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AI’s Massive Impact on the Automotive Experience
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From personalized virtual assistants to advanced driver assistance systems, AI is reshaping every aspect of the mobility experience.
However, this technological transformation is not progressing at an equal pace globally. Chinese automakers are racing ahead in AI adoption, leaving their Western counterparts… in the rearview mirror.
The AI Adoption Divide
The contrast in AI implementation between Chinese and Western automotive manufacturers is stark. The MPH study, “AI AS GAME CHANGER,” that 94% of Chinese automotive companies are using AI-based solutions in their manufacturing processes, compared to just 20% in the DACH region (Germany, Austria, and Switzerland).
Several factors contribute to China’s lead in this area. The Chinese government has made AI development a national priority, providing substantial support and funding. There’s also a cultural openness to new technologies and data-sharing that facilitates rapid AI adoption. Furthermore, Chinese companies often employ more agile development and implementation processes, allowing them to iterate…