BYD Chooses Cerence to Power Conversational AI Across its Lineup of EVs

BYD, a leading OEM in global new energy vehicles, has announced it will deploy Cerence’s conversational AI in its lineup of electric vehicles (EVs) worldwide. By deploying Cerence Assistant, BYD will provide drivers and passengers with an in-car experience featuring voice-powered engagements while integrating their favorite applications directly into the connected cabin.

Initial models will include multi language capabilities, with additional languages to be rolled out in the near future.

Cerence Assistant offers OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers the ability to integrate real-time insights from critical sources to generate personalised and advanced engagements with drivers and passengers.

In a press statement, BYD explains: “As we continue to drive forward our strategic global expansion, it’s paramount to provide consumers an electric option that delivers the safest and most enjoyable in-car experience. By bringing Cerence into our architecture, we can differentiate our brand flexibly, securely and confidently while positioning the vehicle as a central piece of our customers’ connected lives. We are paving the way to the future through our inventive approach and partnership. This is crucial to advance our vision.”

"We understand what automakers are up against when it comes to creating unique in-car systems that build brand loyalty while still enabling access to the services and applications consumers want and need,” adds Stefan Ortmanns, Cerence's CEO. “We fill a market need with our hybrid-cloud AI assistant working with EV leaders like BYD to bring consumers the safest, most intuitive experiences on the road, while helping to deepen the OEM-customer relationship.”

More than 450 million cars have been shipped featuring Cerence technology.