Why Microsoft’s self-driving car strategy is quietly brilliant

Wednesday, 27 January 2021, 12:24:57
Self-driving car startup Cruise has received more than $2 billion in a new round of investment from Microsoft, General Motors, Honda, and institutional investors, according to a joint statement by Cruise, its owner GM, and Microsoft on Tuesday. The investment will bring the valuation of Cruise to $30 billion and make Microsoft an official partner. Per Tuesday’s announcement: “To unlock the potential of cloud computing for self-driving vehicles, Cruise will leverage Azure, Microsoft’s cloud and edge computing platform, to commercialize its unique autonomous vehicle solutions at scale. Microsoft, as Cruise’s preferred cloud provider, will also tap into Cruise’s deep industry expertise to enhance… This story continues at The Next Web Or just read more coverage about: Microsoft
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Qualcomm to supply General Motors with ‘cockpit’ chips

Wednesday, 27 January 2021, 07:46:01
The companies also said GM will start integrating Qualcomm's automated driver assistance system chips for features such as adaptive
— Fyidaily

Electric pickups coming fast and furious: Tesla, GM, Ford, Rivian promising EVs

Wednesday, 27 January 2021, 06:01:07
Tesla, General Motors, Ford and Rivian are among the automakers poised to release electric pickups. Will they be successful?
— USA Today

5 electric pickups to look out for in the EV truck wars

Wednesday, 27 January 2021, 06:01:05
Tesla, General Motors, Ford and Rivian are among the automakers betting a truckload on their electric pickups.
— USA Today

“Inside The Industry, We're All Pretty Panicked”: Global Semi Shortage Continues To Slam Auto Industry

Wednesday, 27 January 2021, 00:25:00
“Inside The Industry, We're All Pretty Panicked”: Global Semi Shortage Continues To Slam Auto Industry The global semiconductor shortage continues to put significant pressure on the auto industry, where manufacturers are rushing to try and find how they can fix (and in the future back up) their supply chains. Major players like VW, Toyota and GM are still suffering from a shortage of chips that are becoming more common in everyday vehicles. The drain on the supply chain has come from a corresponding rise in the sales of gaming consoles, TVs and computers – mostly as a result of the pandemic. The chips are now being used in everything from vehicle entertainment centers to anti-lock brakes. Carlos Tavares, chief executive of Stellantis, told the Financial Times : “I am here to protect the fact that my company is treated fairly. I will look for all possible solutions. If I need to I will fight back [to ensure its chip contracts are met].” The unexpected disruption is the first time the industry has truly thought long and hard about the supply chain it uses for semiconductors.
— Zero Hedge