Core Viewpoint - BMW has officially announced a partnership with Chinese tech company Momenta to jointly develop a new generation of intelligent driving assistance solutions tailored for the Chinese market, leveraging both companies' strengths in artificial intelligence and automotive engineering [1][3]. Group 1: Partnership Details - The collaboration aims to create intelligent driving assistance products that integrate German automotive excellence with cutting-edge AI capabilities, enhancing user safety, convenience, and efficiency in future mobility [5][6]. - The new driving assistance solution is specifically designed for the Chinese market, supporting full-scenario, point-to-point navigation assistance, and future capabilities for cross-city traffic management, including parking [8]. Group 2: Technological Integration - BMW's new generation models will feature a "super brain" that integrates power and chassis domains with a response delay of less than one millisecond and a tenfold increase in information processing speed, complementing the local intelligent driving assistance solutions [10]. - The partnership reflects BMW's commitment to deep integration of global technology with local demands, showcasing a forward-looking vision of leading the intelligent driving trend through localized innovation [11].

Core Viewpoint - Zhejiang Meida Industrial Co., Ltd. ("Zhejiang Meida") has announced a significant decline in its expected net profit for the first half of 2025, primarily due to a slowdown in the integrated stove industry and various market challenges [1][3]. Financial Performance - The company expects a net profit of 11.5 million to 15.5 million yuan, representing a year-on-year decline of 84.11% to 88.21% [3][4]. - The expected net profit after deducting non-recurring items is projected to be between 10 million and 14 million yuan, down 85.59% to 89.71% compared to the previous year [3][4]. - Basic earnings per share are anticipated to be between 0.018 yuan and 0.024 yuan, compared to 0.15 yuan in the same period last year [4]. Industry Context - The integrated stove industry, which previously experienced rapid growth with a compound annual growth rate of 55.4% from 2016 to 2018, has faced significant challenges, with retail sales expected to decline by 30.6% in 2024 [5]. - In 2024, Zhejiang Meida reported revenue of 877 million yuan, a decrease of 47.54% year-on-year, and a net profit of 110 million yuan, down 76.21% [5][6]. Strategic Outlook - Despite the current challenges, Zhejiang Meida remains optimistic about future growth, focusing on core business areas and diversifying its product matrix with an emphasis on AI and integrated solutions [6]. - The company plans to enhance channel transformation and improve operational efficiency to achieve sustainable development and increase shareholder value [6]. Investment Activity - In June, Zhejiang Meida announced an investment of approximately 110 million yuan in Motovis Limited, a smart driving solution provider, indicating a strategic move to capitalize on growth opportunities in the smart driving sector [6][7].

Core Viewpoint - Horizon Robotics has successfully launched its new entry-level vehicle intelligent computing solution, Journey 6B, which marks a significant advancement in the ADAS market, emphasizing both performance enhancement and cost reduction [3][5]. Group 1: Product Development and Performance - The Journey 6B achieved a remarkable industry speed by powering on and producing output in just 23 minutes, setting a new benchmark for intelligent driving computing solutions [3]. - The AI computing power of Journey 6B is rated at 18 TOPS, benefiting from the BPU Nash architecture, which allows it to efficiently support mainstream algorithms and enhance computing performance by over two times [3][5]. - Compared to the previous generation, Journey 6B has improved system performance by over two times, reduced system costs by over 25%, and decreased power consumption by over 30%, while also reducing the size of the integrated solution by over 40% [5]. Group 2: Market Position and Collaborations - Horizon Robotics is expected to maintain a leading position in the integrated computing solution market, with a projected market share of over 30% in the Chinese market for passenger vehicle front-view integrated computing solutions in 2024 [5]. - Multiple collaborations based on Journey 6B are progressing steadily, including a new multifunctional camera platform being developed by Bosch, which is planned for mass production by mid-2026 [5]. - The Journey 6 series has achieved "full-stage access" within just 15 months of its release, indicating a significant advancement in the company's capabilities from research and development to mass production [7]. Group 3: Market Insights and Future Prospects - The Journey 6 series is designed to cater to various market segments, providing a comprehensive range of computing power from 18 TOPS to 560 TOPS, making it the first full-stage intelligent driving computing solution in the industry [7]. - The mid-tier intelligent driving market has seen Journey 6E/M gain over 20 partnerships with automakers, enabling more than 100 smart vehicle models [7]. - The high-performance flagship Journey 6P is positioned as the strongest computing solution for auxiliary driving, with plans for its deployment in the Chery "Falcon" model by 2025 [7].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [2][7] Core Insights - The cumulative shipment of the company's "Zhengcheng" series is expected to exceed 10 million units, with over 8 million units already shipped. The company has established close partnerships with leading Tier-1 companies such as Bosch, Denso, and ZF, supporting advanced driver assistance and high-level autonomous driving solutions [5] - The HSD system, the first full-stack development of its kind in China, is designed for urban driving assistance and is expected to be integrated into strategic models of several leading OEM brands this year [6] Financial Performance and Projections - The company is projected to achieve revenues of 35.62 billion, 55.29 billion, and 79.83 billion yuan for the years 2025, 2026, and 2027 respectively, with net profits expected to be -1.969 billion, -0.945 billion, and 0.105 billion yuan for the same years [7][9] - The revenue growth rates are forecasted at 54%, 49%, and 55% for the years 2025, 2026, and 2027 respectively, while the net profit growth rates are expected to be 135%, -184%, and 52% [9][10]

Investment Rating - The report suggests a strong investment outlook for the automotive sector, particularly in the areas of intelligent driving and robotics, indicating a robust growth trajectory for these industries. Core Insights - Intelligent Driving: BYD has achieved a breakthrough in L4-level smart parking, promising comprehensive safety coverage for users in China. Additionally, Shenzhou Car Rental has launched the world's first public autonomous rental service in collaboration with Baidu Apollo, redefining rental freedom [1][10]. - Robotics: The robotics industry maintains a steady upward trend, with domestic robots expected to see small-batch mass production in the second half of the year. Notable advancements include the launch of the A2-W general-purpose robot by Zhiyuan Robotics, showcasing high operational efficiency [2][24]. Summary by Sections Intelligent Driving - BYD has become the first globally to achieve L4-level smart parking, ensuring safety and loss coverage for users [9]. - Shenzhou Car Rental and Baidu Apollo have introduced an autonomous rental service, integrating advanced technology with a nationwide rental network [10]. - Chery and Momenta have launched the Fengyun A9L, featuring a sophisticated driving assistance system [11]. - Zhixing Technology has secured contracts for 14 vehicle models in just 30 days, demonstrating strong market competitiveness [12]. - The supply chain is evolving, with multiple new models equipped with advanced lidar technology, enhancing the smart driving capabilities of various vehicles [13][14][16]. Robotics - The robotics sector is experiencing significant developments, including the establishment of a technology capital integration plan to foster innovation [17]. - Zhiyuan Robotics has completed a major acquisition and showcased its A2-W robot's capabilities in a live demonstration [24]. - Yuejiang Robotics has launched a six-legged bionic robot, enhancing adaptability and operational capabilities [26]. - New products from Xinsong Robotics have broken traditional limitations, integrating mobility and dexterity [28]. - Investment activities are robust, with several companies securing significant funding to advance their robotics technologies [32][33].

Core Viewpoint - The report highlights the performance and investment strategy of the Huafu Times Selected Mixed Securities Investment Fund, emphasizing its focus on the autonomous driving sector and its financial metrics for the second quarter of 2025 [1][11][15]. Fund Overview - Fund Name: Huafu Times Selected Mixed Fund - Fund Manager: Huafu Fund Management Co., Ltd. - Fund Custodian: China Construction Bank Co., Ltd. - Total Fund Shares at Period End: 77,179,097.37 shares - Investment Objective: To achieve long-term capital appreciation while strictly controlling risks [3][4]. Financial Performance - For the period from April 1, 2025, to June 30, 2025: - Huafu Times Selected Mixed A share net value growth rate: 1.84% - Huafu Times Selected Mixed C share net value growth rate: 1.74% - Benchmark return for the same period: 1.53% [5][15]. - Cumulative net value for A shares: 0.8789 RMB - Cumulative net value for C shares: 0.8699 RMB [15]. Investment Strategy - The fund has shifted its focus towards the autonomous driving sector, identifying it as a promising area for investment due to recent advancements and market potential [11][15]. - The fund's investment strategy includes a diversified approach across various segments of the autonomous driving industry, including vehicles, core components, and operational services [15]. Asset Allocation - As of the report date, the fund's asset allocation includes: - 75.73% in stocks - 18.45% in cash equivalents - No holdings in bonds or asset-backed securities [16][17]. - The fund has not engaged in any abnormal trading activities during the reporting period, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations [8][9]. Shareholder Activity - Total shares at the beginning of the reporting period for A shares: 68,773,874.57 - Total shares at the end of the reporting period for A shares: 66,609,842.38 - Total shares at the beginning of the reporting period for C shares: 11,372,060.21 - Total shares at the end of the reporting period for C shares: 10,569,254.99 [19].

Core Insights - The 15th China Automotive Forum was successfully held in Shanghai from July 10 to 12, where Horizon Robotics' President Chen Liming delivered a keynote speech on the latest trends in the intelligent driving industry and the company's technological innovations [1]. Group 1: Industry Trends - Intelligent driving technology is at a critical development stage, with a potential for rapid growth as it has reached an inflection point [1]. - The growth is supported by three factors: the integration of intelligent driving in China's new energy vehicle strategy, the expansion of Navigate on Autopilot (NOA) features from high-end to mid-range vehicles, and consumer preference for intelligent features in electric vehicles, especially among premium brands [1]. Group 2: Challenges in Intelligent Driving - Despite the promising outlook, intelligent driving faces challenges, particularly with urban NOA, which is still in a "usable" stage due to complex traffic conditions leading to safety issues [2]. - Current systems have limited Operational Design Domain (ODD) and weak generalization capabilities, which restrict their usage areas [2]. - High-performance systems are costly, hindering widespread adoption [2]. Group 3: Technological Innovations by Horizon - Horizon has developed the Vision Mamba algorithm, which addresses computational and visual challenges, enhancing performance with linear complexity and global perception [2]. - The Senna architecture combines end-to-end models with Visual Language Models (VLM), improving generalization and decision-making capabilities while reducing planning errors and collision rates [2]. - The Journey 6 series chips cover a range of intelligent driving applications, with the Journey 6P chip set to debut in Chery vehicles this year [2]. Group 4: Future Outlook - Horizon supports domestic manufacturers in producing intelligent driving systems and collaborates with international companies, including strategic partnerships with Bosch and Denso announced at the Shanghai Auto Show [3]. - The future of the intelligent driving industry is expected to see further integration of hardware and software, leading to the development of a unified AI Agent for distributed control [3]. - Horizon aims to collaborate with partners across the industry chain to create user-friendly intelligent driving products that deliver real value to consumers [3].

Core Insights - The intelligent driving industry is at a critical inflection point, with the potential for rapid growth or falling into an innovation gap as technology penetration reaches 10% to 20% [4] - The future growth of mid-to-high level intelligent driving is supported by three main factors: its central role in China's smart connected new energy vehicle strategy, the decreasing costs and increasing accessibility of advanced driving features, and strong consumer demand for intelligent features in vehicle purchases [4] Industry Trends - Intelligent driving is a core component of China's "14th Five-Year Plan" and is expected to drive the automotive industry from manufacturing to intelligent manufacturing [4] - The cost of advanced driving features has decreased significantly, with functionalities like urban NOA and highway NOA now available in vehicles priced below 150,000 yuan, accelerating the "smart driving equality" movement [4] - Consumer surveys indicate that intelligent features are among the top factors influencing the purchase of new energy vehicles, with a strong emphasis on intelligent driving and smart cockpit features in high-end models [4] Challenges - Despite advancements, intelligent driving still faces challenges, particularly in urban NOA, which is currently at a "usable" level but not meeting user expectations [5] - Issues include the system's performance in complex scenarios, limited operational design domain (ODD), and high costs, necessitating improvements in both system performance and application range [5] Technological Innovations - Horizon has made significant breakthroughs in four core areas: algorithms, software architecture, computing power, and data/engineering capabilities [6][7][8] - The Vision Mamba algorithm represents a key advancement in visual perception technology, achieving a 2.8 times increase in computation speed and an 87% reduction in GPU memory usage [6] - The new Senna multi-modal architecture integrates sensor and map data for improved vehicle control, resulting in over a 40% reduction in average planning displacement error and a 45% decrease in collision rates [6] Product Development - Horizon has launched the Horizon SuperDrive urban assistance driving system, which utilizes a combination of cameras and radar to enable full-scene intelligent driving without high-precision maps [9] - The system has demonstrated its ability to handle complex driving scenarios and is set for mass production this year [9] Future Outlook - The future of intelligent driving is expected to evolve towards hardware integration and software unification, with a focus on creating user-friendly intelligent driving products [9]

Core Insights - The 15th China Automotive Forum will be held in Shanghai from July 10 to 12, 2025, focusing on the theme "Quality Improvement and New Directions for Intelligent Driving" [1] - Dr. Chen Liming, President of Horizon Robotics, delivered a keynote speech discussing the latest research and industry insights in the field of intelligent driving [1] Industry Trends - Intelligent driving is at a critical inflection point in China, driven by three main factors: its significant role in the national strategy for smart connected new energy vehicles, the industry's push for technology democratization, and increasing consumer demand for intelligent features in electric vehicles [3][7] - The functionality of Highway Navigation on Autopilot (NOA) is becoming more user-friendly, while urban NOA is still in a "usable" stage, facing challenges such as complex traffic conditions and system performance issues [7] Technological Innovations - Horizon Robotics has made significant advancements in visual perception algorithms, evolving from traditional methods to the new Vision Mamba algorithm, which improves computational efficiency and resource optimization [11] - The Senna architecture combines end-to-end models with Visual Language Models (VLM), demonstrating over 40% reduction in average planning displacement error and 45% decrease in average collision rates compared to traditional models [14] Chip Technology - The Journey 6 series chips from Horizon Robotics cover a full range of intelligent driving applications, with the Journey 6P chip innovating in areas such as function, floating-point operations, and memory management, effectively reducing system deployment costs [17] Data and Engineering Capabilities - Horizon Robotics has introduced a solution combining reinforcement learning with world models, enabling continuous interaction with the environment for autonomous learning and optimization [19] - The company has achieved ISO 8800 certification for road vehicle safety and AI, providing over 8 million solutions and aiming to exceed 10 million this year, supporting over 200 vehicle models [19] Product Launches - The Horizon SuperDrive (HSD) for urban driving utilizes a one-stage end-to-end model and is set to enter mass production this year, featuring a configuration of 11 cameras and 1 millimeter-wave radar [22] - Horizon Robotics emphasizes its commitment to serving both domestic and global markets, collaborating with major international companies like Bosch and Denso [22]

Core Viewpoint - The automotive industry is at a critical juncture for high-level intelligent driving technology, which is expected to experience rapid growth following a pivotal point similar to that seen in smartphones and electric vehicles [1][2]. Group 1: Government Support - Intelligent driving is a key component of China's smart connected vehicle development strategy, as outlined in government reports and plans from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology [2]. - The transition to electrification is seen as a way for China to move from being a major automotive market to a strong automotive nation, facilitating industrial upgrades and the shift from "Made in China" to "Intelligent Manufacturing in China" [2]. Group 2: Industry Trends - The functionality of urban NOA (Navigation on Autopilot) and highway NOA has progressively moved from high-end models priced above 300,000 yuan to models below 150,000 yuan this year [2]. - The first quarter of this year has seen further democratization of intelligent driving features among automakers, which is expected to drive technological advancements, cost reductions, and performance improvements, making these features more accessible to consumers [2]. Group 3: Consumer Demand - According to a McKinsey report, the level of intelligence in vehicles is a top two factor for consumers when choosing between electric and fuel vehicles, indicating that smart features are becoming a major consideration in vehicle selection [3]. - When selecting high-end brands, consumers are increasingly prioritizing intelligent attributes, with two out of the top three factors related to intelligent driving and smart cabins [3].