Bengaluru Emerges as a Strategic Global Tech Hub for Stellantis, Focusing on Software-Defined Vehicles and Enhanced Audio Systems
Bengaluru – Global automotive powerhouse Stellantis has bolstered its technological footprint in India by launching an expanded lab and office in Bengaluru, underscoring the city’s significance as a nexus for innovation. The facility, which saw a 50% increase in seating capacity, aims to foster advanced collaboration and drive cutting-edge developments in automotive technology.
Yves Bonnefont, Chief Software Officer of Stellantis, led the inauguration, emphasizing the facility’s pivotal role in supporting the company’s global tech ambitions. “This expansion strengthens our capabilities in software-defined vehicles and positions India as an essential development center for Stellantis worldwide,” said Bonnefont.
The newly upgraded lab is tailored for comprehensive development, seamlessly integrating hardware and software for high-performance computing and sophisticated cockpit systems. This in-house capability is set to streamline vehicle architecture by optimizing CPU usage, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and vehicle performance.
Stellantis’ Bengaluru team is poised to develop advanced features such as telematics, digital cockpits, and ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems). These innovations will cater to both the domestic market and Stellantis’ international portfolio, cementing the facility’s role as a technological linchpin.
In addition, the company is expanding its audio engineering and acoustic capabilities, focusing on creating an enriched auditory experience within vehicle cockpits. The lab’s cutting-edge audio development will encompass active sound design, noise management, audio tuning, telephony features, and benchmarking to ensure premium sound quality adaptable to various cabin settings.
With this expansion, Stellantis aligns its efforts with its global strategy, leveraging the Bengaluru facility to pioneer automotive solutions that resonate with consumers across its diverse brand lineup. This initiative signals the company’s commitment to innovation and excellence, reinforcing its leadership in the evolving automotive landscape.
