Beijing Zhiyu Technology AI Autonomous Driving JV Strengthens BAIC’s Smart Mobility Push

Beijing Zhiyu Technology AI Autonomous Driving JV was officially established, marking a strategic step in advancing intelligent driving capabilities within China’s automotive ecosystem. Formed through a collaboration between Beijing Automotive Technology Center Co., Ltd. and Beijing Horizon Robotics Technology R&D Co., Ltd., the new venture reflects a focused push toward scalable, production-ready autonomous driving solutions.
The joint venture has been set up with a registered capital of CNY 3 million and a 65:35 ownership structure. By combining automotive engineering expertise with advanced AI computing capabilities, the company is positioned to accelerate innovation across software-defined vehicle platforms while supporting next-generation mobility requirements.
Beijing Zhiyu Technology AI Autonomous Driving JV: Business Scope and Focus
The newly formed entity operates across multiple domains central to intelligent vehicle development. Its business scope includes:

• Development of artificial intelligence application software

• Research and development of AI theories and algorithm software

• Manufacturing of intelligent in-vehicle equipment

• Information system integration services for automotive platforms

This broad scope allows the company to cover the full value chain, from algorithm research to in-vehicle system deployment, enabling faster transition from concept to mass production.
CNOA System Built on High-Performance AI Computing
At the core of Beijing Zhiyu Technology AI Autonomous Driving JV is the development of a City Navigate on Autopilot (CNOA) system designed for complex urban driving environments. The system is based on dual Horizon Robotics Journey 6M chips, delivering a combined computing power of 256 TOPS to support real-time perception, decision-making, and control.
Key technical highlights include:

• Dual-chip architecture for higher redundancy and performance

• One-stage end-to-end reinforcement learning framework

• Optimized response speed and improved driving smoothness

These capabilities are intended to meet the demanding requirements of urban assisted driving while maintaining system efficiency.
Integration with BAIC’s Yuanjing AI Central Brain
The CNOA solution developed by the joint venture will be integrated into BAIC Group’s Yuanjing AI Central Brain architecture. Initial deployment is planned for new vehicle models under BAIC’s independent sub-brands, enabling faster rollout of advanced driver assistance and intelligent driving features across its portfolio.
By leveraging the Horizon SuperDrive urban assisted driving solution alongside end-to-end learning architecture, the system aims to deliver a more natural and responsive driving experience, particularly in dense city traffic scenarios.
As intelligent driving becomes a core differentiator in the automotive market, Beijing Zhiyu Technology AI Autonomous Driving JV underscores how strategic partnerships between automakers and AI technology providers are shaping the future of smart, software-driven vehicles.