Intel Shuts Down Automotive Division and Begins Layoffs
Intel ends its automotive tech division, begins layoffs, and shifts focus to core data center and client computing strategies.
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Intel Shuts Down Automotive Division and Begins Layoffs Intel Automotive Business Layoffs Signal Strategic Shift Intel has officially pulled the plug on its automotive business, confirming widespread layoffs and a full exit from its vehicle-related ventures. This move marks a pivotal moment for the chip giant, which had invested heavily in automotive innovation for nearly a decade. If you're wondering why Intel is laying off automotive staff or what this means for the future of smart vehicles and chipmakers in the auto industry, you're not alone. The decision, rooted in broader restructuring efforts, comes as Intel zeroes in on its core strengths in client computing and data centers. Image Credits:Intel The company's internal memo, first revealed by The Oregonian , set the tone for an industry shakeup. For years, Intel’s involvement in autonomous vehicles and software-defined vehicle technology had been growing, bolstered by acquisitions like Mobileye and Moovit. Yet by June 2025, Intel confirmed that it would…
