Peter Cirino
Analyst · CICC. Please go ahead. Your line is open
Thank you, Ziyu, and good day to everyone. I’ll start with our growing customer base, where Ziyu mentioned, we secured a milestone project win with the Volkswagen Group during the quarter. This project will deploy our Antora 1000 computing platform and ECARX Cloudpeak integrated with Google Automotive Services in multiple vehicles through Volkswagen’s Global Entry Infotainment initiative, which is set to launch across EMEA and the Americas towards the end of this decade. We also won 3 new design wins from our existing customers with 2 deploying our Galena computing platforms and deploying Makalu. On the product front, we had several exciting new vehicles launched this quarter. Following the strong launch in China of the Geely Galaxy E5 last August, an overseas version known as the Geely Galaxy EX5 entered start of production during the quarter and began deliveries in early 2025. The EX5 will be the first vehicle overseas to deploy the Antora 1000 computing platform, demonstrating our technological strength and ability to deliver this solution for both the PRC and international markets. We cumulatively shipped approximately 500,000 Antora series units by the end of last year, with shipments expected to surpass 1 million in 2025. This provides automakers with a cost-effective way to integrate digital cockpit and driving capabilities into a single board using the Antora 1000, which will be deployed as Geely’s mainstream entry-level solution on future models. The Hongqi Tiangong 05 started production late last year and was launched in January 2025, deploying the first intelligent cockpit jointly developed under our strategic partnership with FAW. Powered by the Antora 1000 Pro and integrated with a customized Hongqi FAW OS built on top of the ECARX Cloudpeak and AutoGPT, the Tiangong 05 will set new industry benchmarks with an immersive and AI-driven intelligent cockpit experience. A similar solution will be deployed on another Hongqi model, which is expected to launch in the first quarter of 2025. We are also working on an ADAS solution for 5 Hongqi vehicles with start of production scheduled for the third quarter, further deepening our relationship. We continue to drive innovation in other areas as well, ensuring that our automaker partners have access to cutting-edge solutions. Our Cloudpeak hypervisor, a core component of the Cloudpeak software stack, received ISO 26262 ASIL-D certification in January, the highest level of certification and a reflection of our focus on functional safety throughout the product life cycle. Cloudpeak was integrated into the Makalu computing platform and deployed on the Lynk & Co Z10 STARBUFF, which was launched in November of last year. This customized eSports version of the Z10 allows users to play AAA games on the go with an immersive gaming experience. Momentum for the Skyland Pro ADAS solution is building as automakers are increasingly seeking cost-effective solutions that they can rapidly bring to market. Skyland Pro has been integrated into Geely’s G-Pilot unified intelligent driving system, powering the recently launched Galaxy E8 all-electric sedan. The solution can be easily replicated and scaled across various brands and models, offering users a unique driving experience with advanced features such as automatic parking, assistance and highway NOA. The Skyland Pro already powers vehicles, including the Lynk & Co 08 and Lynk & Co 07 launched in 2023. The 08 model received a high CNCAP rating and remains in strong demand. With the battleground for automakers to differentiate themselves now expanding to ADAS and vehicle intelligence, intelligent driving solutions will be crucial to drive the long-term sustainable development of our business and the global automotive industry. With a clear road map for future ADAS solutions, we are already capitalizing on this opportunity and we will continue to drive innovation going forward. Our robust intellectual property portfolio keeps growing with 692 registered patents and 723 patent pending applications globally as of December 31, 2024. To demonstrate our robust portfolio of technologies, we attended numerous industry events during the quarter. In November, we showcased the Skyland Pro ADAS solution at AutoSens China, demonstrating how it can empower automakers with high-performance, cost-effective intelligent driving solutions. That same month, we also represented the automotive sector at the Saudi Arabia National Quality Conference, where we received the SASO Award for contributions to generative AI quality assurance, reflecting the impact that AutoGPT is having on the industry. We carried this momentum into 2025 at CES in January, where one of the dominant themes was AI. Interest in automotive applications of AI was extremely high this year, making AutoGPT a real point of interest. Over 4 days at CES, our management team packed in more than 50 meetings, including 17 with automakers from across the world. We also showcased the power and versatility of our solutions at our booth, including the Galena, Antora and Makalu platforms, solutions that all have been validated and deployed in vehicles currently in production, along with our ADAS technologies. A key point of our messaging conversations was the power of AutoGPT, specifically its core AutoAgent, AutoFlow, AutoScene and AutoECO capabilities built on top of several of the world’s leading LLMs to enhance the in-vehicle experience. Automakers and ecosystem partners were captivated by the AutoAgent’s adaptability to unique driver preferences, AutoScene’s monitoring of in-vehicle behavior, AutoFlow’s interaction with mobile apps and AutoECO’s seamless connectivity with in-vehicle applications across devices, creating a comprehensive range of AI-enhanced solutions. Our presentation at CES helped us set the agenda for the year to come with a focus on expanding our global business by empowering automakers with cost and power-efficient high-quality solutions. I’d like to end with a quick update on our Fuyang smart facility and our strategy to integrate manufacturing and supply chain processes. Production continues to ramp up with more than 60,000 Antora units produced in December alone and further capacity expansions planned throughout this year. In conclusion, 2024 was a remarkable year for us, and I remain highly optimistic that this will continue into 2025, especially as we lean into technological innovation and continue to diversify our customer base globally. I will now turn the call over to Phil, who will go through our financial results.