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Huawei Pledges 18 Billion Yuan for Smart Driving, Plans Up to 80 Billion for Computing Power

Massive outlays for AI training and computing signal a bid to cement Huawei’s lead in China’s smart‑car technology.

Visitors look at electric vehicles (EV) displayed outside the venue before Huawei's Automotive Technology Conference in Beijing, China April 23, 2026. REUTERS/Florence Lo
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Overview

  • Huawei said it will spend 18 billion yuan this year on smart driving R&D, including 10 billion for AI training compute, and it set a five‑year plan to invest 70–80 billion yuan in computing power.
  • The company launched its Qiankun ADS driver‑assist platform and said the system has logged more than 10 billion kilometres of autonomous driving in testing and real use.
  • Huawei showcased 38 partner models fitted with its driving and cockpit tech, including four Audi models and Toyota’s BZ7 developed with Guangzhou Automobile.
  • Qiankun features now span 25 car brands and more than 50 models, with about 1.7 million vehicles delivered to customers in China.
  • The auto push follows sharp growth as automotive sales rose 72% in 2025 to 45 billion yuan, while total revenue in 2025 increased 2.2% to 880.9 billion yuan.