WeRide drives into Uber partnership, as U.S. listing plan idles
The robotaxi operator will offer its service to Uber users starting in the UAE, though the pair don’t plan to work together in the U.S. or China for now Key…
WeRide merges into crowded field of autonomous driving IPOs
The robobus and robotaxi maker hopes to win over investors with its early-mover status and autonomous driving permits for 30 cities in seven countries Key Takeaways: WeRide has filed for…
Hesai fights ‘capricious’ U.S. Defense Department charges
The autonomous driving technology company has filed a motion to throw out the DoD’s determination that Hesai has ties with the Chinese military Key Takeaways: Hesai’s Nasdaq-listed shares have fallen…
Momenta accelerates its drive towards U.S. listing
The company is the latest from China’s increasingly crowded autonomous driving technology sector to seek funds from an overseas IPO Key Takeaways: China’s securities regulator has approved Momenta's plan for…
Ecarx stuck at the China gate in global smartcar race
The digital cockpit maker has announced several new deals lately, but all involve Chinese carmakers and brands connected to its controlling Chinese shareholder Key Takeaways: Ecarx has announced a number…
NEWS WRAP: Hesai drives beyond China in new tie-up with Germany’s Webasto
The Chinese company will supply its light detection and ranging (LiDAR) technology used in autonomous driving to the German maker of automotive roof systems By Teri Yu Automotive light…
Black Sesame test drives into Hong Kong, coasting on new rules for high-tech hot-shots
The maker of autonomous driving chips has filed for a Hong Kong IPO, hoping to take advantage of new, more lenient requirements for high-growth companies Key takeaways: Black Sesame has…