The “Automotive LiDAR Patent Panoramic Analysis - 2025 Edition” report highlights that Hesai has showcased remarkable achievements in the LiDAR sector. It ranks first globally in terms of both the quantity of patents and overall strength, securing a place alongside Bosch and Waymo in the top three worldwide. Between 2021 and 2025, Hesai has constructed a multi - country, multi - level patent protection framework. As of the end of December 2025, Hesai had amassed a total of 2,071 authorized patents and patent applications globally, boasting the largest number of publicly disclosed patents in the industry. Its patent portfolio is both extensive and forward - thinking, especially taking the lead in crucial technologies and components like anti - interference, with a collection of high - quality patents. These technological edges have earned it recognition in the market. In 2025, Hesai shipped over 1.6 million units, and by November, its cumulative shipments had exceeded 2 million units, making it the first company in the world to reach this significant milestone. At the same time, Hesai is also gearing up to expand its production capacity and forge partnerships with industry behemoths.