SemiDrive to supply cockpit chips in European EVs as Chinese firms go global
South China Morning Post - TechMonday, June 16, 2025 at 11:30:08 PM
Chinese chipmaker SemiDrive is making its first big move into Europe, supplying its advanced cockpit chips to an unnamed European automaker starting late next year. These chips will power several of the carmaker’s models—including sedans and SUVs—across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. It’s a significant step for SemiDrive as it pushes to expand its global footprint in the competitive automotive tech market.
Editor’s Note: This isn’t just another chip deal—it’s a sign of how Chinese tech firms are breaking into traditionally Western-dominated sectors like high-end automotive electronics. For Europe, it means more competition (and potentially better tech) in EV cockpits. For China, it’s proof that its semiconductor industry can play on the global stage, even as geopolitical tensions simmer. Watch for more deals like this as Chinese suppliers aim to become unavoidable in the EV supply chain.
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