The auto industry is rapidly transforming into another branch of technology. Of course, adding 4G connectivity, bluetooth and electrification made it so the auto industry is no stranger to technology, but as autonomous driving, A.I.-powered infotainment systems and other adoptions take place, more and more technology companies are making the leap into the sector. They’re not obscure names, either. Alphabet ( GOOGL – Get Report ) ( GOOG – Get Report ) is considered the autonomous driving leader, while Nvidia ( NVDA – Get Report ) is making this futuristic concept more reality than fantasy for a number of companies. Intel ( INTC – Get Report ) is on the mix, while Apple ( AAPL – Get Report ) keeps filing patents for its “Project Titan,” although we’re unsure how (or if) it will ever enter the market. Meet Renovo, the Amazon Web Services of Autonomous Driving Nvidia Is Taking Over the Autonomous Driving Industry — Here’s How That’s on top of the countless automakers — General Motors ( GM – Get Report ) , Ford ( F – Get Report ) , Daimler ( DDAIF ) and others — that are already working in the space. But perhaps it’s time to add one more powerhouse to the mix: Amazon ( AMZN – Get Report ) . Amazon Web Services, the company’s cloud segment, is helping other companies build their automotive businesses and applications on its platform.
From the company’s site : “From global automakers and Tier I automotive suppliers to the latest mobility startup, Amazon Web Services (AWS) is helping automotive companies to build innovative connected products and services for every touchpoint of the customer journey. Our secure, agile and scalable platform can help accelerate your pace of innovation, improve your security posture and lower your IT cost […]