Semiconductor company Qualcomm has announced that it will supply General Motors with a variety of chips to support the automaker’s next-generation vehicles and technologies.
Based out of San Diego, California, Qualcomm is well-known for its cellular data network connectivity chips and 5G development. The company has since moved into the automotive space, and previously supplied GM with the chips needed for connected car applications, safety features, and diagnostics. Now, Qualcomm has announced a continuation of that relationship as it moves to supply General Motors with the components needed to run the next generation of GM features and vehicles.
“Qualcomm Technologies and General Motors have a strong track record of delivering innovative solutions to our customers,” said GM Vice President Global Electrification, Controls, Software and Electronics, Dan Nicholson. “Bolstering our relationship is key to leading the industry through a time of unprecedented growth in vehicle and infrastructure technology.”
Qualcomm will supply General Motors with its third-generation “Snapdragon” Automotive Cockpit Platforms, which will provide a digitally rich in-vehicle experience, as well as AI-based virtual assistance. The system is also said to offer a foundation for future self-driving functionalities.
“GM is a leading technology pioneer in the automotive industry” said senior vice president and general manager, automotive, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., Nakul Duggal. “We are thrilled to be at the heart GM’s automotive fleet as the industry embarks on the next generation of mobility with highly advanced digital cockpit, telematics and ADAS. We look forward in continuing our work with GM to define the future of intelligent and connected vehicles.”
Earlier in the month, General Motors, alongside several other major automakers, expressed concern over an ongoing, industry-wide semi-conductor chip shortage, which may curtail production for certain vehicles. The shortage has already affected availability of certain options for the 2021 Chevy Tahoe, 2021 Chevy Suburban, and 2021 GMC Yukon.
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does this new supply HELP with the current production hold on GMC Yukon’s air suspension and Max Trailer package or is this for next year…..GM needs to get the current situation resolved somehow…..hear 3000 to 5000 units were pulled from production
The issue with the semiconductor shortage is industry wide and won’t be resolved until 2nd quarter of this year.
What we are reading here is future supply for GM’s next gen products like the Hummer.
I don’t like this because i don’t like Qualcomm they’re suppressing the competition and abusing the power they have through wireless patents they bought at one time. They don’t allow anyone to enter into wireless cell phone modem business by suing them for patent infringements, so they effectively created a monopoly and jacking the chip prices up ,they are one of the biggest reasons why smartphones prices are higher than laptops.
As long as the chip is twice as fast as what GM currently uses and handles upgradable software.
Hope GM will lead the American market with relevant products and technologies in sync with consumer demand.
Hope the new chip can be used in my 2020 Equinox Infotainment system that keeps blacking out if there is a recall. Of course the dealer cant find anything wrong. More than likely after the warranty they will find out what’s wrong and be able to fix it for a big charge.
I’ve heard issues with the infotainment systems like this can also be traced to bad 12V batteries not delivering good power to accessories.
I have been trying to order a loaded Tahoe, but can’t get availability of the Air Ride… I’m now trying to go through BWI the maker of the AR to buy it through them and put it on locally… GM is really lagging… get another chip maker, sell autos.
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