Horizon Robotics Partners with Volkswagen for Next-Gen ADAS Chips in China

Horizon Robotics' VW deal signals the growing importance of China-specific chip solutions for autonomous driving, as geopolitical tensions push automakers toward local semiconductor supply chains.

Wednesday, February 18, 2026
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Horizon Robotics Press
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Chinese automotive AI chip company Horizon Robotics has expanded its partnership with Volkswagen Group to develop next-generation advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) chips for the Chinese market. The Journey 6 chip, built on a 5nm process, will power Level 2+ to Level 4 autonomous driving features in Volkswagen's China-specific models starting in 2027.

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1Expanded partnership with Volkswagen for China-specific ADAS chips
2Journey 6 chip on 5nm process for L2+ to L4 autonomous driving
3Production vehicles expected starting 2027
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Horizon Robotics' VW deal signals the growing importance of China-specific chip solutions for autonomous driving, as geopolitical tensions push automakers toward local semiconductor supply chains.

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PublisherHorizon Robotics Press
Publication DateFeb 18, 2026
Source TypeCompany Newsroom
Source ClassVerified Canonical
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First ReportedFeb 18, 2026
IndexedFeb 19, 2026
PublishedFeb 20, 2026

https://www.horizon.cc/en/news

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