Recent #automotive technology news in the semiconductor industry

6 months ago

➀ Last month, Xpeng Motors crowdfunded a chip replacement for their P7 model, reaching the crowdfunding target in three days. Owners spent 4,999 yuan to upgrade from the Qualcomm 820A to the latest 8295.

➁ The cost of replacing a car's chip is high due to the need to replace the entire 'domain controller' and significant software development costs.

➂ The rapid development of software in the automotive industry is outpacing the chip performance, leading to frequent updates and the need for more powerful chips.

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8 months ago
➀ Momenta's 'two legs walking' strategy, focusing on both high-end and mid-range markets, and its recent impact on the industry; ➁ The competition between Momenta and DJI Zuyu in the mid-range autonomous driving market, with Momenta's adoption of the new Qualcomm 8620P chip; ➂ The challenges Momenta faces in the mid-range market, including limited experience and the competition with established players like DJI Zuyu; ➃ The evaluation of the new Qualcomm 8620P chip by industry experts, highlighting its potential and limitations.
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10 months ago
➀ The transition to smart brakes involves continuous engineering challenges, especially in ensuring safety and performance. ➁ Advanced braking technologies like fully decoupled brake-by-wire systems are increasingly adopted in electric vehicles, posing new calibration challenges. ➂ The ultimate solution for braking systems is expected to be the Electro-Mechanical Brake (EMB), which offers faster response times and potential cost savings, though it faces regulatory and technical hurdles before mass adoption.
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