HERE Joins SOAFEE to Integrate AI-Powered Mapping into Software-Defined Vehicles
Event summary
- HERE Technologies joined SOAFEE (Scalable Open Architecture for Embedded Edge) and its Technical Steering Committee on April 22, 2026.
- HERE will contribute expertise in AI-powered mapmaking and location intelligence to support open, cloud-native development frameworks for next-generation vehicle software.
- HERE’s location platform currently powers 238 million vehicles worldwide, including 63 million vehicles using HERE data for driver assistance and automated driving functions.
The big picture
HERE’s move to join SOAFEE underscores the growing importance of open, cloud-native frameworks in the automotive industry’s shift toward software-defined vehicles. As location intelligence becomes critical for functions ranging from assisted driving to digital cockpits, HERE’s expertise in AI-powered mapmaking could set a new standard for seamless integration across cloud and vehicle environments. The collaboration highlights the industry’s push for scalable, interoperable platforms that can support the next generation of automotive technology.
What we're watching
- Integration Pace
- How quickly HERE’s AI-powered mapping and location intelligence will be integrated into SOAFEE’s open architecture frameworks.
- Ecosystem Collaboration
- Whether SOAFEE’s open governance model will accelerate collaborative innovation across the software-defined vehicle ecosystem.
- Market Adoption
- The pace at which automakers and suppliers adopt SOAFEE’s standardized, open architecture for developing software-defined vehicles.
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