Envision S officially launched in July, will be equipped with Buick eCloud intelligent cloud electronic architecture

DoNews July 2nd news (reporter, Sun Han) On July 2nd, SAIC-GM Buick brand announced that the new fashionable sports SUV Envision S, which will be launched this month, will become the first model equipped with Buick eCloud intelligent cloud electronic architecture. Thanks to fast and efficient communication and data processing capabilities, vehicle-level FOTA online update function, and comprehensive cyber security design, Buick eCloud intelligent cloud electronic architecture will give more technical connotations and great potential to intelligent interconnection and driving, providing a smarter, safer and more comfortable luxury SUV driving experience.

In order to meet the ever-escalating communication requirements of in-vehicle systems, the Buick eCloud intelligent cloud electronic architecture focuses on enhancing the speed of information transmission and processing capabilities. The processing data rate is 5 times higher than that of the previous generation architecture, reaching 4.5TB per hour. Through stronger communication capabilities and higher bandwidth, the Buick eCloud intelligent cloud electronic architecture allows cars to complete system and function updates in a FOTA manner like smartphones. During the full life cycle, the vehicle can be continuously updated for most software-controlled subsystems through official upgrade packages, including more than 30 electronic modules including powertrain, chassis system, body control system, in-vehicle communication and entertainment system.

Thanks to the powerful Buick eCloud intelligent cloud electronic architecture, the Envision S will support the FOTA parallel refresh function for the first time, that is, it can refresh multiple modules at the same time, greatly improving the update efficiency. The new car is also the first to be equipped with an APA3-level fully automatic intelligent parking system. Compared with the APA2 + level, the automatic control gear is increased, and the whole process of steering, braking, shifting and acceleration is automatically controlled, bringing a fully liberated hands and feet intelligent parking experience. In addition, the Envision S also supports remote opening of windows, sunroof and trunk, adding more convenience to the car life.

Not only that, the wireless Apple CarPlay phone mapping and wireless charging capabilities will allow "trendsetters" who choose the Buick Envision S to completely break free from the shackles of traditional connectivity. The Buick Envision S will also be equipped with a new generation of OnStar OurHours online assistant, covering more than 50 major services in 5 categories, including powerful vehicle remote control functions, and providing 100G of annual "OnStar 4G connected car app lifetime free data" service.

As the latest global strategic model of the Buick brand, Envision S leverages the technical advantages and upgrade potential brought by Buick’s eCloud intelligent cloud electronic architecture to create a new pattern of mid-sized SUV competition and bring consumers an unprecedented intelligent driving experience. The Buick eCloud intelligent cloud electronic architecture will also provide support for cutting-edge applications such as smart cockpit, V2X vehicle to everything, and intelligent driving, empowering SAIC-GM’s "second engine" strategy and becoming the technology driving force for the Buick brand to lead the future travel.