Sony seems to be winning it all. The Japanese giant has gambled with everything from personal music to gaming consoles. Two years ago, it revealed the Vision-S concept and refuted any claims about going into production. Not anymore! Sony has leaped into the murky waters of EVs and is not turning back after unveiling the Vision-S 02 concept. Analysts feel this is a risky maneuver.
General Motors showcased its new computing architecture for its Ultra Cruise system. The architecture was developed in collaboration with Qualcomm, and it involves the first dedicated Snapdragon system-on-chips. The new technology is for "door-to-door hands-free driving."
VinFast has announced it has begun a reservation program for its first two EVs, the VF e35 and e36, which started at the 2022 CES. The Vietnamese brand wants to apply blockchain technologies in the reservation certification process, as well as in payments and even ownership. This would be a world first.
Volvo has announced its Ride Pilot autonomous driving feature, which will first come to customers in California with the company's next-generation pure electric vehicles. The Swedish marque will reveal its new flagship vehicle later this year.