Big news for cars! Mercedes-Benz, a famous car company, is using parts from a Chinese company called Hesai to make its self-driving cars. This is a big deal because it's the first time a foreign car company is using Chinese technology for cars sold outside of China. It shows that Chinese companies are becoming more important in making car parts.
- Mercedes chose Hesai because it's cheaper and makes lots of parts.
- Hesai makes lidar, a special sensor that helps cars see their surroundings.
- This is happening even though there are some disagreements between countries about trade.
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Cost of Hesai's lidar | Around $200 |
| Hesai's yearly production goal | Over 2 million units |
| Price of Leapmotor B10 SUV | From $17,950 |
