Lucid and NVIDIA announce a major collaboration to propel the automotive industry towards complete autonomy. The electric vehicle manufacturer intends to revolutionise the driving experience. The alliance aims to combine artificial intelligence and manufacturing excellence for its next vehicles.
Unprecedented autonomy for the vehicles of tomorrow
Lucid plans to launch one of the first Level 4 consumer autonomous vehicles incorporating NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Thor technology. This breakthrough will enable true « no look, no touch, no think » driving, ushering in a new era of motoring. The project is based on the DreamDrive Pro ADAS, introduced on the Lucid Air in 2021, which is already capable of hands-free driving and automatic lane changes.
As of today, Lucid is beginning the transition with the Lucid Gravity and its future midsize models in L2++ assisted driving, guaranteeing safety and comfort. The ultimate goal is to reach level 4, thanks to a multi-sensor system combining cameras, radar and lidar. Two NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Thor computers will unify all the automation functions and ensure smooth progress on the autonomy ladder.
Strategic partnership with NVIDIA
This collaboration is not limited to vehicles. NVIDIA is also contributing its industrial platform to optimise manufacturing and reduce costs. Lucid will be able to create intelligent factories, controlled by connected robots and digital twins to simulate and validate processes. Planning becomes faster, production lines more flexible and quality more rigorous.
For Jensen Huang, founder of NVIDIA, this alliance transforms every vehicle into a supercomputer on wheels, reinventing mobility with intelligence. For his part, Marc Winterhoff, interim CEO of Lucid, emphasises the desire to combine cutting-edge technology with engineering excellence. Together, they aim to deliver a luxurious and fully autonomous driving experience.
Towards AI-driven manufacturing
In addition to driving, Lucid uses NVIDIA’s industrial platform to optimise production. Digitalisation and artificial intelligence make it possible to simulate factories before they are built, to anticipate problems and plan effective solutions. The robots follow optimised trajectories, guaranteeing safety and speed, while reducing production costs.
This strategy paves the way for reconfigurable production lines, capable of adapting to different models and volumes. The use of digital twins also makes it possible to test complex scenarios without interrupting actual production. In this way, Lucid combines vehicle autonomy and factory intelligence to create an innovative end-to-end chain.
A transformed customer experience
For consumers, this evolution promises a future where luxury, performance and autonomy come together. Lucid vehicles will become evolving software platforms, capable of receiving continuous updates. This ensures that each car remains at the cutting edge of innovation, even after delivery.
By integrating NVIDIA DRIVE AV and its scalable architecture, Lucid ensures technological continuity, enabling the addition of new autonomous and safety features. Drivers will be able to enjoy a fluid, intelligent and safe experience, radically transforming the notion of personal driving.
Lucid and the future of electric mobility
Lucid has positioned itself as a major player in intelligent electric mobility. With factories in the United States and Saudi Arabia, the company combines performance, design and energy efficiency. The integration of AI into its vehicles and factories promises to redefine industry standards, while paving the way for mass adoption of autonomous driving.
Thanks to this strategic partnership, the car of the future is becoming a tangible reality, where artificial intelligence and technological innovation offer safe, high-performance, forward-looking vehicles.
