Baidu and CATL Partner to Develop Competitive Driverless Vehicles

Strategic Agreement on Autonomous Driving and Digital Intelligence

Baidu and CATL have announced a partnership to advance autonomous vehicle technology and explore innovative business models. The collaboration will focus on digital intelligence and driverless solutions, leveraging both companies’ strengths.

Integration of Battery and Autonomous Driving Technologies

Under this agreement, Baidu and CATL will work together to integrate key technologies in autonomous electric vehicles. This includes:

CATL’s power batteries
Battery-swapping products and services
Skateboard chassis technology

Implications for the Autonomous Vehicle Industry

This partnership could accelerate the development of self-driving electric vehicles, enhancing both efficiency and practicality. By combining Baidu’s AI-driven autonomous driving capabilities with CATL’s expertise in battery technology, the two companies aim to set new industry standards.