Leapmotor Selects QNX to Power New Electric SUV, the B10
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BlackBerry's QNX division has announced that Chinese EV maker Leapmotor has chosen QNX technology as the foundational software platform for its new B10 electric SUV. The B10, Leapmotor's first global SUV model, has shown strong market reception with 31,688 orders within 48 hours of its China presale launch.
The vehicle integrates multiple QNX technologies, including the Neutrino RTOS, Software Development Platform, Hypervisor, and OS for Safety (certified to TUV Rhein ISO26262 ASIL D). These systems power the B10's intelligent digital cockpit and L2+ autonomous driving controllers.
This collaboration extends the partnership that began in 2021 with the Leapmotor C11. The B10, built on Leapmotor's LEAP3.5 architecture, represents the first of several B-series models planned for global markets in 2025.
Positive
- Strong initial demand with 31,688 orders in 48 hours for B10 SUV
- Global market expansion through new B-series vehicle lineup
- Advanced safety certification (TUV Rhein ISO26262 ASIL D) for QNX OS
- Cost reduction through QNX Hypervisor's hardware consolidation capabilities
Negative
- initial release to China market only
- Dependency on single software platform provider (QNX) for critical systems
Insights
BlackBerry's QNX division has secured an important design win with Leapmotor, extending their partnership that began in 2021. The implementation scope is particularly notable - Leapmotor has adopted a comprehensive suite of QNX technologies including the Neutrino RTOS, Software Development Platform, Hypervisor, and safety-certified operating system for the B10's digital cockpit and L2+ autonomous driving systems.
This represents the kind of deep, multi-system implementation that generates higher per-vehicle revenue for BlackBerry compared to single-component licensing. The B10's impressive 31,688 orders within 48 hours of its China presale launch signals potential volume that could make this partnership meaningful.
The QNX Hypervisor technology is particularly valuable as it allows consolidation of multiple systems onto single hardware platforms, reducing both development costs and hardware requirements - a critical advantage for EV makers facing intense margin pressures. This virtualization approach is increasingly becoming standard for modern vehicle architecture.
BlackBerry continues building an impressive automotive client portfolio including BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, Volkswagen and others. For context, while QNX doesn't typically disclose per-deal financials, this relationship furthers BlackBerry's strategic shift toward high-margin, recurring software revenue streams in automotive - one of their most promising growth segments amid challenging conditions in their cybersecurity business.
The selection of QNX for Leapmotor's B10 holds strategic significance beyond the technology itself. This is Leapmotor's first global-focused vehicle in their new B-series, signaling their international expansion ambitions. Chinese EV makers are increasingly targeting Western markets, and reliable software infrastructure becomes crucial for meeting stringent international safety standards.
The B10's strong domestic reception - 15,000 orders in the first hour of presale - demonstrates Leapmotor's growing brand strength in China's hypercompetitive EV market. This domestic foundation provides the financial runway needed for their global push.
For BlackBerry, deepening relationships with Chinese EV manufacturers represents an important growth vector. China's EV market leads globally in both volume and innovation pace. As these manufacturers expand internationally, QNX stands to benefit from increased deployment across new markets.
Leapmotor's explicit mention of trust and safety standards when referencing QNX indicates they're positioning their vehicles to overcome the skepticism sometimes faced by Chinese brands in Western markets. By incorporating internationally recognized technology partners, they're building credibility for their global expansion strategy starting with Europe, as mentioned in their executive's statement.
The continued partnership expansion suggests both companies are finding mutual value, with QNX potentially serving as a technology bridge facilitating Leapmotor's international ambitions.
Leading Chinese Automaker's First Global SUV Debuts with QNX Tech
WATERLOO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / April 7, 2025 / QNX, a division of BlackBerry Limited (NYSE:BB)(TSX:BB), today announced that innovative Chinese electric vehicle company, Leapmotor, has selected QNX® technology to serve as the foundational software platform for its new first generation, mid-size electric SUV, the B10.
The sleek and innovative B10 SUV, the first of many forthcoming models in Leapmotor's new B-series specifically designed for global markets, has been met with overwhelming enthusiasm, securing over 15,000 orders within the first hour and 31,688 orders within 48 hours of the China-only presale launch held earlier this month.
Built on Leapmotor's in-house developed LEAP3.5 architecture, the B10 integrates advanced software and hardware in intelligent electric vehicles and contains a diverse suite of QNX® technology including the QNX® Neutrino® Realtime Operating System (RTOS), QNX® Software Development Platform (SDP 7.1), QNX® Hypervisor and QNX® OS for Safety certified to TUV Rhein ISO26262 ASIL D, underpinning the vehicle's cutting-edge, intelligent digital cockpit and L2+ autonomous driving domain controllers.
"From Beijing to Berlin and everywhere in between, today's tech-savvy consumers demand vehicles with advanced technology that also enable safety, reliability, and seamless connectivity," said Dhiraj Handa, SVP & GM, Asia Pacific region at QNX. "Leapmotor's B10 SUV, powered by QNX, meets these demands, while exemplifying our two companies ongoing efforts to collectively drive new areas of automotive innovation."
Powered by the reliable QNX Neutrino RTOS and QNX Hypervisor, the B10 combines design flexibility and scalability. The QNX Hypervisor allows for multiple systems with mixed criticality and different operating system environments to be consolidated onto a single hardware platform, helping to reduce both the initial development and long-term costs of ownership while enabling industry-leading safety and security.
The launch of the B10 represents an important milestone in the two companies ongoing technology collaboration which first commenced in 2021 when QNX was selected to power Leapmotor's third generation mid-size electric crossover SUV, the Leapmotor C11. Looking ahead, Leapmotor is preparing to launch additional models from the B-series in 2025, underscoring its commitment to expanding its portfolio and providing accessible electric vehicles across the globe.
"Our initial collaboration with QNX on the Leapmotor C11 was seamless, making it an easy decision to collaborate with them again for the B10," said Zhou Hong Tao, Senior Vice President of Leapmotor. "Trust is paramount when it comes to technology, and QNX's foundational software enables our vehicles to meet the highest standards of safety and performance, something which is critical as we accelerate efforts to provide accessible, high-tech electric vehicles across Europe and beyond."
QNX is trusted as the foundation for a software-driven future by most leading OEMs and Tier 1s worldwide, including BMW, Bosch, Continental, Dongfeng Motor, Geely, Honda, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, Volkswagen, Volvo, and more. Its foundational software supports future-proof engineering design, from digital cockpits and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) to infotainment systems and domain controllers, enabling automakers to bring innovation to market faster and at lower cost.
For more information on how QNX can help with building the safe and secure vehicles of tomorrow, please visit: https://blackberry.qnx.com/zh
About BlackBerry
BlackBerry (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) provides enterprises and governments the intelligent software and services that power the world around us. Based in Waterloo, Ontario, the company's high-performance foundational software enables major automakers and industrial giants alike to unlock transformative applications, drive new revenue streams and launch innovative business models, all without sacrificing safety, security, and reliability. With a deep heritage in Secure Communications, BlackBerry delivers operational resiliency with a comprehensive, highly secure, and extensively certified portfolio for mobile fortification, mission-critical communications, and critical events management.
About QNX
QNX, a division of BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB), enhances the human experience and amplifies technology-driven industries, providing a trusted foundation for software-defined businesses to thrive. The business leads the way in delivering safe and secure operating systems, hypervisors, middleware, solutions, and development tools, along with support and services delivered by trusted embedded software experts.QNX® technology has been deployed in the world's most critical embedded systems, including more than 255 million vehicles on the road today. QNX® software is trusted across industries including automotive, medical devices, industrial controls, robotics, commercial vehicles, rail, and aerospace and defense. Founded in 1980, QNX is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada. Learn more at qnx.com.
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About LEAPMOTOR
Created in 2015, Leapmotor is a technology-driven intelligent electric vehicle company. Jiangming Zhu, the founder of Leapmotor, was an electronic engineer and had over 30 years of technical experience. Leapmotor is based in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province in China. As a technology-based company, Leapmotor insists on designing and producing all of the core systems and components for its vehicles in-house, including EIC system and intelligent system. Leapmotor's proportion of self-development accounts for
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