SaralnamaQualcomm and BMW launched an automated driving system on in the US and Germany. The Snapdragon Ride Pilot system will debut in BMW's electric iX3. It offers hands-free highway driving, automatic lane changes, and parking assistance. The system works in over 60 countries now, with plans to cover 100+ by 2026. Drivers must still supervise the vehicle. Qualcomm aims to grow its automotive chip revenue to ₹66,400 crore by 2029. The market is competitive, with Nvidia and Mobileye also developing similar technologies. Tesla and GM already offer driver-assistance systems in their cars. (Updated 6 Sep 2025, 11:11 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Qualcomm and BMW launched an automated driving system on in the US and Germany
- The Snapdragon Ride Pilot system will debut in BMW's electric iX3
- It offers hands-free highway driving, automatic lane changes, and parking assistance