Chongqing Yazaki Selects BlackBerry to Power Digital LCD Cluster for the Chinese Market

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BlackBerry has collaborated with Chongqing Yazaki Meter Co., Ltd to power a next-generation digital instrument cluster for vehicles from Geely Auto and Dongfeng Liuzhou Auto. The BlackBerry QNX Neutrino RTOS will enhance user experience with advanced safety and reliability features. This mass production includes 10.25 and 12.3 inch LCD clusters, improving driver interaction through cutting-edge Human-Machine Interface (HMI) technology. ISO 26262 ASIL D certification ensures compliance with automotive safety standards. This partnership positions BlackBerry in the growing automotive market, emphasizing safety, cybersecurity, and innovative automotive solutions.

Positive

• Collaboration with Chongqing Yazaki enhances BlackBerry's presence in the automotive sector.
• Mass production of digital instrument clusters for Geely Auto and Dongfeng Liuzhou Auto increases market opportunities.
• QNX Neutrino RTOS supports advanced safety and reliability standards in automotive applications.

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• None.

Platform to be deployed within next-generation vehicles from Geely Auto and Dongfeng Liuzhou Auto

WATERLOO, Ontario and SHANGHAI, Feb. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) today announced that Chongqing Yazaki Meter Co., Ltd. , a leading Chinese Tier 1 automotive supplier, has selected the BlackBerry QNX® Neutrino® Realtime Operating System (RTOS) to power its digital instrument cluster, which has now entered mass production.

Chongqing Yazaki Selects BlackBerry to Power Digital LCD Cluster for the Chinese Market

The next-generation digital instrument cluster is being installed in models from Geely Auto and Dongfeng Liuzhou Auto, providing a more intuitive, personalized, and interactive user experience for drivers while ensuring the safety, security and reliability of the vehicle's critical systems.

Leveraging BlackBerry QNX's high performance, reliable and secure technologies, Chongqing Yazaki has built multiple cutting edge LCD instrument clusters, including 10.25 and 12.3 inch LCD clusters as well as 10.25 and 12.3 inch double screen LCD clusters, which together will enhance the display of information by providing the most appropriate interface between the car and driver through innovative Human-Machine Interface (HMI) technology. This not only helps deliver intuitive and personalized interior design, but also ensures a safe, intelligent and seamless driving experience for drivers and passengers.

The QNX Neutrino RTOS provides the necessary technology to power the automotive industry's next generation vehicles, while also supporting 64-bit ARMv8 computing platforms and Intel x86-64 architecture. ISO 26262 ASIL D certification by TÜV Rheinland also guarantees that OEMs and Tier 1's can utilize the QNX Neutrino RTOS to accelerate product launches and develop connected cars with proven safety and reliable performance.

"As a market leader in safety-certified embedded automotive systems, BlackBerry QNX has a wide-ranging technology portfolio that provides advanced foundational software technologies to Tier 1 automotive suppliers and manufacturers worldwide," said Dhiraj Handa, Vice President, Asia-Pacific, BlackBerry IoT. "We are pleased to work with Chongqing Yazaki to develop a next generation digital instrument cluster and look forward to continuing to deliver trusted products and solutions to Chinese automakers."

"Chongqing Yazaki has built up considerable experience in the automotive instrument area, with leading self-developed capabilities. By collaborating with BlackBerry QNX, we look forward to leveraging its function, safety and cybersecurity advantages to create safe and secure automotive electronics that meet the needs of the growing automotive market," said Mr. Liu Degao, General Manager of Chongqing Yazaki Meter Co., Ltd. 

For more information on how BlackBerry QNX can help with building the safe and secure vehicles of tomorrow, please visit: BlackBerry.QNX.com.

About BlackBerry

BlackBerry (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) provides intelligent security software and services to enterprises and governments around the world. The company secures more than 500M endpoints including 215M cars on the road today. Based in Waterloo, Ontario, the company leverages AI and machine learning to deliver innovative solutions in the areas of cybersecurity, safety and data privacy solutions, and is a leader in the areas of endpoint security, endpoint management, encryption, and embedded systems. BlackBerry's vision is clear - to secure a connected future you can trust.

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About Chongqing Yazaki

Chongqing Yazaki Meter Co., Ltd., founded in 1995, is a joint venture established by Chongqing Li-Long Technology Industry (Group) Co., Ltd. and Japan Yazaki Corporation (the world's largest multinational company in the production of automotive wiring harnesses and instruments, one of the world's top 15 auto parts enterprises, and one of the FORTUNE 500 enterprises), Isuzu Auto, Qingling Motor and Yugao Group.

Chongqing Yazaki has a wide range of products, covering LCD Clusters, Double Screens Clusters, Cockpit Control Units, Head-up Displays(HUD), Electronic Rearview Mirrors, Electronic Control Modules and other automotive electronic products, mainly supplying for SAIC-GM, Toyota, Volvo, PSA, Qingling Motor, Geely Auto, Great Wall Motor, SAIC Motor, Dongfeng Liuzhou Auto, GAC Aion Auto, Hozon Auto, Livan Auto, ZEEKR Auto, SRM, SINO TRUCK, SAIC-Hongyan Auto and dozens of famous automotive OEMs.

Chongqing Yazaki adheres to the mission: aiming at the world's advanced level, providing customers with full life-cycle technology products and provide services efficiently.

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FAQ

What is the recent BlackBerry announcement regarding Chongqing Yazaki?

BlackBerry announced a collaboration with Chongqing Yazaki to power digital instrument clusters for Geely Auto and Dongfeng Liuzhou Auto, using QNX Neutrino RTOS.

When was the BlackBerry and Chongqing Yazaki partnership announced?

The partnership was announced on February 13, 2023.

What technology will BlackBerry provide to Chongqing Yazaki?

BlackBerry will provide the QNX Neutrino Realtime Operating System (RTOS) for digital instrument clusters.

What are the benefits of using BlackBerry QNX technology in vehicles?

BlackBerry QNX technology enhances safety, reliability, and user experience through advanced Human-Machine Interface (HMI) technology.

What types of LCD clusters are being produced for the new vehicles?

The production includes 10.25 and 12.3 inch LCD clusters, along with double screen configurations.