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Karma Automotive has announced a strategic collaboration with Intel Automotive to co-develop Software-Defined Vehicle Architecture (SDVA). This partnership aims to revolutionize vehicle efficiency and cost-effectiveness, with the new SDVA to feature in Karma’s upcoming vehicles, including the Karma Kaveya super coupe, expected in 2026. The companies will share their advancements to benefit the broader automotive industry.
Key Highlights:
- Karma Automotive partners with Intel Automotive to co-develop Software-Defined Vehicle Architecture (SDVA).
- SDVA will feature in Karma’s future vehicles, starting with the Karma Kaveya super coupe in 2026.
- The collaboration aims to reduce costs and improve efficiency, supporting the transformation of the automotive industry.
- Karma Automotive to provide SDVA solutions for Tier 1 suppliers and OEMs, continuing its tradition with Karma Connect.
- Intel Automotive leverages its experience in handling industry transformations to prepare for the leap to SDVA.
Karma Automotive, California’s premier ultra-luxury automaker, has announced a significant collaboration with Intel Automotive to develop a Software-Defined Vehicle Architecture (SDVA). This new architecture will form the foundation of Karma’s upcoming vehicles, including the highly anticipated Karma Kaveya super coupe, which is expected to launch in 2026. Through their combined expertise, Karma and Intel will explore and validate key concepts that will support the transition to open standards for SDVA, benefiting the broader automotive industry.
According to Marques McCammon, President of Karma Automotive, the partnership with Intel Automotive will help “realize SDVA’s full potential to create innovative, intelligent, and beautiful Karma automobiles” that offer efficiency and an unparalleled ownership experience. Karma Automotive also aims to support other manufacturers through business-to-business SDVA solutions, similar to its existing Karma Connect platform.
Jack Weast, Vice President of Intel Automotive, highlighted Intel’s history of guiding industries through transformative changes. He stated, “Together, through this collaboration with Karma Automotive, we’re in a position to prepare the industry for the leap forward to SDVA without leaving anyone behind.”
The Karma Kaveya, boasting up to 1,000 horsepower, all-wheel drive, and a sub-three-second 0-60 time, will be the first vehicle developed with SDVA from the ground up. Following the Kaveya, all future Karma models, including the potential production version of the “GT-UV” Design Study, will utilize the SDVA co-developed with Intel Automotive.
Karma Automotive, known for its innovative approach and luxury electric vehicles, is committed to redefining automotive design and functionality. This collaboration with Intel Automotive marks a significant step forward in achieving that vision, bringing cutting-edge technology and efficiency to the next generation of automobiles.
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