Afari Technology Unveils Ambitious AI Strategy in Chongqing Event

On September 28, a significant event took place in Chongqing titled "A New Rhythm for Chongqing, Afari's Smart Driving - A Night for AI Smart Driving & Afari Technology Brand Launch". This momentous occasion marked the official debut of Chongqing Qianli Technology Co., Ltd., which has rebranded itself as Afari. The company introduced its new English name and its forward-thinking brand strategy centered around the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) with vehicles.

The name "Qianli" reflects the company’s ambition to establish a strong presence in Chongqing while expanding its reach to global markets. The newly adopted name "Afari" combines elements from the words "Afar" and "Intelligence," signifying the vision of extending horizons through intelligent solutions, embedding "AI" at both ends of the word.

Highlight of the Evening: The Afari AI Plan

The evening was marked by the unveiling of the Afari AI Plan, which follows a robust framework combining AI, vehicles, and robotics. Leveraging Chongqing's strengths in connected intelligent vehicles and new energy vehicles, Afari Technology is making strides in three core areas: intelligent driving, smart cabins, and intelligent mobility.

Intelligent Driving

In the realm of intelligent driving, Afari is leveraging large models and reinforcement learning to deliver a driving experience that is not only smarter but also safer and smoother. This technology aims to enhance traffic safety and efficiency on the roads.

Smart Cabins

The company is innovating in the area of smart cabins as well. They are developing a next-generation operating system for agents that allows for natural interaction and integration, providing seamless experiences for users. This system, powered by AI, features built-in memory and aims to create what they refer to as a “third living space” within vehicles.

Intelligent Mobility

Furthermore, in its pursuit of intelligent mobility, Afari Technology is expediting the rollout of its Robotaxi service and progressing towards level 4 autonomous driving solutions. The goal is to develop customized mobile spaces that cater to diverse user needs.

End-to-End Model and Integration

At the heart of Afari's initiatives is the use of end-to-end models along with multimodal large-scale models and reinforcement learning. This strategy is designed to minimize dependency on specific data distributions while significantly enhancing model integration capabilities. As a result, Afari aims for an impressive balance between performance and operational costs.

Already, their intelligent driving system has been installed in over a million vehicles across the globe. Excitingly, the company is on track to launch its level 3 solution by the end of this year and aims to introduce its level 4 solution next year, marking steady progress towards fully operational Robotaxi services.

Conclusion

As they forge ahead, Afari Technology is not only committed to becoming a leader in the smart driving sector but also dedicated to pioneering advancements in AI integration within transport. Their approach, deeply rooted in innovation, positions them for a transformative impact on the future of mobility in Chongqing and beyond.