- Ampere opened a software R&D centre in France, focusing on Software Defined Vehicles with AI and connectivity features.
- The 4,600-square-meter facility hosts 200 engineers advancing EV technology, supporting green jobs and software innovation.
- Collaborating with tech leaders, Ampere aims to deliver Europe’s first Software Defined Vehicle by 2026, transforming EV software.
Ampere opens state-of-the-art software centre in Sophia Antipolis, France
Ampere, a leader in intelligent electric vehicles, has inaugurated its new software research and development centre in Sophia Antipolis, near Nice, France. The company focuses on Software Defined Vehicles (SDVs), which will be at the heart of the centre’s operations.
An SDV is a vehicle where software manages most functions, from performance and safety features to entertainment systems. SDVs use centralised computing and can receive updates wirelessly, enabling new features and improvements without hardware changes. This makes them highly adaptable, connected, and future-ready. They will have the ability to integrate AI, advanced driving aids, and cloud services. In short, it’s seen by most as the next leap forward in our driving habits.
The facility spans over 4,600 square meters. It includes 800 square meters of research labs and 2,200 square meters of office space. It accommodates up to 340 residents and will be home to nearly 200 engineers. These engineers will specialise in key areas like AI, connectivity, cybersecurity, and software integration. So it’s a boost for EVs, software technology, and the green job market. Win, win, win.
Ampere works closely with major tech partners like Google and Qualcomm. It also collaborates with startups, research institutes, and universities. The company has prioritised software, which is expected to make up 40% of a car’s cost by 2030.
