Group 1 - Nvidia's Thor chip production has been delayed to mid-2025, falling behind the original schedule by a year and only offering a low-performance version with 750 TOPS [1][2] - The initial promise for mass production was set for 2024, a critical year for Chinese automakers transitioning in the electric vehicle market, but technical issues and global chip supply chain constraints have caused delays [2][3] - The chip's design integrates multiple functions, including autonomous driving and infotainment, which presents significant technical challenges, compounded by reliance on advanced manufacturing processes from TSMC [3][4] Group 2 - Chinese automaker NIO has developed its own smart driving chip, the NIO Godson NX9031, which was officially launched in December 2023, aiming to reduce dependency on Nvidia and enhance software-hardware synergy [5][6] - The NX9031 chip utilizes a 5nm process, offering superior performance compared to Nvidia's Orin chip, and is designed to support NIO's autonomous driving system [6] - NIO plans to integrate the NX9031 into its ET9 model by Q4 2024, with large-scale production expected in 2025, while still using Nvidia's solutions as a transitional measure [6] Group 3 - The development of domestic smart driving chips in China has progressed, with companies like NIO and Horizon attempting to break the dominance of international giants like Nvidia and Qualcomm [7][8] - Despite advancements, domestic chips face challenges in technology maturity and market competition, with predictions indicating that by 2025, only 30% of the market will be occupied by self-developed chips from Chinese automakers [7][9] - The competitive landscape is stratified, with Nvidia's Drive Thor and Qualcomm's Snapdragon Ride Flex expected to dominate the high-end market, while domestic chips are primarily focused on mid-range and low-end segments [9][10]