Magna joins BMW, Intel to develop self-driving vehicle technology by 2021

By The Canadian Press

Posted Oct 10, 2017 12:06:03 PM.

Last Updated Oct 10, 2017 12:40:18 PM.

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AURORA, Ont. – Canadian auto parts maker Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG) says it’s joining BMW and Intel Corp. to develop a self-driving system for the global vehicle marketplace by 2021.

Magna says the autonomous driving technology will be flexible and adoptable for integration by multiple automakers.

BMW says the Aurora, Ont.-based company has long-term experience in integrating complex systems seamlessly onto individual vehicle platforms.

Magna has been a contract vehicle manufacturer for the BMW Group for more than 15 years.

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