Porsche cooperates with Mobileye to promote SuperVision assisted driving system
Presently, whether it is a novel energy source or a new vehicle fueled by traditional combustion, most are equipped with an L2 or so-called L2.5 level advanced driver-assistance system (ADAS). These systems offer adaptive cruise control, vehicle-following, and lane-keeping capabilities, facilitating a more effortless driving experience. It is entirely reasonable for such systems, known as ADAS, to appear in family cars; however, Porsche, a company synonymous with the pursuit of driving control, recently announced a partnership with Mobileye to create a system called SuperVision for use in their future vehicles.
Though Porsche is renowned for its 911 and 718 series sports cars, their primary sales come from models such as the Cayenne and Panamera, which emphasize everyday family use. In recent years, Porsche has gradually transitioned its family car lineup towards electrification, launching the all-electric Taycan and confirming the next-generation Macan as a fully electric vehicle. By 2030, their most crucial model, the Cayenne, will also debut a purely electric version based on the Volkswagen PPE platform.
In the era of new energy vehicles led by electric cars, advanced driver-assistance systems, and even higher-tier semi-autonomous and fully autonomous driving systems, are regarded as one of the most crucial selling points for automakers. Consequently, Porsche must provide a reasonable experience for their primary clientele in this regard. Reportedly, SuperVision is a hybrid ADAS system composed of 11 cameras and front and rear radars, differing from Tesla’s purely visual approach and aligning with the industry’s prevailing methodology. Additionally, an in-car driver monitoring system is integrated, with all data processed through Mobileye’s latest EyeQ 6 chipset, offering automatic parking, adaptive cruise control, and various emergency evasion features.
As a subsidiary of the Volkswagen Group, Porsche has always shared and utilized the group’s resources. However, Volkswagen’s development of autonomous driving systems has not proceeded smoothly; they withdrew investment from Argo AI last year, opting to collaborate with Bosch, Qualcomm, and Horizon Robotics instead. This likely necessitates a considerable period before a reliable solution emerges, compelling Porsche to seek external assistance from Mobileye at this stage. Aside from Porsche, Volkswagen’s commercial vehicles have also chosen to partner with Mobileye, equipping the ID.Buzz slated for release in 2024 with a similar driver-assistance system.
