On November 22, Homo Auto declared a work suspension and a holiday period, hinting that its development journey may have hit a dead end. Early indicators of this outcome were already visible, with Great Wall Motors emerging as the pivotal factor influencing its destiny. Traditional automakers typically adopt one of two approaches for developing intelligent driving technologies: independent development or reliance on external partners. However, the majority of full-stack self-development endeavors have either faltered or been relegated to the sidelines. This trend can be attributed to two primary factors.

Firstly, there's a fundamental clash in "corporate DNA." Traditional automakers prioritize stability and reliability, traits that are at odds with the rapid iteration and open innovation necessary for advancing intelligent driving systems. Secondly, these automakers grapple with issues such as strategic indecision, resource fragmentation, outdated management paradigms, and rigid ideological frameworks. Moreover, the intense market competition and the widening gap between expectations and reality have made automakers risk-averse, compelling them to abandon independent full-stack development in favor of strategic retrenchment and resource reallocation. Looking ahead, scenarios akin to Homo Auto's predicament may recur in the industry.