Tensor and Arm Partner, Delivering AI-Defined Compute Foundation for World’s First Personal Electric Robocar

On February 23, 2026, Tensor and Arm announced the companies have entered into a multi-year strategic collaboration to establish the foundational compute architecture for the world’s first agentic AI personal Robocar. Tensor will deploy the Arm® compute platform, integrating hardware, software, and ecosystem support to power physical AI workloads across the entire vehicle. Each Robocar incorporates more than 400 safety-capable, energy-efficient Arm-based cores, representing the highest concentration of Arm technology in any consumer vehicle to date. As Tensor prepares for global commercialization of its fleet in 2026, the companies will work jointly to enable Level 4 autonomous functionality, supported by Arm’s software ecosystem of more than 22 million developers.

Artificial intelligence is increasingly embedded in physical systems, creating autonomous machines that sense, decide, and act within strict power, safety, and reliability constraints. Tensor has architected its vehicle around this intelligence from inception, rather than retrofitting autonomy onto legacy platforms. The Robocar is built on a vertically integrated Level 4 autonomy stack and features an extensive sensor suite that includes 37 cameras, 5 lidars, 11 radars, 22 microphones, 10 ultrasonic sensors, 3 IMUs, GNSS, 16 collision detectors, 8 water-level detectors, 4 tire-pressure sensors, a smoke detector, and triple-channel 5G connectivity. This tightly integrated hardware and software approach enhances continuous perception, environmental awareness, and resilient performance across varied operating conditions.

Tensor leverages the Arm compute platform to distribute safety-capable intelligence throughout the vehicle, from the onboard supercomputer to edge-level sensors. Each Robocar contains 433 Arm-based cores, including Neoverse® AE for high-throughput AI processing, Cortex®-X for cabin-based agentic AI and peak system control, Cortex-A for drive-by-wire systems, lidars, redundancy, and general compute, Cortex-R for real-time safety-critical functions, and Cortex-M for low-power subsystem management. The platform enables deployment of AI workloads across diverse compute domains while meeting rigorous automotive safety, thermal, and power requirements, operating alongside NVIDIA-accelerated processing to support Tensor’s proprietary autonomy stack.

“Autonomous vehicles exemplify AI’s transition into the physical world, requiring high-performance, safe, and energy-efficient compute foundations,” said Drew Henry, EVP of the Physical AI Business Unit at Arm. “Supported by a mature software ecosystem that delivers toolchains, safety certification, and industry standards, Arm provides the infrastructure for next-generation physical AI innovation. Tensor’s Robocar demonstrates how disciplined engineering can bring autonomy to scale.”

“Scaling personal autonomous vehicles requires not only advanced AI but also robust engineering for safety, redundancy, reliability, and power efficiency,” said Dr. Jewel Li, COO of Tensor. “Our collaboration with Arm builds on decades of compute leadership and complements our broader ecosystem of strategic partners to bring the Tensor Robocar safely to public roads.”

Tensor’s AI-native vehicle architecture is supported by partners spanning AI compute, advanced manufacturing, safety systems, and vehicle technologies. The company is working with leading suppliers and semiconductor firms including Autoliv, ZF, Continental, NVIDIA, AMD, Qualcomm, Samsung, and Oracle.

The Tensor Robocar is scheduled for launch in the United States, European Union, and Middle East markets in 2026.

Tensor Robocar’s Impressive Capabilities

Tensor delivers ultra-fast charging performance engineered for minimal downtime and maximum operational efficiency. Its 5C fast-charging capability enables the battery to charge from 20 percent to 80 percent in approximately 10 minutes. With an average charging power of 400 kW, the system provides industry-leading speed while maintaining stability. Advanced thermal management, including large-surface cooling and non-thermal diffusion technologies, supports safe and sustained high-rate charging. The system also features Boost Charging, which automatically adapts to both 500V and 750V charging infrastructure to ensure broad compatibility and optimized performance. Integrated 5G connectivity enables real-time communication, remote diagnostics, and intelligent energy management.

The vehicle is built on an advanced 845V high-voltage architecture designed to enhance overall efficiency, reduce energy loss, and support high-performance operation. Its 112 kWh battery pack is engineered for extended range, long-term durability, and consistent output under repeated high-power charging cycles. The charging port incorporates corrosion-resistant ITW materials and a self-closing mechanism to ensure environmental protection and long-term reliability.

Beyond transportation, Tensor functions as a mobile power hub. Through its integrated charging interface, the vehicle can supply electricity to external devices and systems. Combined with autonomous driving and automated charging capabilities, Tensor can independently retrieve and deliver power when needed, providing resilience during grid outages, off-grid travel, or emergency situations.

Tensor, Developing Cutting-Edge Agentic Products

Tensor is a Silicon Valley-based AI company focused on developing agentic products for individual consumers. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with offices in Barcelona, Singapore, and Dubai, the company’s flagship product, the Tensor Robocar, is positioned as the first fully autonomous, AI-agentic vehicle designed for private ownership at scale.

Arm Technology is Solving Some of the Greatest Challenges for Everyone

Arm delivers high-performance, power-efficient compute platforms deployed globally across connected devices. With a developer ecosystem exceeding 22 million software engineers, Arm provides the architectural foundation supporting next-generation AI applications.

Arm is delivering unmatched scale. 100% of the connected global population touches Arm-based products. Over 325 billion Arm-based chips have been shipped to date.