Lotus, European Trojan Horse of Chinese Robotaxi?
This page is translated from the original post "Lotus, Cheval de Troie européen du Robotaxi chinois ?" in French.
- 20/03/2025 15:50
Lotus Robotics and CaoCao Mobility join forces to launch a driving platform for autonomous taxis.
CaoCao Mobility, specialized in on-demand transportation services, announced the launch of an autonomous driving platform powered by end-to-end intelligent driving solutions developed by Lotus Robotics. This technology is currently being tested in the Chinese cities of Suzhou and Hangzhou.
Lotus Robotics, the autonomous technology division of Lotus, and CaoCao Mobility, a ride-sharing company, both belong to the Chinese conglomerate Geely Holding. Together, they have deployed China’s first complete autonomous driving system, combining customized vehicles, fully autonomous driving, and automated operations.
Testing in the pilot zones of Suzhou and Hangzhou has covered 13,545 km without human intervention, confirming the safety and reliability of Lotus Robotics’ software. Both companies are continuing their tests, integrating vehicle intelligence with infrastructure to address challenges such as unexpected pedestrian crossings.
The Middle East before Europe
Lotus Robotics, in partnership with Aramco Digital, is currently exploring the deployment of Robotaxis in the Middle East. These initiatives mark a key step in Lotus Robotics’ global expansion, which aims to provide safe and efficient autonomous solutions across all regions, including Europe.
Recent advancements include urban navigation independent of maps, seamless transitions between city roads and highways, and precise navigation to avoid obstacles and perform complex turns.
Lotus Robotics collaborates with brands like Lynk & Co and Farizon Auto, utilizing Amazon Web Services (AWS) to store and analyze data. Meanwhile, CaoCao Mobility operates in 57 Chinese cities, serving more than 35,000 businesses and 7 million professional users. Combining Geely’s technology with Lotus’s brand image is arguably the best way to break into Europe!
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