Stellantis has announced plans for a new Level 2++ autonomous driving system that promises door-to-door hands-free driving.
The system, developed with Wayve, will operate on highways and in urban environments.
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Set to arrive in 2028, the technology will be integrated into an unnamed North American model.
It uses the Wayve AI Driver to deliver what the company calls a safe and natural driving experience.
Last summer, rumors emerged that Stellantis had shelved its Level 3 STLA AutoDrive system due to high costs and technological challenges.
The new Level 2++ system appears to be a soft reboot, offering a more advanced version of its Hands-Free Active Driving Assist that can also handle city streets.
Stellantis Chief Engineering and Technology Officer Ned Curic said combining the STLA AutoDrive platform with Wayve's AI-first approach creates an intuitive hands-free experience.
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He emphasized that partnerships allow scaling advanced technology globally while keeping customer safety central.
Wayve CEO Alex Kendall noted that a Stellantis prototype was created in less than two months.
Based on the Jeep Grand Cherokee, the prototype looks normal but features new cameras in the side mirrors and a sensor at the top of the windshield.
Stellantis also announced a less advanced system using Qualcomm's Snapdragon Ride Pilot.
This system, arriving in 2027, will support Level 2+ hands-free driving and be offered on a wide range of vehicles.
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Currently, Hands-Free Active Driving Assist is limited to a few models.
