WeRide Launches Robovan W5, Pioneering New Class of Autonomous Delivery Vehicle
WeRide (NASDAQ: WRD) has launched the Robovan W5, a Level 4 autonomous logistics vehicle designed for urban delivery operations. The vehicle leverages WeRide's experience from nearly 40 million kilometers of autonomous driving and 1,900 days of operations.
The Robovan W5 features class-leading specifications including a 5.5 cubic meter cargo capacity, 1,000 kg maximum payload, and 220 kilometer operating range. It operates 24/7 in all weather conditions with 360-degree blind-spot-free perception and intelligent path optimization.
Key features include multi-vehicle platooning capabilities, modular cargo box stacking, redundant safety systems, and a comprehensive cloud-based control platform. The electric vehicle is designed for express delivery, urban distribution, and point-to-point logistics, offering cost-effective unmanned delivery solutions.
WeRide (NASDAQ: WRD) ha lanciato il Robovan W5, un veicolo logistico autonomo di Livello 4 progettato per operazioni di consegna urbana. Il veicolo sfrutta l'esperienza di WeRide proveniente da quasi 40 milioni di chilometri di guida autonoma e 1.900 giorni di operazioni.
Il Robovan W5 presenta specifiche leader nella categoria, tra cui una capacità di carico di 5,5 metri cubi, un carico massimo di 1.000 kg e un autonomia operativa di 220 chilometri. Funziona 24 ore su 24, 7 giorni su 7 in tutte le condizioni atmosferiche, con percezione a 360 gradi senza zone morte e ottimizzazione intelligente del percorso.
Le caratteristiche principali includono capacità di formazione di più veicoli, impilaggio modulare della cassa di carico, sistemi di sicurezza ridondanti e una piattaforma di controllo basata su cloud completa. Il veicolo elettrico è progettato per la consegna espressa, la distribuzione urbana e la logistica punto-a-punto, offrendo soluzioni di consegna senza conducente a costi contenuti.
WeRide (NASDAQ: WRD) ha lanzado el Robovan W5, un vehículo logístico autónomo de Nivel 4 diseñado para operaciones de entrega urbana. El vehículo aprovecha la experiencia de WeRide de casi 40 millones de kilómetros de conducción autónoma y 1,900 días de operaciones.
El Robovan W5 cuenta con especificaciones líderes en su clase, incluyendo una capacidad de carga de 5.5 metros cúbicos, una carga máxima de 1,000 kg y un rango operativo de 220 kilómetros. Opera 24/7 en todas las condiciones climáticas con percepción de 360 grados sin puntos ciegos y optimización de rutas inteligente.
Las características clave incluyen capacidades de pelotón de múltiples vehículos, apilamiento modular de cajas de carga, sistemas de seguridad redundantes y una plataforma de control basada en la nube integral. El vehículo eléctrico está diseñado para entrega exprés, distribución urbana y logística punto a punto, ofreciendo soluciones de entrega sin conductor de manera rentable.
WeRide (NASDAQ: WRD)가 도시 배송 작업을 위해 설계된 레벨 4 자율 물류 차량인 Robovan W5를 출시했습니다. 이 차량은 거의 4000만 킬로미터의 자율주행과 1900일의 운영 경험을 활용합니다.
Robovan W5는 5.5세제곱미터의 화물 용적, 최대 1000kg의 적재 중량, 220킬로미터의 작동 범위를 포함한 업계 최고의 사양을 갖추고 있습니다. 이 차량은 24시간 연중무휴로 모든 기후 조건에서 작동하며, 360도 사각지대 없는 인식과 지능형 경로 최적화를 제공합니다.
주요 기능으로는 다중 차량 편대 운행 기능, 모듈식 화물 상자 적재, 이중 안전 시스템 및 포괄적인 클라우드 기반 제어 플랫폼이 포함됩니다. 이 전기 차량은 신속 배송, 도시 유통 및 지점 간 물류를 위해 설계되어 비용 효율적인 무인 배송 솔루션을 제공합니다.
WeRide (NASDAQ: WRD) a lancé le Robovan W5, un véhicule logistique autonome de niveau 4 conçu pour les opérations de livraison urbaines. Ce véhicule s'appuie sur l'expérience de WeRide après près de 40 millions de kilomètres de conduite autonome et 1 900 jours d'opérations.
Le Robovan W5 dispose de spécifications leaders de la catégorie, notamment une capacité de charge de 5,5 mètres cubes, une charge utile maximale de 1 000 kg et une autonomie opérationnelle de 220 kilomètres. Il fonctionne 24 heures sur 24, 7 jours sur 7, dans toutes les conditions météorologiques avec un système de perception à 360 degrés sans angles morts et une optimisation intelligente de l'itinéraire.
Les fonctionnalités clés incluent des capacités de pelotonnage de plusieurs véhicules, un empilage modulaire des caisses de charge, des systèmes de sécurité redondants et une plateforme de contrôle basée sur le cloud complète. Le véhicule électrique est conçu pour des livraisons express, une distribution urbaine et une logistique de point à point, offrant des solutions de livraison sans conducteur rentables.
WeRide (NASDAQ: WRD) hat den Robovan W5 eingeführt, ein autonomes Logistikfahrzeug der Stufe 4, das für städtische Lieferungen konzipiert wurde. Das Fahrzeug nutzt die Erfahrungen von WeRide aus fast 40 Millionen Kilometern autonomen Fahrens und 1.900 Tagen Betrieb.
Der Robovan W5 bietet branchenspezifische Spezifikationen, darunter ein 5,5 Kubikmeter Ladevolumen, eine maximale Nutzlast von 1.000 kg und eine Reichweite von 220 Kilometern. Es arbeitet rund um die Uhr bei allen Wetterbedingungen mit einer 360-Grad-Erkennung ohne tote Winkel und intelligenter Routenoptimierung.
Zu den Kernfunktionen gehören die Möglichkeit zur Mehrfahrzeugplatooning, modulares Stapeln von Frachtboxen, redundante Sicherheitssysteme und eine umfassende cloudbasierte Kontrollplattform. Das Elektrofahrzeug ist für Expresslieferungen, städtische Verteilung und Punkt-zu-Punkt-Logistik konzipiert und bietet kostengünstige, unbemannte Lieferlösungen.
- Industry-leading cargo capacity of 5.5 cubic meters and 1,000 kg payload
- Proven technology with 40 million kilometers of autonomous driving experience
- 24/7 all-weather operation capability reducing operational costs
- Multi-vehicle platooning enabling single-operator management of multiple vehicles
- 220 kilometer operating range supporting long-distance deliveries
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The Robovan W5 launch marks a strategic milestone for WeRide, backed by impressive operational data of 40 million kilometers of autonomous driving experience. The vehicle's specifications - particularly the 5.5 cubic meter cargo capacity and 1,000 kg payload - position it as a serious contender in the rapidly growing autonomous logistics market.
Several key technological differentiators strengthen WeRide's competitive position: 1) The proprietary redundant sensor system enabling 24/7 operations, 2) Multi-vehicle platooning capability that significantly reduces operational costs and 3) The modular design allowing versatile deployment across different logistics scenarios. The integration with WeRide One platform demonstrates the company's ability to leverage its core technology across multiple applications, suggesting strong scalability potential.
The timing is particularly strategic as the global autonomous delivery market faces increasing demand driven by:
- Rising labor costs in logistics
- Growing e-commerce volumes requiring 24/7 operations
- Increasing pressure for sustainable urban delivery solutions
However, key challenges remain:
- Regulatory approval processes for L4 autonomous vehicles in different markets
- Infrastructure readiness for large-scale autonomous delivery operations
- Competition from established logistics players and other autonomous vehicle companies
The comprehensive service package, including 24/7 support and maintenance, indicates WeRide's focus on building a sustainable business model rather than just showcasing technology. This approach, combined with the vehicle's impressive specifications and the company's extensive autonomous driving experience, positions WeRide to potentially capture significant market share in the autonomous logistics sector.
GUANGZHOU, China, Feb. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WeRide Inc. (NASDAQ: WRD), a global leader in autonomous driving technology, today launched the Robovan W5, featuring self-developed Level 4 autonomous technology that operates 24/7 in all weather conditions. It offers long-distance and bulk delivery capabilities integrating vehicle, cloud, and operations to address key challenges in the logistics industry, particularly in express delivery, urban distribution and various point-to-point logistics, with a cost-effective unmanned delivery solution.
(WeRide Robovan W5)
As a Level 4 autonomous logistics vehicle designed for urban open roads, Robovan W5 is built on WeRide’s almost 1,900 days of autonomous operations, and nearly 40 million kilometers of autonomous driving mileage on public roads. It features WeRide’s self-designed redundant sensor kit, which detects vehicles, traffic lights, pedestrians, and other road users, while providing 360-degree blind-spot-free perception to operate 24/7 in various traffic conditions.
The WeRide Robovan W5 is tailored for high-frequency urban logistics. Features include the largest cargo capacity in its class at 5.5 cubic meters with 1,000 kg maximum payload, and operating range of up to 220 kilometers. The Robovan W5 navigates complex urban traffic environments with an intelligent path optimization system that analyzes traffic conditions in real-time, dynamically adjusting routes to avoid congestion. It allows modular cargo box stacking for different scenarios.
The Robovan W5 supports multi-vehicle platooning, allowing single-operator management of multiple vehicles for standardized, scalable delivery. Its electric drive and 24/7 operations further reduce operation costs.
Safety features include redundant drive-by-wire chassis, redundant perception, emergency braking, collision warning, driving status monitoring and intelligent Cloud Control Platform.
Service features include cloud-based intelligent scheduling, real-time monitoring, task optimization, and data analytics, rapid deployment, and remote OTA upgrades. WeRide also provides 24/7 customer support, on-site training, customized solutions, comprehensive warranty, complimentary maintenance, vehicle replacement for quality issues, and IoT.
"The Robovan W5 demonstrates WeRide's latest breakthrough in autonomous delivery and ability to adapt WeRide’s proven autonomous driving technology across different urban scenarios with our self-developed universal autonomous driving technology platform WeRide One," said Dr. Tony Han, Founder and CEO of WeRide. "From our GXR Robotaxi serving passengers and Robosweeper cleaning the urban environment to the Robovan W5 handling urban logistics, we're creating a comprehensive ecosystem of autonomous driving solutions to cover diverse urban transportation needs."
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ICR, LLC
WeRidePR@icrinc.com
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