Chinese EV startup XPeng Inc. XPEV has selected RTI Connext Drive from Real-Time Innovations as the core communications technology for its next-generation E/E vehicle architecture.

Starting with the 2026 series models, Connext Drive will take over the complex data distribution in XPENG vehicles, thus advancing the company’s goal of developing smarter, more efficient and more future-proof vehicles with the most modern technologies.

Based on the DDS standard, Connext Drive is a real-time data management framework that ensures seamless communication between vehicle systems regardless of suppliers.

Its adaptable architecture supports complex systems such as ADAS and autonomous driving functions and integrates cutting-edge technologies into future models without the need to rewrite code.

Yu Peng, vice president of XPENG, said: “XPENG needed a communications framework that supports a unified architecture across all of our designs – one that meets the demanding data requirements of a wide range of XPENG models, from high-end to entry-level, can handle.” level vehicles.”

“RTI Connext Drive was characterized by flexible, highly reliable and production-tested middleware. Additionally, RTI’s impressive leadership in the DDS standards space and its decades of experience with complex systems will help XPENG accelerate design and reduce risk in the development of our future vehicles.”

Yesterday the company signed a letter of intent with Volkswagen AG The aim is to build a super-fast charging network in China with the aim of expanding the charging infrastructure for customers of both companies’ electric vehicles.

The over 20,000 charging stations that the two companies operate in 420 cities in China will now be accessible to both players in the future.

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Price action: XPEV shares were up 0.47% at $11.77 at last check on Monday.

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