Solution Study
Tuesday, March 18
03:30 PM - 04:00 PM
Live in Berlin
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The journey toward autonomous driving has been marked by fluctuating expectations, yet 2025 signals a resurgence of optimism – fueled by breakthroughs in AI and sensing technologies. As the industry navigates this evolving landscape, a clear vision centered on safety, free time, and asset utilization is essential to unlocking autonomy’s full potential. Realizing this vision requires a multi-faceted approach: high-resolution, multi-modal sensing (leveraging LiDAR, radar, and advanced perception technologies) and next-generation AI models (including GenAI and large-scale simulations) to extend ODDs and enable SDVs. However, autonomy is not a one-size-fits-all solution – regional priorities vary significantly, with the US and China emphasizing broad ODD coverage and customer experience, while Europe remains focused on safety. A globally adaptive strategy is key to ensuring market-specific success. By combining state-of-the-art technology with regionally tailored deployment strategies, the industry is closer than ever to making autonomous driving a safe, scalable, and globally viable reality.
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Clément Nouvel is LiDAR CTO at Valeo Group, the leading supplier in the field of Safety and Automated Driving and market leader in automotive grade LiDAR sensors. He is currently in charge of leading Valeo LiDAR product development, including a global team focused on functions ranging from Business Development and Engineering toTechnology Partnerships. Prior to this position, Clément was Active Safety Business Development Director for Valeo from 2016 to 2019. He also held several positions, beginning in 2003, at Renault-Nissan Alliance focused on innovation engineering and project management, based in France and Asia. Clément holds masters degrees from Ecole Polytechnique and Ecole Supérieure d’Electricité, and an MBA from INSEAD.