Visteon and TomTom Unveil Groundbreaking In-Car Local AI Navigation System
Visteon Corporation (NASDAQ: VC), a leading name in automotive technology, has announced a strategic partnership with TomTom, an expert in mapping and location technology. Together, they are set to launch the world's first in-car local AI conversational navigation assistant, prioritizing user privacy and delivering a seamless experience.
Innovative Technology Integration
The collaboration introduces Visteon's cognitoAI™ platform, integrating TomTom's Automotive Navigation Application to create a unique, privacy-centric navigation experience. By harnessing Visteon's refined multimodal Vision Language Model (VLM), the solution enables local processing, ensuring speed, privacy, and reliability independent of cloud connectivity.
As Sivakumar Yeddanapudi, Global Vice President of Digital Cockpit and Connected Services at Visteon, noted, "Privacy shouldn't be a compromise in the age of AI. We've solved one of the automotive industry's biggest AI challenges." The combination of technologies allows for natural voice interactions, enhancing performance and flexibility while navigating.
Key Features of the Local AI Navigation System
- Hybrid Architecture: Visteon’s cognitoAI™ seamlessly alternates between offline and online modes, ensuring reliable functionality even without connectivity.
- Natural Language Processing: The system interprets conversational requests, enabling users to find nearby destinations or points of interest intuitively.
- Real-Time Data Integration: Navigation results are dynamically adjusted, considering traffic conditions and weather updates for optimized routes.
- Multilingual Support: Supports natural conversation in multiple languages, catering to global markets.
- Enhanced EV Navigation: Optimizes charging station recommendations for electric vehicles based on battery status and route.
Industry-Acclaimed Partnership
Manuela Locarno Ajayi, SVP for Product Engineering at TomTom, expressed confidence in the partnership, stating, "TomTom's Automotive Navigation Application was purpose-built to deliver an intuitive driver experience." This cooperation aims to set a new benchmark in the automotive industry for locally processed, privacy-first AI navigation.
The combined expertise of Visteon in automotive AI and TomTom’s extensive knowledge in location technology creates a formidable partnership that promises to redefine user experiences within vehicles.
About Visteon Corporation
Visteon (NASDAQ: VC) is at the forefront of advancing mobility through innovative technology solutions that empower a software-defined future. With a comprehensive portfolio ranging from digital cockpit innovations to AI-enhanced software, Visteon collaborates with global OEMs to create safer, cleaner, and more connected journeys. Headquartered in Van Buren Township, Michigan, Visteon operates in 17 countries, recording annual sales of approximately $3.87 billion and securing $6.1 billion in new business in 2024.
About TomTom
TomTom is a leader in mapping and location technology, providing essential data to drivers, carmakers, and developers. With its application-ready maps and routing solutions, TomTom continues to shape the future of mobility.
Contact Information
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