Aeva's 4D LiDAR Selected as Reference Sensor for NVIDIA DRIVE Hyperion Platform, Paving Way for Level 3+ Autonomous Vehicles by 2028
At CES 2026 in Las Vegas, Aeva® (Nasdaq: AEVA), a pioneer in next-generation sensing and perception systems, announced that its Frequency Modulated Continuous Wave (FMCW) 4D LiDAR technology has been selected as the reference LiDAR sensor for NVIDIA’s DRIVE Hyperion autonomous vehicle platform. This integration marks a major advancement for Aeva, solidifying its role as a key supplier of LiDAR sensing solutions to global passenger and commercial vehicle original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) adopting NVIDIA’s autonomous driving architecture. NVIDIA DRIVE Hyperion is an open, modular development platform designed to help leading OEMs and mobility providers safely and efficiently bring Level 3 and Level 4 automated driving capabilities to market. The platform integrates a comprehensive sensor suite—including one LiDAR, multiple radars, cameras, ultrasonic sensors, and external microphones—alongside NVIDIA Drive AGX Thor computing hardware and the NVIDIA DriveOS operating system. Soroush Salehian, Co-Founder and CEO of Aeva, emphasized the significance of the partnership, stating that as more OEMs adopt NVIDIA’s DRIVE platform for their software-defined vehicles, advanced sensing technology has become essential for achieving higher levels of automation. He expressed pride that Aeva’s 4D LiDAR was chosen as the standard sensor for Hyperion, reflecting the strength and scalability of its technology and reinforcing its growing leadership in both passenger and commercial vehicle markets. Aeva’s FMCW 4D LiDAR delivers precise 3D spatial detection combined with per-point instantaneous velocity measurement—offering enhanced object detection accuracy, more stable tracking, and superior long-range performance in all lighting conditions, day or night. Built on a silicon-photonics LiDAR-on-Chip architecture, the sensors are engineered for automotive-grade reliability, high-volume manufacturing, and seamless integration with advanced perception software. Aeva and NVIDIA will collaborate closely to integrate Aeva’s technology into the Hyperion platform, supporting upcoming production vehicle programs expected to launch in 2028. At CES 2026, Aeva will showcase its full portfolio of FMCW perception solutions at booth #6919 in the West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center. These solutions enable advanced automation across automotive, robotics, industrial automation, and smart infrastructure applications. Aeva’s technology will also be featured in partner exhibits, including LG Innotek at booth #3800 and AGC at booth #6653. Aeva’s mission is to advance perception technology across industries—from autonomous vehicles and manufacturing to robotics and smart cities. Its innovative platform combines LiDAR-on-chip, system-on-chip processing, and proprietary perception algorithms on a single silicon platform, enabling devices to detect both position and velocity simultaneously. This capability allows for faster, safer, and more intelligent decision-making in complex environments. For more information, visit aeva.com/ces. Aeva, the Aeva logo, Aeva 4D LiDAR, Aeva Atlas, Aeries, Aeva Eve, Aeva Ultra Resolution, Aeva CoreVision, and Aeva X1 are trademarks or registered trademarks of Aeva, Inc. All rights reserved. Third-party trademarks belong to their respective owners. This press release contains forward-looking statements regarding product features, performance, production timelines, and market adoption. These statements are based on current expectations and assumptions and are subject to risks and uncertainties, including Aeva’s early-stage status, limited operating history, dependence on OEM adoption, potential technical issues, market acceptance of LiDAR and autonomous driving, and broader economic conditions. Actual results may differ materially. Aeva does not assume any obligation to update these statements.
