AIVA, a new AI-focused mobility company, launched in Beijing on June 9, 2026. The company announced a strategic collaboration with Volcano Engine, the cloud and AI platform of ByteDance. This partnership aims to fundamentally change how vehicles are designed and developed, leveraging artificial intelligence throughout the process. AIVA intends to jointly define, design, and build a new generation of AI vehicles with Volcano Engine. Details regarding specific vehicle models or timelines were not immediately available. The collaboration signals a significant investment in AI-driven automotive technology within China. This venture positions AIVA as a key player in the emerging AI vehicle industry.