Science1 hOctober 22, 2026, 01:00

GM lays out its future: AI, eyes-off driving and one central computer

General Motors outlined its strategy: a centralized electrical architecture with a single computer, AI-accelerated vehicle development and an OnStar reboot as an AI assistant. The 2028 Cadillac Escalade IQ will be the first model with the new platform and eyes-off autonomous driving.

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GM lays out its future: AI, eyes-off driving and one central computer

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Fourth-gen EVs on LMR batteries are expected around 2030

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