Stellantis and Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. are expanding their long-term technology collaboration to accelerate the development of next-generation software-defined vehicles across Stellantis’ global lineup.
The enhanced partnership will see future Stellantis vehicles powered by Qualcomm Technologies’ Snapdragon Digital Chassis system-on-chips (SoCs), bringing increased computing power, AI-driven capabilities, advanced connectivity and next-generation driver assistance technologies to millions of vehicles worldwide.
At the center of the collaboration is the integration of Snapdragon Digital Chassis solutions with STLA Brain, Stellantis’ advanced electronic and software architecture. The scalable platform is designed to improve cockpit experiences, boost connectivity performance and support advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) while enabling faster software updates and continuous feature improvements over time.
Stellantis said the technology foundation will help standardize vehicle platforms across its brands, improving cost efficiency while accelerating development cycles. The approach also supports the automaker’s broader transition toward centralized vehicle computing and software-defined architectures.
A key part of the expanded agreement includes the adoption of the Snapdragon Ride Pilot platform. The adaptable ADAS system can support a wide range of features, from active safety and regulatory compliance systems to Level 2+ hands-free driving capabilities and future automated driving functions.
The move signals Stellantis’ growing focus on AI-powered mobility and advanced automation as competition intensifies in the global EV market. By leveraging Qualcomm’s high-performance automotive chips and scalable software ecosystem, Stellantis aims to deliver smarter, safer and more intuitive driving experiences across its portfolio.
The companies are also exploring a deeper strategic relationship beyond vehicle technology. As part of the announcement, Stellantis and Qualcomm Technologies signed a non-binding letter of intent regarding the possible integration of Stellantis-owned automated driving and simulation company aiMotive into Qualcomm Technologies, subject to certain conditions.
Ned Curic, Chief Engineering and Technology Officer at Stellantis, said the collaboration will help the automaker deliver continuously evolving digital experiences to customers with greater speed and efficiency across all brands.
Qualcomm Technologies also highlighted the importance of scalable compute platforms as modern vehicles become increasingly centralized and software-driven. The company said expanding the deployment of Snapdragon Digital Chassis solutions across the full Stellantis portfolio represents a major milestone for both companies and the future of connected mobility.
As automakers continue shifting toward AI-powered software-defined vehicles, partnerships between automotive manufacturers and semiconductor companies are becoming increasingly critical. The expanded Stellantis-Qualcomm alliance underscores how high-performance computing, connectivity and advanced driver assistance technologies are now central to the next generation of electric and connected vehicles.
