Karma Automotive, California’s first and only ultra-luxury EV automaker, announced a collaboration with Intel, integrating Intel Automotive solutions across its entire vehicle platform.
Karma manufactures extended-range electric vehicles (E-REV) and a new range of fully electric vehicles (EVs) and is embracing Intel’s “whole vehicle” approach, leveraging the power of centralized computing, intelligent energy management, and workload distribution.
Why it matters
The automotive industry is at a pivotal moment. The transition from legacy vehicle architecture to all-electric and software-defined is critical but entails challenges related to profitability, energy efficiency, and scalability.
Karma, free from the constraints of legacy systems, is seizing this opportunity and partnering with Intel to redefine the shift toward a true software-defined architecture.
In addition to realizing the full potential of a software-defined vehicle architecture (SDVA) across the Karma portfolio (beginning with the Karma Kaveya super coupe in 2026), it plans to release open standards for SDVA for the betterment of the industry at large. The company will also offer a business-to-business SDVA solution to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and Tier 1 suppliers.
“This isn’t just about realizing Karma’s full potential,” said Marques McCammon, president of Karma Automotive. “It’s about creating a blueprint for the entire industry. We’re paving the way for a new era of automotive innovation and offering a roadmap for those ready to make the leap.”
Intel’s scalable portfolio makes this innovative approach applicable to any vehicle class. This partnership exemplifies a new industry step change, setting a standard for the future of automotive design and technology.
Karma is leveraging Intel’s technology in three transformative areas:
- Intelligent workload management: Intel’s AI-enabled system-on-chip (SoC) serves as the brain of the vehicle, dynamically managing resources and optimizing performance.
- Intelligent energy management: The Intel Power Management SoC maximizes efficiency for inverters, chargers and converters, maximizing battery life and performance.
- Workload consolidation: Intel’s software-defined Zonal Controllers streamline the electrical architecture, simplifying complexity and increasing overall efficiency.
This collaboration paves the way for a future where:
- Vehicles learn individual driving styles, optimizing power delivery for maximum efficiency.
- Cars intelligently respond to the driving environment, adjusting range estimates and issuing warnings based on real-time data such as temperature and terrain.
- Systems proactively adjust based on learned models and real-time needs, enhancing the overall functionality.
“Karma sees Intel’s comprehensive vehicle strategy as more than a path to improvement; it represents a paradigm shift. Karma’s commitment to crafting unforgettable experiences – where innovation meets artistry and performance blends with luxury – demonstrates how starting from a clean slate, combined with a visionary approach and the right technology partner, can redefine a software-defined vehicle.”
–Jack Weast, Intel Fellow, vice president and general manager of Intel Automotive
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