GM taps Nvidia to boost its embattled self-driving projects

Nvidia has announced a partnership with General Motors (GM) to develop next-generation cars, robots and factories, building on the carmaker’s existing use of Nvidia’s graphics processing units (GPUs) to train its artificial intelligence (AI) software.
GM will use Nvidia’s Omniverse 3D graphics platform to run simulations of virtual assembly lines to increase efficiency.
The carmaker will also use Nvidia’s AI to develop advanced driver assistance systems and autonomous vehicles, while also making use of the chipmaker’s AI training software to improve the performance of its assembly line robots.
The deal expands Nvidia’s presence in the automotive industry, with the company recently partnering with companies including Jaguar-Land Rover, Volvo, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota and several Chinese electric vehicle (EV) startups.
Nvidia’s automotive business is only expected to generate $5 bnin re v e n u e t hi sye a r, b u tt h eco m p an y b e l i e v es t h e a u t o m o t i v esec t orre p rese n t s a$ 1tn opportunity.

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