GM and Nvidia Team Up to Power Next-Gen Vehicles with AI

General Motors is currently developing a next-generation software platform to support its upcoming lineup of vehicles. According to the company, progress on the system is “well underway.” The platform will be used across a range of models, from compact options like the Chevrolet Equinox to larger electric trucks such as the GMC Sierra EV. GM says the new system will enhance vehicle safety, offer more personalized experiences, and enable Level 3 autonomous driving capabilities.

At present, GM vehicles can be equipped with Super Cruise, a Level 2 driver-assistance system that still requires the driver’s attention on the road. With Level 3 autonomy, however, GM says drivers may be able to take their eyes off the road in certain approved situations. Achieving this level of automation will demand a complex electronic framework and high-performance computing power. To support this, GM is using Nvidia‘s Drive AGX chips, which are capable of processing up to 1,000 trillion operations per second.

While GM hasn’t set a specific release date for the new platform, it assures that it is in development. Other automakers such as Honda and Mercedes-Benz are also working on Level 3 systems, though current U.S. regulations limit their use on public roads.

GM’s collaboration with Nvidia goes beyond vehicle systems—it also extends into manufacturing. The companies are using AI-driven models to improve efficiency in GM’s factories. Through platforms like Nvidia Omniverse, GM can simulate digital versions of its assembly lines, allowing for virtual testing and robot training. These systems will help automate tasks such as precision welding, and the robots performing them will also run on Nvidia hardware.

This push toward automation could reshape the factory workforce, potentially reducing some roles while creating others that focus more on craftsmanship and technical skills. GM CEO Mary Barra says the goal is to “build smarter vehicles while empowering our workforce.”

Meanwhile, Nvidia continues expanding its role in the automotive space. The company unveiled a new end-to-end platform called Halos, designed to speed up the development of autonomous driving technology. Although the automotive sector currently makes up a small portion of Nvidia’s business—just $5 billion of its $130 billion in 2024 revenue—the company sees massive long-term potential. Nvidia’s automotive VP, Ali Kani, believes the market could grow into a trillion-dollar industry. One notable example of its expansion: Volvo’s 2025 ES90 will be powered by Nvidia’s Drive AGX Orin chip.

GM and Nvidia Team Up to Power Next-Gen Vehicles with AI

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