Sony Honda Mobility IncThe co-founded Afeela EV brand is expected to launch its first EV in 2025, and it is known that the three officially planned models will include a crossover, a sedan, and a lower-cost entry-level model.
According to foreign media, the production version of Afeela's first sedan will be the first to be unveiled in 2025; The second model will be an SUV, which is supposed to be a production version of the Sony Vision-S 02 SUV concept, which is expected to be unveiled in 2027. The third model will be a more cost-effective entry-level model, which is expected to be launched in 2028 or later.
Sony Vision-S 02 SUV concept.
All three models will be unveiled under the AFEELA brand and will use the same platform architecture to reduce costs. According to the available information, Afeela will be powered by the new Snapdragon Digital Chassis platform, which is capable of performing 800 trillion operations per second, far exceeding the 10 trillion to 50 trillion operations per second of mainstream public sales vehicles. The EV is expected to be equipped with at least 45 sensors, including eight camera lenses and one laser radar, all of which will be developed and provided by Qualcomm. In addition, Qualcomm's Snapdragon Ride system will also provide active driver assistance functions, its Snapdragon chip will be used for 5G networking and WiFi connectivity, and the screen and touch panel inside the cabin will be operated by Snapdragon chip.
Sony Honda Mobility Afeela Concept
In addition, Afeela will also introduce Sony's 360 Reality Audi O, which will allow you to enjoy movies, video games and listening in the cabin through 5G connectivity, and a panoramic glass sunroof on the roof to ensure that every passenger in the car can enjoy a great experience. Bill Pinnell, vice president of product management at Qualcomm, said that Qualcomm Technologies is transforming from a smartphone chipsetter**, noting that the Afeela EV will be one of the first products to integrate technology innovation into the automotive industry.
Sony Honda Mobility IncAfter its establishment, Honda was mainly responsible for the vehicle's drivability, manufacturing technology, after-sales service management, etc., while Sony was responsible for the development of entertainment, networking, and other mobility service functions. In addition, Sony is also working with brands such as Microsoft to create a conversational voice assistant using AI technology that can also be used for entertaining and gaming activities in the car.