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The Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC) achieved a historic milestone at CES 2025, hosting the world’s first multi-car autonomous race at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Four AI-driven racecars from global university teams competed in a 20-lap exhibition, concluding with a thrilling photo finish as UNIMORE Racing edged out Cavalier Autonomous Racing by less than three-tenths of a second. This event showcased the IAC’s role in advancing high-speed AI capabilities and revolutionizing autonomous vehicle safety.
Key Highlights:
- Pioneering Achievement: Four autonomous racecars completed a full 20-lap race, including five overtakes, with no accidents.
- Competition Format:
- Tier 1: Single-car time trials saw Auburn University’s Autonomous Tiger Racing set a fastest lap average of 163.6 MPH.
- Tier 2: AI Racing Tech won the two-car passing competition with a decisive 162 MPH overtake.
- Tier 3: The multi-car exhibition demonstrated strategic high-speed AI adaptability with autonomous push-to-pass technology.
- Notable Team Leaders: Stephanie Meyer and C.K. Wolfe led their teams to victory, highlighting diversity in the field.
- Aidoptation Launch: The IAC announced a commercial spinout, Aidoptation, to commercialize its cutting-edge autonomous technologies.
Pushing Autonomous Racing Boundaries
The IAC’s progressive competition format allowed university teams to showcase advanced AI capabilities in diverse scenarios. The Tier 3 multi-car race highlighted a critical leap in AI’s ability to navigate real-time, multi-agent high-speed interactions, setting a benchmark for autonomous racing innovation.
Broadening Impact and Vision
In addition to its racing achievements, the IAC introduced Aidoptation, a Belgium-based spinout aimed at commercializing IAC technology for applications in robotics, autonomous mobility, and high-speed AI systems. Partnerships with DARPA and new university teams further strengthened the IAC’s influence as a hub of innovation.
CES 2025 Presence
Beyond the races, the IAC featured prominently at CES 2025, offering attendees a close look at the IAC AV-24 and hosting conferences on physical AI’s transformative potential in mobility and robotics.
Future Outlook
The IAC’s groundbreaking race at CES 2025 underscores its leadership in advancing autonomous technologies. By fostering innovation and collaboration, the IAC is driving progress in mobility, safety, and AI, paving the way for broader applications across industries.
About the Indy Autonomous Challenge
The IAC is a non-profit dedicated to advancing autonomous vehicle technologies through competitive racing. By challenging university teams worldwide, it creates a platform for real-world validation of physical AI, accelerating progress in autonomous safety and performance.
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