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Jiushi Expands Its 30,000 Autonomous Vehicles into Urban Governance Applications

Jiushi has announced a strategic upgrade to its urban-level physical AI, aiming to extend its 'Jiushi Brain' capabilities beyond autonomous logistics vehicles. CEO Kong Qi emphasized that the company will leverage its extensive operational experience and data from over 30,000 vehicles, which have collectively traveled more than 250 million kilometers across 300 cities, to enhance urban governance scenarios. This shift is significant as Jiushi seeks to redefine its role in the autonomous vehicle industry, moving from a logistics-focused approach to utilizing its vehicles as a sensor network for urban management. By transforming data from real-world operations into actionable insights for city governance, Jiushi aims to address the complexities of urban environments while ensuring compliance and safety standards. Looking ahead, Jiushi's collaboration with GAC Aion to integrate L4 autonomous driving technology with commercial vehicle manufacturing could help overcome long-standing reliability issues in the industry. The success of this new direction will depend on Jiushi's ability to implement its technology in various cities, transitioning its vehicles from cargo transport to integral components of urban infrastructure.