Chery has recently launched a new Vehicle Parking Departure (VPD) system at its global premier event hosted on April 22, 2026, at the Auto China and Chery International Business Summit. The VPD system is a technological advancement aimed at enhancing parking convenience with the integration of autonomous features and remote vehicle management capabilities.
What is the Vehicle Parking Departure (VPD) System?
The VPD system is an automatic system that supports independent movement of the vehicle within the parking areas. It is made using a complete computational framework that uses different sensors and positioning technology among others.
It is meant to work in challenging areas like underground parking and congested parking lots where traditional driver-based parking systems would have limited functionality. It uses perception and navigation technologies to support autonomous operations.
How Does One-Tap Departure Work?
The “One-Tap Departure” function allows a person to remotely call their car via a mobile app. Upon activation, the car will start, exit the parking space, and drive to the person through the parking area.
This function helps people avoid walking through large, crowded parking lots. The function is especially useful during unfavourable weather conditions, poor visibility, or when carrying objects.
The system can detect obstacles, change direction, and manoeuvre around cars at low speeds.
What Does One-Step Homecoming Provide?
The “One-Step Homecoming” function automatically parks the car at the end of the journey. The driver leaves the car at the specified location; then the system handles the parking operation.
If no parking spot is available, the system will scan all possible parking spots and choose one based on current circumstances. Next, it will park the car.
This function aims to simplify parking and save people valuable time.
How Does the VPD System Adapt to Complicated Parking Circumstances?
The VPD system is designed to adapt to complex parking situations involving narrow passageways, vehicles approaching, and obstacles appearing suddenly. The system uses real-time data processing to decide when to yield, change routes, or slow down.
According to the demo, Aaron Zheng demonstrated the VPD system under challenging parking conditions. The vehicle moved in a constrained area and successfully parked itself without the driver using the steering wheel.
It also uses pedestrian detection and obstacle-avoidance technology, enabling it to operate even in poorly lit, highly populated areas.
What Are the Technologies Behind the VPD System?
The following list comprises some of the key technologies used in the development of the VPD system:End-to-end neural network models
Multi-sensor perception and data fusion
Highly precise localisation in the absence of prior map information
The system slows down when faced with abnormal conditions to ensure its safety.
Availability, Features, and Launch Information
The VPD technology will be featured in future versions of the Chery Tiggo 7 and Chery Tiggo 8. The models would make their market debut in regions such as the UAE, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia.
Details on pricing remain undisclosed for now, although it may be included in advanced or high-end versions of the cars at launch. Timelines for availability suggest that it would be available from late 2026 onwards.
