Nvidia has introduced new open AI models, including the Drive Alpamayo-R1, aimed at advancing autonomous driving research. Announced at NeurIPS, the Alpamayo-R1 is the first industry-scale open vision language action model designed for self-driving vehicles, supporting level 4 autonomy. This model employs chain-of-thought reasoning to navigate complex scenarios such as pedestrian crossings and road closures, enhancing safety measures. In addition to the Alpamayo-R1, Nvidia showcased over 70 research papers and workshops at NeurIPS, covering innovations in medical AI, robotics, and physical simulations. These tools and resources are accessible on platforms like Hugging Face, underscoring Nvidia's commitment to advancing AI technology across various sectors.