This is just a speculation of mine. After Qualcomm outbid Magna by 800 million it seems like Qualcomm is doing everything possible to beat out any competition to level 3+ ADAS (Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems) currently Tesla is only at level 2. The race to level 3 is on and with Qualcomm already partnering with Nexoptic I think that's going help them get there. We all know what technology and patients that Nexoptic brings to the table. I wouldn't be surprised to see Nexoptic get bought out in the next year at over 1 billion dollar evaluation. (That would be a bargain in my opinion)
If a vehicle has Level 0, Level 1, or Level 2 driver support systems, an active and engaged driver is required. She is always responsible for the vehicle’s operation, must supervise the technology at all times, and must take complete control of the vehicle when necessary.
In the future, if a vehicle has Level 3, Level 4, or Level 5 automated driving systems, the technology takes complete control of the driving without human supervision. However, with Level 3, if the vehicle alerts the driver and requests she takes control of the vehicle, she must be prepared and able to do so.
It is worth repeating and emphasizing the following: As of May 2021, no vehicles sold in the U.S. market have a Level 3, Level 4, or Level 5 automated driving system. All of them require an alert driver sitting in the driver’s seat, ready to take control at any time.