Cainiao, a subsidiary of Alibaba, announced that it will be launching a new unmanned delivery vehicle and simultaneously starting pre-sales. This model is priced at 21,800 RMB (12,900 MYR), and with a limited-time discount, it is available for only 16,800 RMB (9,922 MYR). A representative from Cainiao stated that the new affordable model is produced on the same platform as the high-end model, and the autonomous driving system remains uncompromised.
Designed for courier outlets, helps save costs
This model is specifically designed for courier outlets, aiming to help them reduce the operational costs of using unmanned vehicles, ensuring affordability and safety. Publicly available specifications indicate that the new affordable model, named Cainiao GT-Lite, reduces the driving range to 100 kilometers compared to higher-end models. However, it offers a larger capacity, higher load-bearing capability, faster speed, and a lower price point, making it suitable for short-distance transfers between courier outlets and pickup points.