NVIDIA announced that three new in vehicle systems powered by the NVIDIA Tegra Visual Computing Module (VCM) will soon begin shipping in Audi's vehicles. These innovative solutions. A connected infotainment system with twice the performance of its predecessor; the world's first automotive grade tablet that is fully integrated into the car's infotainment system; and a high-resolution digital cockpit with unprecedented, vivid 3D graphical displays.

The Tegra VCMs powering these systems are highly flexible platforms, incorporating an automotive-grade NVIDIA Tegra mobile processor with an NVIDIA 4-Plus-1 core CPU, a multi core GPU and dedicated audio, video and image processors. The Tegra VCM uniquely enables carmakers to slide the most current processors into their electronics systems, allowing for faster evolution of in-vehicle systems as newer hardware becomes available. This modularity dramatically narrows the technology gap that has traditionally existed between consumer electronics and the long development lifecycles of in vehicle systems. Next Generation Infotainment: Building on Audi's modular infotainment platform, known as MIB and introduced in 2012, the automaker's next-generation platform will begin appearing in next year's models.

The award-winning Audi Connect system brings an unprecedented level of integration into the car, enabling Google Earth and Google Street View navigation, as well as real-time traffic and parking information all accessible via speech and handwriting recognition. The newest system, powered by Tegra 3, will more than double the performance of its predecessor. Cockpit of the Future: Additionally, Audi unveiled a new, fully digital instrument cluster, powered by Tegra 3. The virtual cockpit which will first appear in the 2015 Audi TT sports coupe delivers clearly presented information to the driver on a 12.3-inch, high-definition display.

The virtual cockpit features refined digital gauges with smooth needle animation, as well as beautiful 3D maps, delivering an elegant, informative display. Drivers have the ability to configure the dashboard controls based on their personal preferences. NVIDIA Automotive Technology Driving Innovation: The power of the NVIDIA Tegra for automotive applications will be demonstrated in NVIDIA booth 30207 at the 2014 International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Jan.

7 to 10, in the South Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center.