Texas Instruments (TI) has introduced a new suite of automotive semiconductors aimed at advancing driver safety and expanding the reach of autonomous driving features. The chipmaker’s latest offerings include innovations in lidar, radar, and timing technology designed to strengthen the capabilities and reliability of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) across a wider range of vehicle models.
The portfolio features the LMH13000, the industry’s first integrated high-speed lidar laser driver, offering an ultra-fast 800 picosecond rise time that enables distance measurements 30% longer than current alternatives. With a compact design and 5-amp adjustable output, the chip reduces system costs by up to 30% and decreases solution size by a factor of four, according to TI. It also maintains consistent performance across extreme temperatures, ensuring compliance with U.S. FDA eye safety standards—a critical requirement for high-power lidar systems.
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In addition to lidar, TI unveiled its new BAW-based timing solutions—the CDC6C-Q1 oscillator and the LMK3H0102-Q1 and LMK3C0105-Q1 clock generators. These components are reportedly 100 times more reliable than conventional quartz-based clocks, achieving a failure-in-time (FIT) rate of just 0.3. Designed to operate under harsh automotive conditions such as vibration and thermal stress, these timing solutions aim to provide more accurate and stable data communication for vehicle systems.
Also included in the launch is the AWR2944P millimeter-wave radar sensor, which enhances front and corner radar applications with improved detection range, angular resolution, and AI processing capabilities. The radar sensor features an upgraded signal-to-noise ratio, expanded on-chip memory, and integrated AI accelerators to support real-time obstacle recognition and enhanced situational awareness.
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“By delivering cost-efficient, scalable ADAS solutions with high performance and reliability, we’re helping automakers bring advanced safety features to more drivers,” said a TI spokesperson.
The new chips are currently available in preproduction quantities through the company’s website, with additional products expected to follow in 2026. The launch reflects TI’s strategy to support automakers in developing smarter, safer, and more cost-effective vehicles as the industry moves toward increased automation and reduced collisions.