DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Edward Kane, Journalist

 DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF 

By Journalists Edward Kane & Maryanne Kane

BREAKTHROUGH AUTONOMOUS ROBOT



                                                                    Source:  XPeng

  • Chinese EV giant XPeng has created a breakthrough, autonomous robot for kids to ride.  It's breakthrough because of its autonomous software system.  Here are some key facts:
  • It's a 4-legged, robot dog built for kids to ride
  • Called Unicorn
  • Software is based on XPeng's autonomous car self-driving system
  • Said to give kids incredible freedom of movement and joy 
  • The architecture is light, strong and robust enough to handle a child playing
  • XPeng says that by adding an arm, they can turn it into a service robot
  • Unicorn speaks
  • It's electric powered
  • Just unveiled at an automotive exhibition in Asia.

A REASON FOR TESLA TO BE ANXIOUS



                                            Source: Xiaomi

  • A new EV by Chinese smart phone company Xiaomi is giving Tesla and Porsche a run for their money.  Here's what we know:
  • Xiaomi just unveiled its EV SU7 sedan with a 497-mile range
  • In the first 36 hours, it received 120,000 orders
  • All-electric sedan that recharges for 242 miles in 10 minutes
  • Considered to be a major threat to Tesla in the China market
  • Offers smart car connectivity, fast acceleration and is less expensive than a comparable Porsche and Tesla Model 3
  • Pricing starts at $68,000 
  • Self-driving capabilities
  • Self-parking system
  • ADAS powered by LiDAR
  • Sleek, aerodynamic design similar to Porsche  
  • Tesla is facing intense competition in China, not only from the new SU7 but also from new EVs coming from XPeng and BYD
  • SU7 is just rolling onto the Chinese market with some great automotive reviews.

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