Nvidia will grow its presence throughout the automotive industry, confirming that four Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers will use its technology to power their automated driving systems.
While attending the ongoing CES Show in Las Vegas, the chip giant revealed that Li Auto, Great Wall Motor, Zeekr, and Xiaomi will use its DRIVE technology for their self-driving systems. It specifically stated that Li Auto will use its DRIVE Thor centralized car computer while Great Wall Motor, Zeekr, and Xiaomi have opted to use the DRIVE Orin platform.
These are far from the only brands present at CES using Nvidia’s leading automotive technologies. For example, the Mercedes-Benz Concept CLA Class that celebrated its U.S. debut at the event also uses the DRIVE Orin system for its automated driving functions. The German car manufacturer also uses the Nvidia Omniverse platform to operate a digital twin of its manufacturing and assembly facilities.
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In addition, the Polestar 3 that is currently on display at CES uses the DRIVE Orin central core computer while the latest-generation robotaxi from Zoox also uses similar componentry. Lenovo is also using Nvidia tech through its new XH1 central computer unit for advanced driver-assistance systems.
Of the new vehicles to use Nvidia’s technologies, the Xiaomi SU7 is one of the most intriguing. It was unveiled in late December as the smartphone manufacturer’s first EV and on paper, appears to be quite a compelling vehicle. It is slightly larger than the Tesla Model S and Porsche Taycan and underpinned by a platform offering 400-volt and 800-volt high-voltage electrical systems. The flagship model pumps out 664 hp through its two electric motors and can hit 62 mph (100 km/h) in 2.78 seconds and power through to 165 mph (265 km/h). Xiaomi recently showcased how its automated driving systems can park the car itself.
