GM brings advanced central computer to Silverado and Yukon utes
General Motors will roll out a new centralised computing system to mainstream vehicles. Every two years, it upgrades the chips.
General Motors confirmed its new centralised computing system will reach mainstream vehicles. These include the Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Yukon.
Both are sold in Australia. The system replaces dozens of control modules.
It uses one liquid-cooled central computer. It has about 40 times the capability of the older setup.
GM says this cuts wiring by about 30 per cent. It also delivers up to 50 per cent faster cellular connectivity.
The computer uses four times less power. This is important for electric vehicles.
The most unusual part is the two-year refresh cycle. Every two years, GM will upgrade the silicon.
It upgrades to the latest technology. This happens separately from any vehicle redesign.
Drivers won't be able to upgrade their own computers. GM is building in extra processing capacity instead.
- 40 times greater than current system
- Processing capability
- About 30 per cent
- Wiring reduction
- Up to 50 per cent faster
- Cellular connectivity
- Every two years
- Refresh cycle
Why it mattersThis shows how cars are becoming computers on wheels. Manufacturers are planning regular tech updates. These are similar to smartphone updates.
AustraliaFuture generations of Silverado and Yukon sold in Australia will carry faster, more efficient computing systems with regular hardware updates.
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