Automotive Engineering - August 2024 - 24

ARE TODAY'S SENSORS READY FOR
next-level automated
driving?
The new BMW 7 Series uses HD maps from HERE to power its
Level 2+ automated driving capabilities.
The new BMW 7 Series is the first vehicle in the world approved to use a
combination Level 2/Level 3 driving assistance systems.
All these systems will use Mobileye's EyeQ 6H chip,
integrating sensing, mapping, and driving policy. The
agreement includes customizable software to maintain
brand-specific experiences.
CEO Amnon Shashua called this an " historic milestone "
in automated driving, emphasizing the scalability
of Mobileye's technology. He highlighted
SuperVision's role as a bridge to eyes-off systems for
both consumer vehicles and mobility services.
Initial driverless deployments are targeted for 2026.
BMW
The Aeva CoreVision lidar-on-chip module (left) and the Aeva X1 system-onchip
processor.
Developed primarily in-house with support from partners, including
Scale AI, Applied Intuition, and Civil Maps (which Luminar acquired
in 2022), Sentinel leverages Luminar's lidar hardware and AIbased
software technologies.
CEO and founder Austin Russell said Luminar has been building
next-generation AI-based safety and autonomy software since 2017.
" The majority of major automakers don't currently have a software
solution for next-generation assisted and autonomous driving systems, "
he said. " Our launch couldn't be more timely with the new
NHTSA mandate for next-generation safety in all U.S.-production vehicles
by 2029, and as of today, we're the only solution we know of
that meets all of these requirements. "
Mobileye
Mobileye has secured design wins with a major Western automaker
for 17 vehicle models launching in 2026 and beyond. The deal covers
Mobileye's SuperVision, Chauffeur, and Drive platforms, offering varying
levels of autonomous capabilities from hands-off, eyes-on driving
to fully autonomous robotaxis.
24 August 2024
BMW's new 7 Series received the world's first approval
for a combination Level 2/Level 3 driving assistance
systems in the same vehicle. This milestone offers drivers
unique benefits from both systems.
The Level 2 BMW Highway Assistant enhances comfort
on long journeys, operating at speeds up to 81
mph (130 km/h) on motorways with separated carriageways.
It allows drivers to take their hands off the
steering wheel for extended periods while remaining
attentive. The system can also perform lane changes
autonomously or at the driver's confirmation.
The Level 3 BMW Personal Pilot L3 enables highly
automated driving at speeds up to 37 mph (60 km/h)
in specific conditions, such as motorway traffic jams.
Drivers can temporarily divert their attention from the
road, but they have to retake control when prompted.
This combination of systems offers a comprehensive
set of functionalities for a more comfortable and relaxing
driving experience on both long and short journeys.
The BMW Personal Pilot L3, which includes both
systems, is available exclusively in Germany for €6,000
(around $6,500). Current BMW owners can add the L2
Highway Assistant to their vehicle, if applicable, free of
charge starting August 24.
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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: BMW; BMW: AEVA
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