Cerence Inc. is a global leader in conversational AI and voice recognition technology tailored for the automotive industry. Established as a spin-off from Nuance Communications in October 2019, Cerence has built on decades of research in speech recognition and natural language understanding to deliver intelligent in-vehicle assistance systems. The company’s core focus lies in enabling drivers and passengers to interact with their vehicles using natural speech, improving safety and convenience while on the road.
The company’s product portfolio encompasses a suite of software solutions, including voice assistants, text-to-speech engines, natural language understanding modules and biometrics-based speaker verification. Cerence’s flagship platform integrates with infotainment systems, advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and navigation modules to provide hands-free control of climate settings, media playback, destination inputs and real-time updates. Its offerings also extend to personalized user experiences, such as profile-aware preferences and multilingual support designed to cater to diverse markets.
Cerence works closely with leading automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and tier-one suppliers to embed its technology in production vehicles across multiple brands. The company’s services include end-to-end system integration, continuous software updates over the air (OTA), and orchestration of hybrid voice and touch-based interfaces. Through strategic partnerships, Cerence delivers scalable solutions that support electric vehicles, autonomous driving features and next-generation cockpit architectures.
Headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts, Cerence maintains research and development facilities and commercial offices in Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. Its global footprint ensures deep market insights and localized support for customers in North America, Europe, China, Japan and beyond. Guided by a management team with extensive backgrounds in AI, automotive engineering and software development, Cerence continues to advance conversational mobility for automakers and their end users worldwide.
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