by Dreame, a company known for its vacuum cleaners and pool cleaning devices, is making a bold move into the automotive world. Their brand, Dreame Nebula Next Auto, is preparing for a large-scale launch in the U.S., and this month they will hold a special event in San Francisco. However, the company is not limiting itself to presentations alone — it is actively building connections with leading research institutions.
Collaboration with the University of California, Berkeley
A key moment was a recent visit to the campus of the University of California, Berkeley. Dreame states that this event could accelerate the “development of AI-defined vehicles and next-generation autonomous systems.” During the visit, the company’s engineers met with Berkeley researchers specializing in autonomous driving systems, intelligent transportation, and artificial intelligence.
The meeting discussed “the implementation of advanced research into real-world automotive systems with a special focus on safety, control, and full AI integration.” It is not yet known whether this was a one-time event or the beginning of a long-term partnership.
The company hints at the latter option, noting that “the visit is part of a broader strategy aimed at anchoring the development of Nebula Next in deep technical cooperation. By working closely with academic experts, the company is strengthening its approach to autonomous driving, vehicle intelligence, and systems engineering.”
From vacuum cleaners to a hypercar
Recall that Dreame first announced itself as an automaker at the CES exhibition, where it unveiled the Nebula Next 01 concept. This “four-door electric hyper sedan,” according to the company, boasts over 1,973 horsepower (1,471 kW) and can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 1.8 seconds.
Although the premiere in January was not without difficulties, it appears the company brought this concept to the Berkeley campus. Several photos have surfaced online confirming this fact. This suggests the event may have been more demonstrative than practical in nature.
A published Instagram post by Micheal Ma (@michealma_junqi) confirms the presence of the concept on the university grounds.
Overall, Dreame is demonstrating an ambitious approach, trying to combine its technological developments with academic research. Whether this will lead to the creation of a production car remains to be seen, but it is already clear that the company is not joking in its attempt to establish a foothold in the U.S. market. Further details will likely be announced at a public event in San Francisco later this month. This move seems like an attempt not just to showcase technology, but also to gain serious expert support for its development, which is critically important in such a complex field as autonomous driving. Collaboration with a prestigious university like Berkeley could be a powerful springboard for the young automaker, although skeptics may see it as merely a PR stunt.
