Chipmaker giant Qualcomm Technologies entered a new multi-year collaboration with Google, focusing on advancing digital transformation in the automotive sector.
This partnership will combine Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Digital Chassis with Google’s Android Automotive Operating System (AAOS) and Google Cloud to create a standardized platform for in-car systems using generative artificial intelligence (AI).
“Our work with Google represents a significant step in creating advanced, AI-enabled automotive solutions. We are excited to help automakers offer safer and more connected experiences,” said Nakul Duggal, general manager at Qualcomm Technologies.
The collaboration aims to bring intuitive voice assistants, immersive map experiences, and real-time updates to vehicles through Qualcomm’s edge AI technology. The partnership will streamline the development process, enabling automakers to build AI-enhanced cockpit systems that meet drivers’ evolving needs.
The new platform will also feature a framework for connecting vehicles to the cloud. This will allow automakers to update vehicle software in real time and offer customizable services for drivers. The goal is to improve the productivity of automotive developers and reduce the time needed to bring new features to market. With this partnership, Qualcomm and Google aim to lead the automotive industry into a new era of AI-driven solutions.
“Generative AI (GenAI) and automated driving solutions are set to transform the automotive industry,” said Patrick Brady, VP of Engineering at Google. “Through our ongoing collaboration with Qualcomm, we aim to push forward innovation in software-defined vehicles and showcase the potential of co-innovation in shaping the future of transportation.”