"As per industry sources cited by TheElec, Samsung's System LSI division has completed development of a dedicated automotive-grade 5G modem for Tesla. The 5G modem is reportedly in its testing phase. Initial supply is expected to begin in the first half of this year, with the first deployments planned for Tesla's Robotaxi fleet in Texas. A wider rollout to consumer vehicles is expected to follow."
"Development of the modem began in early 2024 and it required a separate engineering process from Samsung's smartphone modems. Automotive modems must meet stricter durability standards, including resistance to extreme temperatures and vibration, along with reliability over a service life exceeding 10 years. Samsung will handle chip design internally, while a partner company would reportedly manage module integration. The deal represents the first time Samsung has supplied Tesla with a 5G vehicle modem."
Samsung's System LSI division completed development of an automotive-grade 5G modem for Tesla and has moved the modem into testing. Initial supply is expected in the first half of the year, with first deployments planned for Tesla's Robotaxi fleet in Texas and broader rollout to consumer vehicles thereafter. Development began in early 2024 and required a distinct engineering process from smartphone modems to meet automotive durability, temperature, vibration, and decade-plus service-life requirements. Samsung will handle chip design internally while a partner will manage module integration. The deal marks a shift from Qualcomm reliance and advances supplier diversification and next-generation vehicle communications.
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