萝卜快跑坠坑，打脸李彦宏？百度无人驾驶的光环碎了一地

Core Viewpoint - The recent incident involving Baidu's Robotaxi brand "萝卜快跑" has raised significant concerns regarding the safety and reliability of its autonomous driving technology, highlighting systemic issues in technology, operations, and regulation [1][3][9] Technology - The sixth-generation autonomous vehicle (Apollo RT6) is equipped with 38 sensors and a computing platform with 1200 Tops, boasting L4 autonomous driving capabilities [4] - Despite its advanced hardware, the vehicle failed to recognize a 1.2-meter high construction barrier, indicating a gap between technical specifications and real-world performance [4][8] - The incident suggests that the failure may not be solely due to a technical flaw but also reflects insufficient scenario coverage during rapid expansion [4][8] Operations - Baidu's Robotaxi service has recorded over 100 million kilometers of operation without a responsibility accident, yet the recent incident contradicts this claim and raises doubts about operational safety [3][5] - The company has faced multiple incidents prior to the recent crash, including a collision with a pedestrian and a vehicle leaving the scene after a minor accident, indicating ongoing operational challenges [6][8] Public Trust and Market Position - The series of accidents has eroded public trust in Baidu's autonomous driving technology, which is critical for its survival and growth in the competitive market [8][9] - Baidu's ambitions for its autonomous driving business, seen as a second growth curve, are at risk if the company fails to address technical and operational issues effectively [8][9] - The competitive landscape is intensifying, and Baidu's leading position is being threatened as other players in the autonomous driving market continue to advance [8][9]