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Stellantis (NYSE: STLA) claims it has created the world’s first virtual cockpit platform as part of its Stellantis Virtual Engineering Workbench (VEW). This will allow the delivery of infotainment tech to customers 100 times faster than previous processes, it’s said. The new platform uses the QNX® Hypervisor in the cloud from BlackBerry, which is now on early access release via AWS Marketplace within the QNX Accelerate portfolio of cloud-based tools.
“Software is becoming increasingly crucial in vehicles, leading us to innovate in how we develop and validate it,” said Yves Bonnefont, chief software officer at Stellantis. “With our virtual cockpit, we’re revolutionizing not just our approach, but also that of our suppliers and partners in the industry. Essentially, we’re able to get closer to our customer’s needs through this technology with faster development cycles, faster feedback loops, and quicker delivery of the technology they use and love. It’s a leap toward customer-first innovation and efficiency in the automotive world.” Continue reading
Supernal Shows S-A2 Electric Vertical Takeoff Aircraft
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Hyundai Motor Group’s Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) company Supernal – has debuted its S-A2 electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) concept. The pilot-plus-four-passenger vehicle (a hybrid helicopter and aircraft) is the latest step in Supernal’s attempt to commercialize what it hopes will be efficient and affordable everyday passenger air travel. Supernal – it’s claimed – will achieve commercial aviation safety levels and use “affordable manufacturing” of its vehicles as it prepares to enter the market in 2028. Stellantis, among other competitors, is pursuing the same goal. (AutoInformed: Paris Air Show – Stellantis and Archer to Debut eVTOL Aircraft)*
“From the beginning, Supernal has been on a mission to create the right product and the right market at the right time,” said Jaiwon Shin, president of Hyundai Motor Group and CEO of Supernal. “The unveiling of S-A2 demonstrates our unwavering commitment to deliver on that mission with a safe, efficient vehicle design that provides a clear path to market entry. By leveraging our talented 600-person team, the vast technical and business capabilities of Hyundai Motor Group and trusted aviation suppliers around the world, Supernal is ready to deliver a new era of flight.” Continue reading →