Top HD Maps for Autonomous Driving Companies

The HD maps for autonomous driving market is projected to grow from USD 1.09 billion in 2025 to USD 2.19 billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 10.5%. HD maps for autonomous driving are moving from static versions to dynamic, real-time maps that use sensor data and cloud updates for better accuracy. Crowdsourced mapping is becoming important, where vehicles share road information continuously, such as in Mobileye’s Road Experience Management (REM). The use of AI and edge computing is also increasing, helping vehicles make quicker decisions for Level 3 and above autonomy. Partnerships are growing in this market. At the same time, regional rollouts are expanding, with Baidu’s Apollo Go in China using HD maps to power robo-taxi services.

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Some of the major players in the HD maps for autonomous driving market include HERE (Netherlands); Baidu, Inc. (China); TomTom International BV (Netherlands); NVIDIA Corporation (US); and Mobileye (Israel). These players have incorporated various organic and inorganic growth strategies, including product launches, product upgrades, collaborations, acquisitions, partnerships, and agreements to strengthen their international footprint and capture a greater share of the HD maps for autonomous driving market. These organic and inorganic strategies have allowed the market players to expand across geographies by offering advanced HD map solutions for autonomous driving.

In August 2025, HERE (Netherlands) partnered with DAF Trucks N.V. (Netherlands) in the EU co-funded MODI Project to advance and test Level 4 automated freight transport across Europe. In this project, DAF contributes its expertise in commercial vehicles. At the same time, HERE provides its High-Definition Live Map (HDLM), which functions as an external sensor, with data collected from DAF’s sensor-equipped automated trucks feeding into HERE’s platform to keep the maps continuously updated for safe and reliable operations. The HD map offers precise real-time location data and predictive insights, helping automated trucks anticipate traffic conditions and operate safely in complex transport networks.

In March 2025, Baidu Inc. (China) partnered with Leapmotor International B.V. (China) to integrate its Lane-level Data (LD) maps into Leapmotor’s LEAP 3.5 technical architecture, debuting in the B10 SUV. Baidu’s LD maps provide detailed lane topology, lane attributes, and real-time updates, enabling Leapmotor’s intelligent driving system to manage hundreds of complex driving scenarios accurately. Similarly, in January 2025, TomTom International BV (Netherlands) partnered with Aptiv (Ireland) to improve autonomous driving in city environments by using TomTom Orbis Maps. With its detailed HD road network, TomTom helps Aptiv enhance hands-free driving in different environments. The partnership focuses on developing advanced L2+ features, using multiple data sources to address the challenges of urban driving.

HERE focuses on delivering highly detailed, cloud-based maps that enable advanced driver assistance and higher levels of vehicle automation. The company supports applications ranging from highway piloting to hub-to-hub trucking automation through solutions such as the HD Live Map, ADAS Map, and ISA Map. By partnering with leading OEMs, such as Mercedes-Benz for its DRIVE PILOT system, HERE strengthens its position in enabling Level 3 autonomy. With a global presence across 50+ offices, the company combines scale with technological expertise to drive the adoption of HD mapping solutions worldwide.

Baidu Inc. focuses on integrating AI-driven technologies with its Apollo Self-Driving Solutions, which include high-precision maps, Autonomous Valet Parking, and Apollo Pilot (ANP). Through its Apollo Go robo-taxi service, the company showcases large-scale commercial deployment of HD maps in urban mobility. Baidu also leverages partnerships to embed HD mapping into smart vehicles. Backed by strong investments in AI, chips, and deep learning, Baidu positions itself as a full-stack autonomous driving provider with HD maps as a core enabler.

TomTom International BV is building its position in the HD maps for autonomous driving market through its Orbis Maps platform, which provides detailed, scalable, and continuously updated map data for localization and path planning. Its solutions are designed to integrate with ADAS and autonomous vehicle systems, enabling safer and more precise automation. Collaborations with 50+ leading automakers, such as Volkswagen, BMW, and Stellantis, ensure broad adoption across the industry. With operations in 23 countries and over 15 million ADAS-enabled vehicles powered, TomTom demonstrates strong capabilities in large-scale deployment.

NVIDIA Corporation offers the DRIVE platform, which integrates AI-powered perception, mapping, and path planning with core ADAS functions. Its MapWorks platform enables rapid creation and updating of HD maps by combining the DRIVE PX AI computer with Tesla GPUs in data centers. This end-to-end mapping capability allows automakers and map providers to maintain highly detailed and reliable maps for self-driving systems. With a strong global presence and a workforce heavily invested in R&D, NVIDIA positions itself as a technology leader supporting scalable and intelligent autonomous driving solutions.

Mobileye offers Road Experience Management (REM) technology, which enables real-time, crowdsourced mapping at a global scale. The data collected powers the Mobileye Roadbook, offering broad coverage and allowing autonomous vehicles to operate in new regions with minimal setup. By capturing insights on driver behavior and road dynamics, Mobileye enhances decision-making for AVs and improves safety. With a workforce dedicated mainly to R&D, the company is advancing scalable, data-driven HD mapping solutions to accelerate autonomous driving deployment.

Market Ranking

The HD maps for autonomous driving market is competitive, with five leading players, such as HERE (Netherlands), Baidu, Inc. (China), TomTom International BV (Netherlands), NVIDIA Corporation (US), and Mobileye (Israel) collectively accounting for  45–49% of the total market share. HERE focuses on building scalable, cloud-based HD maps. It strengthens its market by partnering with major OEMs, such as BMW Group (Germany) and Mercedes-Benz (Germany), and mobility companies to ensure global coverage and frequent real-time updates. Baidu Inc. leverages its Apollo platform to integrate HD maps with AI, sensor fusion, and government partnerships in China, aiming to dominate the domestic autonomous driving ecosystem. TomTom International BV emphasizes cost-efficient, modular HD mapping solutions, collaborating with automakers worldwide and offering flexible APIs to support semi-autonomous and fully autonomous vehicles. NVIDIA Corporation integrates HD mapping into its DRIVE platform, combining GPU-driven AI, simulation, and real-time localization to offer end-to-end solutions for autonomous driving. Mobileye uses its massive fleet data from crowdsourced Road Experience Management (REM) to build scalable HD maps, positioning itself as a low-cost, rapidly updating provider for automakers globally. The remaining 51%–55% of the market is shared among other regional and emerging players, contributing to extensive competition and offering opportunities for smaller players to establish a footprint.

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