Stellantis and Wayve to showcase Level 2++ automated driving at Wave by Vento tech conference. By Zahra Awan October 2, 2026 2 Mins Read Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa and Wayve co-founder and CEO Alex Kendall will discuss the companies' developments in artificial intelligence and mobility, and technology that can be deployed at scale, at next month's Wave by Vento 2026 in Turin, Italy. At the event, the companies will also offer demonstration rides in Fiat 500e and Maserati Grecale development vehicles featuring STLA AutoDrive powered by Wayve. The vehicles integrate Wayve's AI Driver with the STLA AutoDrive platform to demonstrate hands-free, door-to-door supervised automated driving at Level 2++ in real-world conditions. These demonstrations follow the showcasing of a Jeep Grand Cherokee development vehicle at Stellantis's Investor Day in May; along with the Fiat 500e and Maserati Grecale, the he same core AI driving foundation will have been demonstrated across three distinct vehicles, platforms and configurations. The strategic partnership between the two companies, which was announced in May 2026, initially focuses on hands-free, door-to-door supervised automated driving in highway and urban environments. The first product launch is targeted for 2028 in North America. The collaboration combines Wayve's end-to-end AI driving technology with Stellantis's vehicle engineering and platforms, with the companies working to develop advanced driver-assistance systems for future vehicles.

Volkswagen announce autonomous driving partnership with Wayve. VW is set to collaborate with British AI start-up Wayve on autonomous driving in future. According to media reports, Wayve may have prevailed in an internal comparison - including against Nvidia. By Jasmin Apitzsch-Krause 01.10.2026 - 19:00 Volkswagen has reportedly selected Wayve as its new technology partner for autonomous driving. According to a report by Der Spiegel, citing three insiders, the British startup emerged victorious in an internal selection process against Nvidia and other providers. The report states that Volkswagen tested several systems against each other in a major southern German city a few weeks ago. Wayve reportedly impressed both technically and financially. Volkswagen, its IT subsidiary Cariad, and Wayve all declined to comment to media representatives. Time is of the essence for the Group. Driver assistance systems are increasingly becoming a competitive factor, particularly in the premium segment. VW subsidiary Audi, for example, is under pressure in the field of automated driving functions when compared directly with Mercedes and BMW. Tesla, too, relies on a highly data-driven software architecture with its FSD system. Like Tesla, Wayve pursues an end-to-end approach, where AI derives driving decisions as directly as possible from large volumes of sensor data, rather than relying primarily on pre-defined rules. During a test drive, an Audi A6 e-tron equipped with Wayve software reportedly recognised that an oncoming vehicle had waived its right of way with a flash of its headlights and subsequently manoeuvred independently into a parking space, according to Spiegel. Volkswagen integrates Wayve into its software strategy. The potential collaboration with Wayve follows the end of the Automated Driving Alliance between Cariad and Bosch. The alliance had developed an AI-based Level 2 system, which Volkswagen intends to continue using, including in the planned ID.EVERY1. However, for further development towards higher levels of automation, the Group sought a new partner. Wayve had already been considered a potential candidate in the summer. For Cariad, the selection of the British startup is initially positive. Wayve is expected to primarily provide the AI software, which Cariad would then integrate into its existing technical architecture, including sensors, computing hardware, and other software components. With Nvidia, the division of roles would apparently have been different. The US company is said to have offered Volkswagen a complete system, which could have made a significant portion of the approximately 1,200 employees in Cariad's autonomous driving division redundant. However, Nvidia is not necessarily out of the running. The chip manufacturer has a stake in Wayve and supplies computing hardware for the startup's autonomous driving projects. It remains unclear which hardware Volkswagen will ultimately use. The decision to partner with Wayve could also impact Volkswagen's robotaxi activities. The Group has long been searching for an external investor for MOIA but has so far apparently been unsuccessful. Recently, there have been considerations to involve a technology partner like Wayve or Nvidia not only at Cariad but also at MOIA. This could allow Volkswagen to more closely align its passenger car assistance systems and Level 4 robotaxi business technologically. In parallel, Cariad will continue to downsize. The software subsidiary is to improve its operating result by €400 million and reduce its investments by around €6.1 billion over the next five years. Cariad CEO Peter Bosch has also announced the elimination of around 1,000 of the current 4,000-plus jobs. The distribution of tasks within the Group also remains in flux. Volkswagen is developing the next generation of software-defined electric cars jointly with Rivian. Cariad is to focus more strongly on selected technology areas in the future, including infotainment and autonomous driving. It remains unclear how budget, personnel, and responsibilities will be distributed between Cariad and Audi in the future. According to the report, a final contract with Wayve has not yet been signed. Initially, Audi's procurement department is to negotiate the terms with the British startup. 0 comments. about "Volkswagen announce autonomous driving partnership with Wayve"

Stellantis and Wayve to demonstrate ai-powered, hands-free driving at Wave by Vento 2026. Turin - WEBWIRE - Thursday, October 1, 2026 * Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa and Wayve co-founder and CEO Alex Kendall will discuss how artificial intelligence can make mobility safer, simpler and more intuitive * Visitors can experience hands-free, door-to-door supervised automated driving (Level 2++) in Fiat 500e and Maserati Grecale development vehicles * The Wayve AI Driver integrated with STLA AutoDrive demonstrates how one AI driving foundation can scale across multiple Stellantis vehicles, platforms and configurations - from the Jeep(R) Grand Cherokee shown at Stellantis Investor Day to the Fiat 500e and Maserati Grecale Stellantis and Wayve will participate in Wave by Vento 2026 in Turin, Oct. 7-9, bringing together executives, technology and real-world demonstrations to show how artificial intelligence can make mobility safer, more intuitive and more relevant to everyday life. A centerpiece of Stellantis' participation will be "Technology Made for Humans," a conversation between Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa and Wayve co-founder and CEO Alex Kendall. They will explore the future of AI-powered mobility and how strategic partnerships can accelerate the development of technology designed for deployment at scale. Moderated by Adam Jonas, global embodied AI and robotics strategist at Morgan Stanley, the session will take place Oct. 9 at 11:20 a.m. on the Fucine Main Stage. Throughout the event, Stellantis and Wayve will offer demonstration rides in Fiat 500e and Maserati Grecale development vehicles featuring STLA AutoDrive powered by Wayve. By integrating the Wayve AI Driver with the STLA AutoDrive technology platform, the vehicles demonstrate hands-free, door-to-door supervised automated driving (Level 2++) in real-world conditions. Building on the Jeep(R) Grand Cherokee development vehicle showcased at Stellantis' Investor Day in May, the Fiat 500e and Maserati Grecale integrations extend the same core AI driving foundation across three distinct vehicles, platforms and configurations. The approach demonstrates the technology's potential to adapt across Stellantis platforms without developing the driving intelligence independently for each model, providing a flexible foundation for bringing advanced driver-assistance technologies to more brands, architectures and customer profiles over time. Stellantis' presence at Wave by Vento reflects the Company's commitment to technology that delivers tangible customer value. The goal is practical: reduce the mental effort of everyday driving and create a more natural, seamless and comfortable experience. By combining Wayve's end-to-end AI driving intelligence with Stellantis' automotive engineering expertise and scalable vehicle platforms, the collaboration aims to accelerate advanced driver assistance while keeping safety, trust and customer experience at the center. Announced in May 2026, the strategic partnership initially focuses on hands-free, door-to-door supervised automated driving in highway and urban environments. The first product launch is targeted for 2028 in North America. The development vehicles make Stellantis' technology strategy tangible: build advanced technology on a common foundation, scale it intelligently and apply it in ways that preserve each brand's character and purpose. Together, they demonstrate a simple principle: technology creates value when it makes mobility easier, more intuitive and more enjoyable for the people who use it. About Stellantis Stellantis (NYSE: STLA / Euronext Milan: STLAM / Euronext Paris: STLAP) is a leading global automaker, dedicated to giving its customers the freedom to choose the way they move, embracing the latest technologies and creating value for all its stakeholders. Its unique portfolio of iconic and innovative brands includes Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroën, Dodge, DS Automobiles, FIAT, Jeep(R), Lancia, Maserati, Opel, Peugeot, Ram, Vauxhall, Free2move and Leasys. For more information, visit www.stellantis.com. About Wayve Founded in 2017, Wayve is the leading developer of Embodied AI technology for automated driving. Its advanced AI software and foundation models for autonomy enable vehicles to perceive, understand, and navigate any environment, enhancing the usability and safety of autonomous driving systems. Wayve develops mapless and hardware-agnostic Embodied AI products for automakers and fleet owners, accelerating the path from assisted to automated driving. To learn more, please visit www.wayve.ai WebWireID361243 This news content was configured by WebWire editorial staff. Linking is permitted. Distribute your news. * Every day, hundreds of individuals and companies choose WebWire to distribute their news. * WebWire places your news within numerous highly trafficked news search engines generating leads and publicity. * Submit Your Release Now!