WeRide Autonomous Vehicle Technology benefits from enhanced safety and reliability due to software developed by QNX.
BlackBerry's QNX Software Powers WeRide's L2-plus-plus Autonomous Driving System
In a significant move for the autonomous vehicle industry, China-based WeRide has integrated QNX software, a division of Canadian tech company BlackBerry, into its advanced driver-assistance system (ADAS) known as "ADAS WePilot." This platform supports L2-plus-plus semi-autonomous driving capabilities, enabling hands-free driving in more complex scenarios such as lane changes, merging, and traffic jams.
The integration of QNX's software provides a reliable, safe, and secure foundation for WeRide's ADAS. QNX's safety operating system software, dubbed "OS for Safety," is instrumental in delivering quieter cabins, faster infotainment, and more intuitive, responsive assistance features. Furthermore, the system is compatible with map-free technology solutions, aided by multi-modality sensors and a full-stack deep learning algorithm.
WeRide's collaboration with QNX is "crucial to this mission," as it aims to realize a world where autonomous vehicles are a cornerstone of smart cities. This partnership is a deliberate developmental step toward full Level 3 autonomy where the system assumes full driving responsibility in set conditions.
The QNX-integrated WeRide system is already deployed commercially and demonstrated in multiple markets. WeRide continues to advance its autonomous vehicle operations with this software foundation, as reflected in their recent deployments like the fully driverless Robobus in Singapore and Level 4 autonomous shuttle services at events like Roland-Garros 2025.
This partnership raises the bar for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) aiming for semi-autonomous and autonomous driving, fostering strong competition especially as OEMs and mobility companies race to evolve from L2-plus-plus toward robust Level 3 and Level 4 Autonomous Vehicles (AV) systems.
In addition to WeRide, Leapmotor, a Chinese BEV manufacturer, has also selected QNX technology as the foundation of its intelligent digital cockpit and autonomous drive domain controllers in its new B10 electric SUV. QNX's software and systems deliver safety, reliability, and real-time responsiveness, enhancing vehicle performance and in-car experience.
BlackBerry highlights WeRide's launch of its next-generation ADAS platform for L2-plus-plus autonomous drive as a strategic highlight. Dong, the CEO of BlackBerry, stated that advanced ADAS software is becoming a critical competitive component for OEMs, with features like automated parking, highway pilot, and traffic jam assist becoming central to consumer evaluations of value, safety, and innovation.
QNX's first-quarter revenue expanded 8% year-on-year to $57.5 million (C$78.9 million) and projects $250 million to $270 million (C$343 million to C$374 million) in revenue for its fiscal year ending Feb. 28, 2026. The company's software is key to accurate object recognition, trajectory prediction, and adaptive control in semi-autonomous vehicles. QNX has a wide range of customers in the automotive industry, including BMW, Bosch, Continental, Dongfeng Motor, Geely, Honda, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, Volkswagen, Volvo, and more.
In summary, QNX's software integration into WeRide's ADAS WePilot is a significant step forward for the autonomous vehicle industry. This partnership underlines a strategic push to expand advanced driver assistance capabilities and autonomous operations globally. The L2-plus-plus designation is a key step toward delivering L3 capabilities, where a vehicle's ADAS assumes full responsibility for driving in defined scenarios. As the race for autonomous driving continues, we can expect to see more collaborations and advancements in this field.
The collaboration between WeRide and QNX signifies a critical development within the automotive industry, integrating the latter's software into its ADAS, which supports L2-plus-plus semi-autonomous driving. This partnership also emphasizes the integration of technology, finance, and transportation sectors, as QNX's software aims to deliver safer, quieter, and more responsive in-car experiences.
Furthermore, the QNX-integrated WeRide system's L2-plus-plus capabilities pave the way for stronger competition among Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), as they transition from semi-autonomous to full Level 3 and Level 4 Autonomous Vehicles (AV), fostering innovation and growth within the finance and technology industries.
