Stellantis and Applied Intuition team up to accelerate AI-driven vehicle software

Stellantis and Applied Intuition have broadened their strategic partnership to speed up software development for future vehicles. The expanded deal now covers STLA Brain, Stellantis’ next-generation intelligent vehicle platform. Both companies aim to improve scalability and deployment across upcoming car programmes. The collaboration focuses on software development, simulation, validation, and deployment for core vehicle systems. Applied Intuition’s Vehicle OS technology will help shorten development cycles and bring new automotive features to market faster.

STLA Brain is designed to simplify system integration and streamline software validation. It also supports continuous updates throughout a vehicle’s lifecycle, enabling over-the-air improvements, advanced driver assistance, and evolving in-car experiences.

Ned Curic, Stellantis’ Chief Engineering and Technology Officer, stressed the need for speed, scalability, and high software quality in introducing new technology. Qasar Younis, CEO and co-founder of Applied Intuition, called the partnership a key move toward mass-producing AI-defined vehicles.

This agreement aligns with Stellantis’ wider strategy of boosting vehicle connectivity, performance, and digital experiences. The company continues to partner with leading software and AI firms to enhance its technological capabilities. The expanded partnership will accelerate software development for Stellantis’ future vehicles. STLA Brain’s integration with Applied Intuition’s technology is set to improve efficiency in validation, deployment, and continuous updates. The collaboration reinforces Stellantis’ push toward smarter, more connected cars.