Baidu’s Apollo Aims To Offer Robotaxi Service to 3 Million Users In 2023
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Chinese tech giant Baidu said on Thursday its smart driving unit Apollo plans to cater to a total of 3 million users in China with a fleet of 3,000 robotaxis in 2023.
Baidu also announced that it is partnering with BAIC Group’s electric vehicle (EV) brand ARCFOX to develop Apollo Moon, EV robotaxis that are set to be mass-produced at a cost of 480,000 yuan ($74,766.36) per unit.
The duo will produce 1,000 Apollo Moon EVs in the next three years, Baidu told a press conference in Beijing.
Questions & Answers
Q.What is the expected cost of each Apollo Moon EV robotaxi?
What is the expected cost of each Apollo Moon EV robotaxi?
Each Apollo Moon electric vehicle robotaxi is set to be mass-produced at a cost of 480,000 yuan. This amount converts to approximately $74,766.36 per unit at current exchange rates.
Q.How many Apollo Moon electric vehicle robotaxis will be produced?
How many Apollo Moon electric vehicle robotaxis will be produced?
Baidu and BAIC Group’s ARCFOX plan to produce a total of 1,000 Apollo Moon electric vehicle robotaxis. This production is scheduled to occur over the next three years as part of their partnership.
Q.Which company is Baidu partnering with to develop the Apollo Moon robotaxis?
Which company is Baidu partnering with to develop the Apollo Moon robotaxis?
Baidu is partnering with BAIC Group’s electric vehicle brand, ARCFOX, for this project. Together, they will develop the Apollo Moon electric vehicle robotaxis, which are designed for mass production.
Q.How many robotaxis does Baidu's Apollo unit plan to operate in 2023?
How many robotaxis does Baidu's Apollo unit plan to operate in 2023?
Baidu's smart driving unit, Apollo, aims to operate a fleet of 3,000 robotaxis in 2023. This fleet is intended to cater to 3 million users across China within the specified timeframe.
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