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<\/a><\/a>\nDefining the standard<\/p>
\nThe automotive industry is shifting away from hardware-locked legacy systems towards a modern, cloud-native architecture. As Nissan builds its SW PF, it requires an operating system that can support the technology upgrades of a vehicle for its entire lifespan. Given the multi-decade lifecycle of automotive platforms, Nissan identified Red Hat as a partner capable of sustaining an automotive software foundation over an extended period of time. As the industry expert in building and maintaining mission-critical Linux platforms, Red Hat provides the deep technical depth required to power vehicles that will remain on the road for decades with a modern operating system.<\/p>
\nNissan is leveraging Red Hat\u2019s open source leadership to provide a scalable foundation for high-performance compute. By anchoring its platform on an open source foundation, Nissan gains immediate access to a global ecosystem of innovation. By decoupling application development from the underlying hardware, Nissan can update vehicle features with the agility of a smartphone while maintaining the rigorous safety and security standards required for the road. Building on the proven reliability and security posture of Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Red Hat In-Vehicle Operating System provides a foundation where AI is a core component of the vehicle's DNA. This moves Nissan beyond traditional silos toward an AI-native architecture, where AI-driven workflows can streamline validation cycles and surge developer productivity to exceed shifting customer expectations.<\/p>
\nThis initiative redefines the relationship between software leader and OEM through an integrated development model. By embedding Red Hat\u2019s engineering talent directly into Nissan\u2019s development pipeline, the two companies are co-creating a unified platform that removes the friction of traditional systems integration. This approach empowers Nissan to exert greater control over its software stack, providing the agility to pivot instantly and scale innovation across its global fleet.<\/p>
\nRed Hat Summit<\/b><\/p>
\nJoin the Red Hat Summit keynotes live on YouTube<\/a> to hear the latest from Red Hat executives, customers and partners:<\/p> \nSupporting quotes<\/b><\/p> \nFrancis Chow, vice president and general manager, In-Vehicle Operating System, Red Hat\n \nKazuma Sugimoto, general manager, SDV Software Platform Development Department, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.\n \nAdditional resources:<\/b><\/p> \nConnect with Red Hat<\/b><\/p> \nAbout Red Hat<\/b><\/p> \nRed Hat<\/a> is the open hybrid cloud technology leader, delivering a trusted, consistent and comprehensive foundation for transformative IT innovation and AI applications. Its portfolio of cloud, developer, AI, Linux, automation and application platform technologies enables any application, anywhere\u2014from the datacenter to the edge. As the world's leading provider of enterprise open source software solutions, Red Hat invests in open ecosystems and communities to solve tomorrow's IT challenges. Collaborating with partners and customers, Red Hat helps them build, connect, automate, secure and manage their IT environments, supported by consulting services and award-winning<\/a> training and certification offerings.<\/p> \nForward-Looking Statements<\/b><\/p> \nExcept for the historical information and discussions contained herein, statements contained in this press release may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are based on the company\u2019s current assumptions regarding future business and financial performance. These statements involve a number of risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially. Any forward-looking statement in this press release speaks only as of the date on which it is made. Except as required by law, the company assumes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements.<\/p> \nRed Hat, Red Hat Enterprise Linux and the Red Hat logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Red Hat, LLC. or its subsidiaries in the U.S. and other countries. Linux\u00ae is the registered trademark of Linus Torvalds in the U.S. and other countries.<\/i><\/p>\n
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