Horizon Robotics launches Horizon SuperDrive autonomous driving solution

Beijing (Gasgoo)- On April 24, Horizon Robotics, the provider of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving (AD) solutions for passenger vehicles, held its 2024 Product Launch Event, introducing its Horizon SuperDrive™ full-stack AD solution.

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Collaborating with industry partners, Horizon Robotics aims to develop intelligent driving solutions ranging from ADAS active safety to comprehensive NOA (Navigate on Pilot) across all scenarios, prioritizing safety, comfort, and convenience for all drivers.

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The Horizon SuperDrive solution harnesses Horizon's expertise in software and hardware co-optimization to deliver safe and reliable autonomous driving technologies in urban, highway, and parking environments. Equipped to handle complex road conditions like experienced drivers, the SuperDrive ensures smooth obstacle avoidance, gentle braking, dynamic speed control, and seamless execution of maneuvers such as unprotected left turns. This innovation accelerates the commercialization, widespread adoption, and mass production of advanced intelligent driving systems.

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Dr. Yu Kai, Founder and CEO of Horizon Robotics, expressed excitement about the launch, emphasizing its contribution to the next generation of autonomous driving. He highlighted Horizon's dedication to enhancing human life through ADAS and AD solutions, citing the success of previously launched smart driving solutions like Horizon Mono and Horizon Pilot.

In addition to the Horizon SuperDrive, Horizon Robotics unveiled its Journey 6 series automotive-grade processing hardware, designed to support its leading ADAS and AD solutions. With Horizon's proprietary processing architecture - BPU Nash, the Journey 6 series caters to automakers’ various demands for intelligent driving capabilities, offering unified architecture and wide compatibility for efficient and cost-effective mass production.

Moreover, Horizon Robotics partnered with SONY to deliver a 17-megapixel high-performance front-view perception solution, boasting a superb detection range of up to 450m for the front camera. 

Driven by energy-efficient products, a flexible business model, and extensive mass production experience, Horizon Robotics holds a robust ecosystem of partnerships with over 24 automakers and 200 industry partners. These collaborations facilitate the development and commercialization of cutting-edge intelligent driving systems while fostering innovation within the industry. Dr. Yu Kai emphasized the value of partnerships in delivering unmatched solutions and driving innovation in smart mobility, ensuring delightful journeys for every driver and passenger.