shouqi, and go out to ask questions. Playing different roles. “A big ecosystem is always made up of many small ecosystems.â€
According to reports, Google is also an important investor to go out and ask. The Volkswagen Group (China) also negotiated with the Silicon Valley technology giant before choosing to go out and ask.
“We need to work with strong partners to turn the immediate challenges into opportunities.†Heizman said, “Going out to ask for innovative breakthroughs in artificial intelligence technology is impressive. Through new joint ventures, we will continue to Strengthen people-oriented mobile travel services to meet the needs of Chinese consumers and further explore the possibilities of applying these solutions worldwide."
Going out to ask the founder and CEO Li Zhifei that the cooperation with Volkswagen Group (China) will provide a brand new platform for R&D. “Volkswagen Group is a company that values ​​emerging technologies and is committed to building a future mobile travel experience. Our mission is to redefine the next generation of human-computer interaction. Going out to ask questions will further develop cutting-edge artificial intelligence technology, dedicated to the majority The owner brings an excellent user experience."
It is understood that the new joint venture will develop products for various models of Volkswagen Group (China) and other brands. The first products will include going out and asking about the existing smart mirrors. Through voice input, the rearview mirror can provide functions such as navigation, information point (POI) search, instant messaging, and car voice-activated infotainment system. In addition to the models of the Volkswagen Group's brands, the joint venture believes that these technologies are equally attractive to the entire automotive industry and are open to developing relevant products for industry brands.
In Su Weiming's view, the global market is the biggest change in the global market. “In the last year or two, we have made bold attempts in China.†For Volkswagen, which is committed to becoming a pioneer in the future of mobile travel services, this cooperation is the latest move to shape the way of mobile travel in the future. But it does not mean that the Volkswagen Group will slow down the pace of finding partners in other fields.