Technical Details
BYD has announced that it will compensate for damages if an automotive accident occurs while using the Urban Navigate on Autopilot (Urban NOA) feature. The company stated that it has become the first automaker in the world to offer such double insurance for its advanced driver assistance systems: previously, similar protection was already in effect for the intelligent parking feature.
Background and Context
The coverage applies to new buyers and existing owners who update their vehicle to the 'God's Eye 5.0' system in China. However, the program is only valid for one year. BYD clarifies that if an accident is legally recognized and occurs while using Urban NOA in accordance with the rules of use, the company will cover all damages.
Industry Impact
In conjunction with this announcement, BYD has introduced new technologies for the 'God's Eye' autonomous driving system, including a new 4-nanometer SoC Xuanji with 2100 TOPS computing power. This system is expected to support the operation of level 3 and 4 autopilots. Additionally, the company has announced that its entire model range can now be equipped with the 'God's Eye' system with lidar.