ASAM OpenLABEL is the first Standard to annotate multi-sensor data and scenarios. The Standard defines a Data Model and data format to Label multi-sensor data and to tag scenarios. There are many fields of application for ASAM OpenLABEL. However, currently there is a focus on the development and Validation of driver assistance systems and automated driving functions.

NIO Inc., a pioneer and a leading manufacturer of premium smart electric vehicles in China, joined ASAM in July 2021. NIO is the 600th member joining ASAM since the foundation of the Association in December 1998. This is another important milestone for ASAM and an impressive testimonial of the importance of ASAM standards internationally.

The ASAM Technical Steering Committee has released ASAM ODS V6.1.1 on Jul 20, 2021.

ASAM e.V. (Association for Standardization of Automation and Measuring Systems) has set up an open source platform to host tools from member companies that support the implementation and use of ASAM OpenX standards. BMW AG has already contributed an ALKS scenario interpretation based on ASAM OpenSCENARIO® and ASAM OpenDRIVE®.

ASAM e.V., an international standardization organization in automotive electronics announces important personnel changes with the beginning of the second quarter of 2021. Board of Directors: Dr. René Grosspietsch (BMW AG) was elected to the ASAM Board of Directors at this year's General Meeting. He replaces Richard Vreeland (Cummins Inc), who did not run again. All other board members retain their positions. Prof. Marcus Rieker (Horiba Europe GmbH) was confirmed as Chairman of the Board. Management: Since 01.04.2021, Peter Voss is the new Managing Director of ASAM e.V. He takes over this task from Dr. Klaus Estenfeld, who will pursue other responsibilities within ASAM.