Details

  • NVIDIA has launched its end-to-end DRIVE AV software platform, now in production as of June 2025, aiming to streamline autonomous vehicle development for automakers worldwide.
  • The platform leverages a trio of NVIDIA systems: DGX for AI training, Omniverse/Cosmos for simulation, and DRIVE AGX for in-car computing.
  • It employs unified AI models trained on real driver behavior, merging perception, prediction, and vehicle control into a single software pipeline, moving away from traditional modular systems.
  • The technology is supported by NVIDIA's Halos safety framework, meeting rigorous ASIL B/D certification standards and reflecting over a decade of collaboration with European auto partners.
  • NVIDIA’s approach has earned top recognition, winning the CVPR End-to-End Autonomous Driving Grand Challenge for the third consecutive year.

Impact

NVIDIA’s full-stack AV platform raises the bar for autonomous vehicle technology by blending certified safety, AI-driven efficiency, and real-world scalability. Its holistic approach could fast-track global AV deployments and give automakers a crucial edge in the shift to software-defined vehicles. Continued recognition and major international partnerships further cement NVIDIA’s industry leadership.