Mercedes-Benz to Equip Korean Market Vehicles with Nvidia Autonomous Driving Starting Next Year

CTO: "Level 2++ Autonomous Driving Expected"

"We Will Expand Partnerships With Korean Battery Companies"

Most Models to Be Electrified by 2030

As early as next year, Mercedes-Benz vehicles equipped with Nvidia's autonomous driving artificial intelligence (AI) model Alphamayo will be launched in Korea.

From the left, Ola Kallenius, Chairman of the Board and CEO of Mercedes-Benz Group AG, Jörg Burzer, Board Member and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Mercedes-Benz Group AG, Head of Development & Purchasing, Mercedes-Benz Korea

Jörg Burzer, Board Member and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Mercedes-Benz Group AG, said at a media roundtable held at Andaz Seoul Gangnam on April 20, "I think it will be possible to experience Nvidia's technology in Korea as early as next year," adding, "There may be differences depending on how the Korean regulatory authorities grant approval."

He added, "We expect to offer Korean customers the end-to-end (E2E) Nvidia Alphamayo system, which features Level 2++ navigation." The Level 2++ stage refers to a level of autonomous driving that is capable not only on highways but also in urban environments.

Ola Kallenius, Chairman of the Board and CEO of Mercedes-Benz Group AG, was asked about the company’s electric vehicle strategy and responded, "From 2025 to 2027, we will introduce around 40 models worldwide, and many of them will be electrified models," adding, "By 2030, you will be able to see electrified versions for all significant models."

He continued, "We also have ambitious plans for electrification in the Korean market. However, among over 150 markets worldwide, there will be some differences in speed and direction. Whether it is plug-in hybrids or electric vehicles, we are strongly driving technological innovation across all powertrains."

While rapidly accelerating the electrification of its vehicles, Mercedes-Benz Group also plans to continue upgrading internal combustion engine vehicles for customers and markets that do not want electric vehicles.

Regarding the multi-year contract signed with Samsung SDI for the supply of next-generation electric vehicle batteries, CTO Jörg Burzer commented, "It is important to secure many partners and suppliers," adding, "We will continue to expand our partnerships with Korean companies going forward."

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