ECARX Powers Global Launch of the smart #5 Premium Mid-Size SUV
ECARX Holdings (Nasdaq: ECX) announced the global launch of the smart #5, a premium mid-size SUV featuring ECARX's Makalu® computing platform powered by AMD Ryzen™ Embedded V2000 Series processors. The vehicle debuted in Australia in August, incorporating Mercedes-Benz's 'Sensual Purity' design philosophy. The smart #5 features six interconnected screens and supports AI applications with Unreal Engine graphics. The vehicle introduces the 'Crystal Prism' design, evolving from smart's 'Low Poly' style, enhanced by 3D UI designs and visual effects.
ECARX Holdings (Nasdaq: ECX) ha annunciato il lancio globale del smart #5, un SUV di lusso di medie dimensioni dotato della piattaforma di calcolo Makalu® di ECARX, alimentata dai processori AMD Ryzen™ Embedded V2000 Series. Il veicolo ha debuttato in Australia ad agosto, incorporando la filosofia di design 'Sensual Purity' di Mercedes-Benz. Lo smart #5 presenta sei schermi interconnessi e supporta applicazioni AI con grafica Unreal Engine. Il veicolo introduce il design 'Crystal Prism', evolvendo dallo stile 'Low Poly' di smart, migliorato da design UI 3D ed effetti visivi.
ECARX Holdings (Nasdaq: ECX) anunció el lanzamiento global del smart #5, un SUV de lujo de tamaño mediano que cuenta con la plataforma de computación Makalu® de ECARX, impulsada por los procesadores AMD Ryzen™ Embedded V2000 Series. El vehículo hizo su debut en Australia en agosto, incorporando la filosofía de diseño 'Sensual Purity' de Mercedes-Benz. El smart #5 presenta seis pantallas interconectadas y soporta aplicaciones de IA con gráficos de Unreal Engine. El vehículo introduce el diseño 'Crystal Prism', evolucionando desde el estilo 'Low Poly' de smart, mejorado con diseños de UI 3D y efectos visuales.
ECARX Holdings (Nasdaq: ECX)는 AMD Ryzen™ Embedded V2000 시리즈 프로세서로 구동되는 ECARX의 Makalu® 컴퓨팅 플랫폼을 갖춘 프리미엄 중형 SUV smart #5의 전 세계 출시를 발표했습니다. 이 차량은 8월에 호주에서 처음 선보였으며, 메르세데스-벤츠의 'Sensual Purity' 디자인 철학을 통합하였습니다. smart #5는 서로 연결된 6개의 화면을 특징으로 하며, Unreal Engine 그래픽으로 AI 애플리케이션을 지원합니다. 이 차량은 스마트의 'Low Poly' 스타일에서 발전한 'Crystal Prism' 디자인을 소개하며, 3D UI 디자인과 시각 효과로 향상되었습니다.
ECARX Holdings (Nasdaq: ECX) a annoncé le lancement mondial du smart #5, un SUV premium de taille intermédiaire équipé de la plateforme de calcul Makalu® d'ECARX, alimentée par les processeurs AMD Ryzen™ Embedded V2000 Series. Le véhicule a fait ses débuts en Australie en août, intégrant la philosophie de design 'Sensual Purity' de Mercedes-Benz. Le smart #5 dispose de six écrans interconnectés et prend en charge des applications d'IA avec des graphismes Unreal Engine. Le véhicule introduit le design 'Crystal Prism', évoluant à partir du style 'Low Poly' de smart, amélioré par des conceptions d'interface utilisateur 3D et des effets visuels.
ECARX Holdings (Nasdaq: ECX) hat die weltweite Einführung des smart #5, eines Premium-Mittelklasse-SUV, bekannt gegeben, das mit der Makalu®-Rechenplattform von ECARX ausgestattet ist, die von den AMD Ryzen™ Embedded V2000 Series Prozessoren betrieben wird. Das Fahrzeug debütierte im August in Australien und integriert die Designphilosophie 'Sensual Purity' von Mercedes-Benz. Der smart #5 verfügt über sechs vernetzte Bildschirme und unterstützt KI-Anwendungen mit Unreal Engine-Grafiken. Das Fahrzeug führt das Design 'Crystal Prism' ein, das aus dem 'Low Poly'-Stil von smart hervorgeht und durch 3D-Benutzeroberflächendesigns und visuelle Effekte verbessert wird.
- Partnership with major tech company AMD for computing platform integration
- Successfully launched new premium SUV model globally
- Implementation of advanced AI and gaming engine technology in vehicle systems
- Integration of sophisticated multi-screen system (6 screens) in vehicle design
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Insights
The smart #5 launch showcases ECARX's strategic positioning in the premium automotive tech sector. The integration of the Makalu® computing platform with AMD's Ryzen™ V2000 processors represents a significant technological advancement, enabling high-performance features like six interconnected screens and Unreal Engine AAA graphics support. This hardware-software combination demonstrates ECARX's ability to deliver sophisticated computing solutions for luxury vehicles.
The partnership with smart and AMD strengthens ECARX's market position in the intelligent cockpit space. The implementation of AI applications and advanced 3D UI designs indicates ECARX's evolution from a component supplier to a comprehensive mobility tech provider. This could open doors to additional premium automotive partnerships and revenue streams in the growing intelligent vehicle market.
SHANGHAI, Oct. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ECARX Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: ECX) (“ECARX” or the “Company”), a global mobility technology company, in partnership with AMD, the high performance and adaptive computing leader, today celebrated the official launch of smart #5, smart’s first premium mid-size SUV which integrates ECARX’s Makalu® computing platform powered by AMD Ryzen™ Embedded V2000 Series processors. Dr. Lisa Su, Chairman and CEO of AMD, congratulated smart via video at the launch event.
The smart #5 made its global debut in Australia in August, showcasing its forward-thinking design embodying Mercedes-Benz’s “Sensual Purity” design philosophy. Leveraging the powerful AMD Ryzen™ Embedded V2000 Series processors and ECARX’s Makalu® computing platform and Cloudpeak® software platform, smart delivers a unique and intelligent in-car experience tailored to this design philosophy.
Thanks to its cutting-edge processing power, the smart #5 offers a distinctive and immersive intelligent cockpit with its six interconnected screens and a range of functions including projectors and smartphone integration. It is also one of the first models to support AI applications leveraging Unreal Engine’s industry-leading AAA graphics. The vehicle’s introduction of the “Crystal Prism” design reflects the evolution of the iconic smart “Low Poly” style, which is complemented with dynamic 3D UI designs and tactile visual effects, creating a sophisticated user experience that encapsulates the essence of Mercedes-Benz’s luxury.
Mr. Tong Xiangbei, Global CEO of smart, said: “We are delighted to collaborate with ECARX and AMD to create extraordinary mobility experiences. The all-new smart #5 marks smart's entry into a mature stage of development, signifying the start of a new era in intelligent cabins. We will explore more possibilities for future transportation, in co-creation with all leading collaborators to open your mind.”
Ziyu Shen, Chairman & CEO of ECARX, commented: “The launch of the smart #5 represents a significant milestone in the global technological collaboration between smart, AMD, and ECARX. The ECARX Makalu® computing platform and Cloudpeak® software platform uniquely combine the most innovative technologies from each party, laying the foundation for the next generation of intelligent cockpits. We will continue to drive the development of our unique ecosystem, making global automotive intelligence truly smarter.”
About ECARX
ECARX (Nasdaq: ECX) is a global automotive technology provider with capabilities to deliver turnkey solutions for next-generation smart vehicles, from the system on a chip (SoC), to central computing platforms, and software. As automakers develop new electric vehicle architectures from the ground up, ECARX is developing full-stack solutions to enhance the user experience, while reducing complexity and cost.
Founded in 2017 and listed on the Nasdaq in 2022, ECARX now has over 1,900 employees based in 12 major locations in China, UK, USA, Sweden, Germany and Malaysia. The co-founders are two automotive entrepreneurs, Chairman and CEO Ziyu Shen, and Eric Li (Li Shufu), who is also the founder and chairman of Zhejiang Geely Holding Group — with ownership interests in global brands including Lotus, Lynk & Co, Polestar, Smart, and Volvo Cars. ECARX also works with other well-known automakers, including FAW and Dongfeng Peugeot-Citroën. To date, ECARX products can be found in over 6.9 million vehicles worldwide.
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