With deliveries set to begin in 2012, the Tesla Model S has already proved to enjoy a great deal of success among automotive enthusiasts, as more than 3,000 people have already reserved their electric sedan. Now, the manufacturer has also revealed the Model S will benefit from NVIDIA Tegra processors that will power the in-vehicle infotainment, navigation and instrument-cluster systems.
The Tegra processor was chosen because it provides provides exceptional energy efficiency, a critically important feature for electric cars. One processor will be used to power the infotainment and navigation systems, and another for the instrument cluster.
Tesla Model S infotainment is ensured via a 17-inch touchscreen - the largest display ever in a car - with in-car 3G connectivity, which will allow its occupants access to Pandora Radio, Google Maps, or check their level of charge remotely from their iPhone or laptop.
"Model S is designed for performance-oriented efficiency. NVIDIA allows us to use the highest graphics with the lowest energy use," stated JB Straubel, chief technology officer at Tesla Motors.
"The Model S is a modern marvel, a blend of beauty, performance and efficiency. Tegra's combination of graphics power and energy efficiency make it a perfect match for the Model S," added Dan Vivoli, senior vice president at NVIDIA.
The infotainment and navigation systems feature:
• 17-inch high resolution display, the largest display ever in a car
• Responsive touchscreen with a fully intuitive user interface
• Connected navigation with live traffic, points of interest and weather
• Touchscreen-based climate-control system
The all-digital instrument cluster features:
• Ultra high-resolution, driver-friendly 12.3" LCD display
• Advanced 3D graphics providing data about the vehicle
The Tegra processor was chosen because it provides provides exceptional energy efficiency, a critically important feature for electric cars. One processor will be used to power the infotainment and navigation systems, and another for the instrument cluster.
Tesla Model S infotainment is ensured via a 17-inch touchscreen - the largest display ever in a car - with in-car 3G connectivity, which will allow its occupants access to Pandora Radio, Google Maps, or check their level of charge remotely from their iPhone or laptop.
"Model S is designed for performance-oriented efficiency. NVIDIA allows us to use the highest graphics with the lowest energy use," stated JB Straubel, chief technology officer at Tesla Motors.
"The Model S is a modern marvel, a blend of beauty, performance and efficiency. Tegra's combination of graphics power and energy efficiency make it a perfect match for the Model S," added Dan Vivoli, senior vice president at NVIDIA.
The infotainment and navigation systems feature:
• 17-inch high resolution display, the largest display ever in a car
• Responsive touchscreen with a fully intuitive user interface
• Connected navigation with live traffic, points of interest and weather
• Touchscreen-based climate-control system
The all-digital instrument cluster features:
• Ultra high-resolution, driver-friendly 12.3" LCD display
• Advanced 3D graphics providing data about the vehicle