Japan’s Suzuki Motor Corporation has partnered Tata Elxsi for launching the Suzuki- Tata Elxsi ‘Offshore Development Center’ in Pune. This center will become a hub of Suzuki’s innovation strategy and drive development in sync with industry demand for greater push in Connected, Autonomous, Shared, and Electric technologies.
The partnership will focus on next-generation powertrains and software-defined vehicles, fostering energy-efficient solutions for electric, hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles. Tata Elxsi will also support Suzuki in its green mobility vision by aligning with Suzuki’s goals for sustainable innovation in lightweight design, safety, styling and engineering. The partnership will also explore innovations for use of eco-friendly materials and advanced simulations to improve time-to-market.
Speaking on the partnership, Suzuki’s Chief Technology Officer, Katsuhiro Kato, highlighted that “Tata Elxsi’s expertise in advanced computing, simulation, and design digital makes them an ideal partner in bringing forward-thinking solutions to market. This strategic and long-term partnership incorporates Suzuki’s endeavour of minimising energy and enables India’s talent to actively contribute to our development efforts globally.”
Manoj Raghavan, MD & CEO of Tata Elxsi, added that, “The inauguration of Suzuki-Tata Elxsi Offshore Development Center marks a significant milestone in our partnership with Suzuki and our shared vision for the future of mobility. Tata Elxsi’s design-led, digital-first approach is uniquely positioned to support Suzuki’s energy minimisation and sustainability goals.”
