Rivian Software Chief Bets on AI Voice Assistants over CarPlay
TL;DR. Rivian's software chief, Wassym Bensaid, discussed the company's AI-powered Rivian Assistant, aiming to replace traditional car interfaces. - Bensaid leads Rivian's joint venture with Volkswagen, developing core software for future EVs. - The Rivian Assistant is positioned as a central element of their agentic software platform. - Volkswagen's $6 billion investment supports this new electrical and operating system architecture.
- Rivian's AI-powered voice assistant is central to its future car software strategy.
- Wassym Bensaid, Rivian's chief software officer, oversees a joint venture with Volkswagen for EV software development.
- The Rivian Assistant is a key component for the upcoming Rivian R2 and existing R1 vehicles.
Sources
- Rivian’s software chief thinks you don’t need CarPlay or buttons — theverge.com
- 9to5mac.com — 9to5mac.com
- macrumors.com — macrumors.com