Horizon Robotics, a pioneering developer of energy-efficient computing solutions for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) in consumer vehicles, has made an exciting announcement regarding a strategic partnership with Aptiv and its subsidiary, Wind River. This partnership aims to revolutionize the ADAS and automated driving landscape, offering integrated hardware and software solutions tailored specifically for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) operating in China.
The cornerstone of this collaboration will be Horizon’s cutting-edge Journey series computing solutions, which will be seamlessly integrated with Wind River’s comprehensive software portfolio. Wind River’s suite of products includes the VxWorks real-time operating system, Wind River Helix Virtualization Platform, Wind River Linux, and Wind River Studio. This powerful combination is set to drive the development of the next generation of software-defined vehicles, ushering in a new era of automotive innovation.
Aptiv, a prominent player in the automotive technology sector, will be among the first to leverage these integrated solutions. Their forward-looking smart cameras and centralized multi-domain controllers, as part of Aptiv’s ADAS platform roadmap, will benefit from this partnership. These solutions are not only engineered to meet the unique demands of the Chinese automotive market but will also empower advanced features such as automated driving and parking.
Benjamin Lyon, the Chief Technology Officer of Aptiv, expressed his enthusiasm for this collaboration, stating, “We are excited to partner with Horizon Robotics. The synergy of Wind River’s software solutions with Horizon’s Journey series computing solutions will enable Aptiv to create a more sustainable and open platform aligned to Aptiv’s Smart Vehicle Architecture roadmap, which has been designed to meet the demanding applications of software-defined vehicles.” This alignment of their goals and expertise promises a bright future for automotive technology.
Dr. Yu Kai, the Founder, and CEO of Horizon Robotics, emphasized the remarkable transformation occurring in the Chinese automotive industry, marked by rapid advancements. He reaffirmed Horizon’s commitment to providing energy-efficient computing solutions tailored to the era of smart vehicles, stating, “The automotive industry in China is reshaping itself at an incredible pace and can continue to rely on Horizon’s energy-efficient computing solutions for the era of smart vehicles.” He further highlighted their dedication to fostering open collaboration within the industry and expressed honor in strategically cooperating with Aptiv and Wind River.
This partnership underscores the importance of collaboration in the automotive sector, where innovation often requires the synergy of hardware and software solutions. With Horizon’s efficient computing solutions and Wind River’s extensive software expertise, the aim is to offer Chinese automakers exceptional value. The goal is clear: to deliver hardware and software solutions that not only meet but exceed the stringent standards for safety, security, and convenience that consumers in China and beyond demand.
As the global automotive landscape continues its rapid transformation towards automation and smart vehicles, partnerships like this one become pivotal. By combining the strengths of Horizon Robotics, Aptiv, and Wind River, the industry can expect groundbreaking advancements in ADAS and automated driving technology. Chinese automakers, in particular, stand to benefit significantly from this collaboration, as it promises to equip them with the tools they need to stay at the forefront of innovation in the automotive world.
