GM announces SAE Level 3 autonomy and SDV technology

While full autonomy continues to be a work-in-progress, automakers have been rolling out SAE Level 2 driver assistance techn, including handsoff, eyes-on systems from BMW, Ford, and GM. In New York City in October, GM announced that it was working towards SAE Level 3 driver assistance capabilities that will launch on the Escalade IQ electric SUV in 2028.

The news expands the driver assistance development that the automaker has been refining since its launch of Super Cruise in 2017. Super Cruise requires the driver to keep their eyes on the road while driving hands-free. This evolution of that system to what's launching in 2028 will allow drivers to take their eyes off the road and hands off the wheel in certain driving environments.