【文远知行-W（0800.HK）】全球L4自动驾驶领导者，海外商业化落地拐点将至——首次覆盖报告（付天姿/王贇）

Core Insights - Company Wenyan Zhixing is a leading player in the global L4 autonomous driving sector, established in 2017 and set to go public on NASDAQ in October 2024 as the "first global general autonomous driving stock" [4] - The company operates in 11 countries and 30 cities, holding autonomous driving licenses in seven countries, making it the only company globally with such a distinction [4] - For FY25H1, the company reported revenue of 200 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 32.8%, with product revenue soaring by 230% to 70 million yuan, while service revenue remained flat at 130 million yuan [4] Group 1: Robotaxi Cost Reduction and Policy Support - Continuous optimization of Robotaxi operating costs is driven by several factors: decreasing core hardware costs like LiDAR, improved human-vehicle ratios through remote safety personnel, and energy-efficient specialized chips [5] - The revised Chinese "Autonomous Driving Management Measures (2025)" allows for full-scale L4-level paid operations in cities like Shanghai, with similar policies in key areas of Beijing and support from international locations such as Abu Dhabi and San Francisco [5] - The global Robotaxi market is projected to reach $66.6 billion by 2030, with a concentrated competitive landscape led by top companies in China and the U.S., and emerging markets in the Middle East expected to be key growth areas [5] Group 2: Commercialization and Technology Development - The company is the only entity with autonomous driving licenses in seven countries, covering 11 countries and 30 cities, with five core product lines tailored for smart mobility, freight, and sanitation [6] - The Robotaxi business is focusing on the Middle East, where high customer spending enhances profitability, with a partnership with Uber accelerating fleet expansion [6] - In FY25Q2, the Robotaxi business generated 50 million yuan in revenue, a staggering year-on-year increase of 836.7%, with the Abu Dhabi Robotaxi fleet tripling since December 2024, indicating strong revenue growth potential in the near term [6]