Google’s HD map technology will be used in the near future Volvo EX90 and pole star 3 to improve the performance of their advanced driver assistance technology.
Both electric SUVs will use Google’s precise lane-level and localization data, combined with their LiDAR, cameras, radar and ultrasonic sensors, to power features like Pilot Assist, a Level 2 autonomous driving feature.
Jorgen Behren, Vice President and General Manager of Geo Automotive at Google claims the technology is “critical to powering the next generation of autonomous and assisted driving systems”.
The Volvo EX90 and pole star 3 share their SPA2 platform, many safety features, and an infotainment operating system, which is also powered by Google.
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The Android Automotive operating system features Google Automotive Services, with Google Assistant, embedded Google Maps and a host of other apps from the tech giant, as well as wireless Apple CarPlay.
The infotainment system supports over-the-air software updates to continuously improve the technology in the two vehicles.
Volvo has also been confirmed to include safety features such as radar sensor under millimeter inside the vehicle, to warn you if you leave children or pets behind.
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At this stage, we should see Volvo’s new flagship SUV in Australia in the second half of 2024.
The introduction of the all-electric Volvo EX90 into the market brings it one step closer to the brand’s goal of being all-electric. to 2026 in Australia and by 2030 globally.
Polestar has exclusively sold electric vehicles and will launch its third SUV in Australia in 2024.
Both brands are under the umbrella of Chinese giant Geely.
In 2010, Geely Holding Group bought an 82% stake in Volvo Cars and in 2015, Volvo Cars sold 50.5% ownership of Polestar to the Chinese company.
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