NEW YORK and SANTA CLARA, CA, Feb 3, 2025 – Gauzy Ltd. has announced that its partnership with edge AI semiconductor company, Ambarella, Inc. , has led to innovations in the AI-ification of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and their potential to enhance road safety and redefine urban mobility. Incorporating a CVflow AI system-on-chip (SoC) from Ambarella’s portfolio into the design of Gauzy’s AI-powered Smart-Vision camera monitor system (CMS) enhances road safety for drivers of commercial vehicles. The Gauzy solution, based on Ambarella’s CV2FS AI SoC, is already operational in Ford Trucks.
CMS replaces conventional side and rearview mirrors with high-resolution cameras fitted on the vehicle. Often called e-mirrors, these systems stream live video footage on interior screens. They provide a wider field of view, reduce blind spots, and enhance road safety and visibility.
AI-powered Smart-Vision CMS, based on Ambarella’s CVflow AI accelerator, features self-learning and predictive capabilities. These include adaptive maneuver lines that are displayed while a vehicle is in motion and during trailer calibration to provide drivers with better visibility of their surroundings, as well as the ability to analyze large amounts of data and imagery for reduced latency and real-time visibility. Moreover, Smart-Vision system is designed to spot potential road hazards early, helping to significantly lower the risk of accidents or fatalities. The system delivers rich visibility with quality images, across a wide variety of weather or lighting conditions. The Smart-Vision CMS’s monitoring feature helps prevent theft and vandalism, works with different truck models and configurations, and integrates easily into existing fleets.
“It’s highly rewarding for us to be working so closely with Ambarella, a global leader in edge AI vision processing, to advance the functionality and quality of Smart-Vision,” stated Eyal Peso, CEO of Gauzy. “World-renowned brands like Ambarella trust Gauzy to utilize their proprietary technology to their full potential, and partner with us because of the success our products can have on saving lives and reducing costs. We recognized early on the monumental impact AI will have in redefining mobility and are proud to have already developed what we believe is the most sophisticated AI-powered ADAS solution on the market. We believe that enhancing our Smart-Vision® system with Ambarella’s CVflow AI SoCs, which provide industry-leading AI performance per watt, provides OEMs with an innovative solution as part of their ongoing efforts to improve the safety of their fleets.”
The advanced smart-vision system is more popular with OEMs due to its cost, safety, and environmental advantages over traditional mirrors. As a result, OEMs are upgrading existing fleets with ADAS technology like Smart-Vision and integrating it into the designs of new models an escalating pace.That is a reason why the commercial-vehicle ADAS market is expected to reach more than $43 billion by 2030, according to Research and Markets. Replacing standard mirrors on trucks and buses with smart-vision improves safety by reducing errors, improved night vision, fewer blind spots, and enhancing obstacle and pedestrian detection. Additionally, the system offers better fuel efficiency, lower upkeep costs, and higher productivity.
Peso added, “Despite the tremendous advancements we have already made in ADAS, we are still at the beginning of the AI-ification of vision control. We will continue to innovate and improve the quality of our products, to retain our competitive edge and produce for our shareholders. We are energized by the strong demand for our Smart-Vision® CMS and believe that we are well-positioned to capitalize on the renewed emphasis on safety in urban and intercity transport.”
One key feature of Gauzy’s smart-vision system using Ambarella’s CVflow AI SoCs is its advanced image processing ability. This reduces latency and supports tasks like detecting vulnerable road users (VRUs), classifying objects, recording data, and streaming video. The architecture also lets Gauzy’s development team adjust settings to achieve better image quality with accurate color and contrast, essential for reducing driver fatigue.
“Our partnership with Gauzy demonstrates the power of what’s possible when two forward-thinking organizations with similar values work together to tackle industry challenges,” commented Fermi Wang, president and CEO of Ambarella. “We were motivated to help Gauzy and its OEM customers address the millions of road traffic fatalities that are estimated to occur each year, and we believe the Smart-Vision® CMS, with our CVflow AI SoCs, has the potential to drive this number lower. There is universal support for making our roadways safer, and we are pleased to help play a role in this effort through the application of our technology.”
The smart-vision CMS has passed homologations and certifications for safety, including United Nation (UN) R46, UN R10, UN R118 and UN R151, as well as cybersecurity Automotive Spice standards set by OEMs, including UN R155 and UN R156.
About Gauzy
Gauzy Ltd., established in 2009 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, is a leader in vision and light control solutions. The company specializes in developing, manufacturing, and marketing technologies such as suspended particle devices (SPD) and liquid crystal (LC) films for smart glass applications, as well as advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and camera monitoring systems (CMS). Gauzy serves various industries, including automotive, aeronautics, architecture, and safety technology. As of 2024, the company employs approximately 640 people. In the trailing twelve months ending June 30, 2024, Gauzy reported revenues of approximately $90 million. With a global presence, including production facilities in Israel, Germany, Canada, China, Singapore, France, United Arab Emirates and the United States, and sales and marketing centers in multiple countries, Gauzy continues to innovate in light and vision control technologies, transforming user experiences across various sectors.
About Ambarella
Ambarella, Inc., founded in 2004 and headquartered in Santa Clara, CA, is a fabless semiconductor design company specializing in low-power, high-definition (HD) and Ultra HD video compression, image processing, and computer vision processors. The company’s system-on-chips (SoCs) are utilized in various applications, including video security, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), electronic mirrors, drive recorders, driver and in-cabin monitoring, autonomous driving, and robotics. Ambarella serves industries such as automotive, security, consumer electronics, and industrial automation. As of 2024, the company employs approximately 915 individuals. In the fiscal year ending January 31, 2024, Ambarella reported revenues of $226.5 million.
