General Motors plans to expand its Level 3 autonomous driving technology beyond the 2028 Cadillac Escalade IQ. The company intends to integrate this system into its high-volume full-size SUVs, trucks, three-row crossovers, and fourth-generation electric vehicles.
The upcoming Level 3 system allows drivers to perform non-driving tasks while the vehicle operates autonomously on specific roads. Unlike the existing Level 2 Super Cruise system, which requires constant driver supervision, the new platform utilizes advanced Lidar sensors for enhanced perception.
A core component of this technology is a new centralized computing system. This liquid-cooled central compute unit is approximately 40 times more powerful than current automotive control units and manages autonomy, safety, and propulsion functions.
To prepare for the rollout, GM is conducting large-scale virtual testing. The company reports that its computing stack simulates 3 billion virtual miles daily, an effort equivalent to 2.5 million vehicles driving 1,200 miles every day.
