Chinese automaker Geely Auto has recently introduced its new AI-powered G-Pilot smart driving system, joining the ranks of other major players like BYD and Tesla in the competitive electric vehicle (EV) market. The unveiling event showcased five different solutions under the G-Pilot umbrella, including G-Pilot H1, H3, H5, H7, and H9, each offering varying levels of advanced driving capabilities.
The G-Pilot H1 features a hardware system equipped with 10 cameras and 5 millimeter-wave radars, supporting highway NOA (Navigate on Autopilot) and automatic parking assistance. On the other hand, the G-Pilot H3 comes with 11 cameras and 3 millimeter-wave radars, enabling urban commuting NOA and highway NOA functionalities.
Moving up the ladder, the G-Pilot H5 integrates 11 cameras, 3 millimeter-wave radars, and 1 LiDAR for full-scenario door-to-door NOA without the need for HD maps. Meanwhile, the G-Pilot H7 shares the same hardware system as the H5 but introduces more advanced AI capabilities for enhanced driving experiences.
At the top of the lineup, the G-Pilot H9 offers L3 autonomous driving with 13 cameras, 3 millimeter-wave radars, and multiple LiDARs. This solution boasts cutting-edge technologies like an end-to-end model and multimodal large language model, promising a full-scenario, door-to-door autonomous driving experience.
Geely’s G-Pilot system will be available across various models from brands such as Geely Auto, Zeekr, Lynk & Co, and Galaxy. The rollout of G-Pilot is set to begin this month, with a focus on pilot-assist features from parking space to parking space. Additionally, the updated Galaxy E8, an all-electric sedan powered by the G-Pilot H1 solution, was unveiled at the event, offering a competitive starting price range.
The introduction of G-Pilot comes at a pivotal time as competitors like BYD and Tesla make significant strides in the smart driving space. BYD recently unveiled its God’s Eye smart driving system, while Tesla rolled out FSD-like capabilities in China through a software update. These advancements underscore the growing importance of smart driving technologies in the EV industry, setting the stage for a new era of innovation and competition.
