Volvo EX60: HuginCore – AI Driving 🤯🚗

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Volvo Unveils HuginCore: A Software-Defined Future
Volvo is set to launch the EX60 SUV, built on a revolutionary all-electric platform centered around the HuginCore software-defined vehicle architecture. This innovative platform incorporates cutting-edge technology, including cell-to-body battery packs, lightweight castings, and a powerful electronic architecture capable of processing over 250 trillion operations per second.

Lessons Learned: HuginCore’s Roots in EX90
The development of HuginCore stems directly from the challenges faced during the launch of the EX90. Key learnings from this experience have been integrated into HuginCore’s architecture, refining the platform and strengthening its capabilities. This iterative approach demonstrates Volvo’s commitment to continuous improvement.

HuginCore: A Raven’s All-Seeing Eye
Named after one of Odin’s ravens, HuginCore represents Volvo’s second-generation software-defined vehicle platform. Like Hugin, the system diligently collects data from all sensors and actuators within the vehicle, translating it into insightful information that anticipates future driving scenarios.

Tech Stack Flexibility: Qualcomm and Snapdragon 8255
Volvo is partnering with a new technology provider to incorporate Snapdragon 8255 SoCs, offering “a lot of inference compute… and it’s flexible inference compute.” This allows for the development of AI-based algorithm models applicable to self-driving capabilities and other automotive tasks, with adaptability as a key feature.

The Gemini AI Agent: “Iceberg” – A Conversational Assistant
Volvo is integrating Google’s Gemini AI assistant, which refers to the agent as an “iceberg,” possesses a remarkably comprehensive understanding of the vehicle, accessing all of Volvo’s manuals and resources alongside the broader internet. Users will be able to converse with the agent, asking questions like “How do I share my digital key?” – and the system will effortlessly provide the necessary information.

Beyond Basic Commands: Contextual Awareness and Productivity
The Gemini AI agent goes far beyond simple commands, offering contextual awareness and productivity features. The agent can remember locations, correlate them with appointments, and even summarize Reddit feedback from last week's discussion, creating a seamless and intelligent driving experience.

Testing and Observation: The EX60’s Initial Drive
During the initial drive, the agent provided a product briefing. We will observe whether the company follows through on that offer in a timely manner.

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