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Mercedes Opts for Chinese Made Lidar Sensor


Mercedes-Benz partners with Hesai Technology to integrate cost-effective lidar sensors into its global smart-driving vehicle lineup.

This marks the first instance of a foreign automaker integrating Chinese-made lidar technology into models intended for international markets. Mercedes-Benz chose to work with Hesai for its cost-effective solutions and scalable production capabilities, despite potential legal and geopolitical considerations. The newly elected Trump administration has indicated plans for tariffs on China and a stronger push for U.S.-based manufacturing, policies that could reshape the competitive landscape.

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