BEIJING, 13th September, 2023 (WAM) — In the first half of 2023, China has risen as the world’s top producer, consumer, and exporter of automobiles. This monumental surge can be largely attributed to the rise of new energy vehicles (NEVs), according to the Chinese newspaper People’s Daily Online. China’s success story in this space rests on the creation of a holistic “vehicle-energy-infrastructure-cloud” industrial ecosystem. This dynamic integrates smart vehicles, efficient new energy sources, intelligent road networks, and real-time cloud computing, promising a future of greener and more intelligent transportation. Key to this revolution is a dependable energy infrastructure. Recent collaborations between Chinese NEV manufacturers and battery charging firms have yielded technological innovations such as combined power exchange and high-speed charging. As a result, China now boasts the world’s largest network for battery charging and swapping, setting the stage for NEV mainstream adoption. However, there r
emains work to be done to allay the fears of drivers concerning battery longevity on extended trips. Furthermore, NEVs aren’t just consumers of energy; they’re also energy carriers. They play a dual role in reducing carbon footprints through clean energy and acting as efficient energy storage units. The rise of NEVs also addresses the unpredictability of certain renewable energy sources like solar and wind power. Highlighting the synergy between smart vehicles and reliable energy, last year’s stats revealed that 7 million intelligent vehicles in China came equipped with autopilot systems an impressive 45.6% increase from the previous year. As technology progresses, these systems will shift from relying predominantly on in-vehicle features like LiDAR to incorporating external support. A significant part of this evolution involves building an intelligent road infrastructure, facilitating smoother vehicle-road coordination. This not only propels the future of autonomous driving but also streamlines traffic mana
gement. Real-time cloud computing is at the heart of this transformation. Open data platforms, supported by these services, provide the computational prowess needed for a seamless blend of autonomous driving, intelligent vehicle-road coordination, and overall smarter transportation.
Source: Emirates News Agency