LG and aiMotive Reveal Integrated Car Controller
- LG and aiMotive will introduce a next‑generation integrated IVI/ADAS controller at CES 2026, combining infotainment and driver‑assistance capabilities in a single platform.
- The new HPC‑Lite system is designed to simplify vehicle electronics while enabling advanced automated‑driving functions.
- Both companies expect the technology to play a key role in future software‑defined vehicles.
Unified Platform for Infotainment and Driver Assistance
AiMotive and LG plan to showcase the new HPC‑Lite platform in Las Vegas, presenting a system that merges in‑vehicle infotainment with advanced driver‑assistance features. The controller acts as a central computing unit that consolidates multiple functions into a single ECU. AiMotive’s aiDrive software is embedded in the device, enabling navigation‑assisted Level 2+ automated driving on highways and suitable secondary roads. The solution uses multi‑camera and multi‑radar setups and operates without relying on high‑definition maps.
The system can detect traffic lights, stop at designated lines and adjust speed according to highway limits. It also performs intelligent overtaking maneuvers and creates space for vehicles approaching from behind during lane changes or merging. These capabilities aim to support safer and more predictable driving behavior. The companies emphasize that the platform is designed to meet the needs of next‑generation vehicles.
Hardware Simplification and New Interface Features
HPC‑Lite integrates IVI and ADAS functions into one controller to reduce hardware complexity and component count. Its architecture enables efficient data processing and communication between domains, supporting responsive system behavior. This approach contributes to a streamlined vehicle design and improved resource management. The platform is intended to help manufacturers transition toward software‑defined vehicle architectures.
A key feature of the system is its advanced human‑machine interface optimized for modern vehicle displays. The unified digital cockpit includes both the instrument cluster and the center information display. LG’s ADAS Confident View provides intuitive 2D graphics of the surrounding environment to help drivers maintain focus on the road. The interface also offers easy access to ADAS alerts, following‑distance information and real‑time route suggestions.
CES Debut and Industry Outlook
The platform will be presented at CES 2026, where aiMotive and LG will demonstrate its ability to manage complex vehicle functions. Developers expect HPC‑Lite to become a foundational technology for software‑defined vehicles in the coming years. AiMotive’s Gábor Pongrácz highlighted the company’s expertise in AI‑driven automotive software and its commitment to delivering scalable solutions. LG’s Eun Seok‑hyun said the collaboration reflects the company’s focus on integrated IVI and ADAS technologies.
Both companies view the platform as a strategic step toward flexible and high‑performance automotive systems. The partnership aims to support automakers seeking to modernize their electronic architectures. As vehicles increasingly rely on centralized computing, solutions like HPC‑Lite may help accelerate the shift toward unified software platforms. The CES launch marks an important milestone in the evolution of automotive intelligence.
AiMotive, originally founded in Hungary, has become a significant contributor to global automated‑driving development and was acquired by Stellantis in 2022. Its aiDrive software has been used in multiple pilot projects across Europe and Asia, focusing on scalable Level 2+ and Level 3 systems. The growing trend toward domain‑fusion controllers reflects a broader industry movement to reduce electronic complexity in modern vehicles. Analysts expect integrated IVI‑ADAS platforms to become standard as automakers transition to centralized computing architectures.
