VinFast and Autobrains Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance Autonomous Driving Technology and Affordable Robo-Car Development
HANOI, VIETNAM & TEL AVIV, ISRAEL – January 27, 2026 — VinFast, the Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, and Autobrains, a leading AI innovator in the automotive industry, today announced a strategic partnership focused on the development of advanced autonomous driving technology and an innovative autonomous vehicle architecture designed to transform conventional cars into affordable self-driving "robo-cars."
Elevating Autonomous Driving with L2++ Technology
The collaboration centers on the research and enhancement of Level 2++ (L2++) autonomous driving capabilities for VinFast’s upcoming electric vehicle models. Currently, VinFast’s passenger EV lineup incorporates Level 2 driving assistance features, and the company is already conducting pilot tests of the upgraded L2++ system on the VF 8 and VF 9 models.
This partnership lays a robust foundation for VinFast to progressively introduce higher-level autonomous driving functions across its entire product range. The goal is to offer customers safer, smarter, and more intuitive mobility experiences globally, reinforcing VinFast’s commitment to innovation and safety.
Introducing the Robo-Car: Affordable and Scalable Autonomous Driving
A hallmark of the partnership is the development of the "Robo-Car" system — a novel AI-driven architecture that eliminates the reliance on expensive hardware such as LiDAR sensors, radar arrays, or high-definition (HD) maps. Instead, the Robo-Car utilizes seven standard cameras paired with a compact, high-performance computing chip capable of executing approximately 20 trillion operations per second. This design promises advanced autonomous capabilities at a fraction of the cost and complexity of traditional autonomous vehicle systems.
The Robo-Car operates on Autobrains’ proprietary Agentic AI architecture, which provides humanlike precision in real-time driving scenarios while minimizing computational demands. Combined with Autobrains’ Air-to-Road localization technology — a camera-based mapping system that fuses real-time visual data with satellite imagery — the platform removes dependency on costly HD maps, enabling a scalable and affordable Level 4 autonomous driving solution suitable for both emerging and mature markets.
VinFast and Autobrains have initiated Robo-Car testing in controlled zones within Hanoi, with plans to expand trials to larger urban areas and international regions in the near future.
Industry Leaders Share Vision and Commitment
Prof. Dr. Nguyen Van Duong, Global Deputy CEO of VinFast and Director of the ADAS/AD Research Institute, highlighted the significance of this partnership: "VinFast’s strategic partnership with Autobrains is helping shape a disruptive approach to affordable autonomous driving that fits our long-term vision for global mobility. We aim to move advanced driving technology from early adopters to everyday drivers. VinFast is committed to making autonomous mobility safe, affordable, and available to all."
Echoing this sentiment, Autobrains CEO Igal Raichelgauz stated, "The Robo-Car we’re developing with VinFast is performing autonomous driving in real traffic with confidence and precision. It marks meaningful progress toward a future where drivers everywhere can enjoy safety, comfort, and freedom through autonomy. It also reflects our shared mission of making advanced autonomous capability accessible to everyone."
VinFast’s Global Growth and Technological Advancement
As VinFast accelerates its worldwide expansion, the company is enhancing its production capacity, diversifying its product portfolio, and solidifying its presence in key markets including North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Collaborations like the one with Autobrains enable VinFast to integrate cutting-edge technologies and elevate the overall vehicle ownership experience, furthering its mission to deliver high-quality, intelligent, and accessible electric vehicles to customers around the world.
About VinFast
VinFast (NASDAQ: VFS), a subsidiary of Vingroup JSC, one of Vietnam’s largest conglomerates, is a dedicated electric vehicle manufacturer committed to making EVs accessible to everyone. The company produces a broad range of electric SUVs, e-scooters, and e-buses and is rapidly expanding its global distribution and manufacturing footprint. For more information, visit vinfastauto.com.
About Autobrains
Autobrains is a pioneering AI company specializing in automotive technology. It has developed the Agentic AI platform, protected by over 300 patents, offering advanced perception capabilities with low computational requirements and flexible hardware integration. Supported by strategic investors such as Temasek, BMW i Ventures, Toyota Ventures, and VinFast, Autobrains aims to revolutionize autonomous driving. Learn more at autobrains.ai.
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