French tier 1 supplier Valeo and Qualcomm Technologies have inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore opportunities to work together to innovate for the two-wheeler and three-wheeler segments in India.
This is an extension of the two companies’ long-term working relationship to deliver advanced computing units for telematics and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) for software-defined vehicles (SDVs).
In addition to helping deliver enhanced safety to two-wheelers and three-wheelers, the companies will leverage their complementary portfolios to accelerate the adoption of cloud-connected digital services, leading to greater safety and an always-connected digital experience for riders. They will couple Snapdragon Digital Chassis solutions for two-wheelers and new vehicle classes from Qualcomm Technologies with Valeo technologies for display, telematics and sensors as well as the Group’s software expertise to develop a comprehensive solution that includes embedded cellular modems, connected displays, driver assistance features and connected clusters.
These new features will enable riders to remain focused on the road while connected in real-time to their favourite smartphone applications, navigation systems or cloud-based entertainment. Connectivity will also enhance the safety of the vehicle and the passengers on and off the road with real-time traffic and potential risk on the road information as well as with software and cybersecurity updates and tracking monitoring of the two- and three-wheelers.
Valeo and Qualcomm Technologies acknowledge the importance and value of the Indian ecosystem and market, with the presence of strong India-based players that are expanding abroad. The extended collaboration intends to leverage the strong local R&D presence of the two companies and the local manufacturing capabilities of Valeo. By working together, they expect to offer OEMs complete solutions based on the best-in-class automotive technologies.
Marc Vrecko, President of Valeo’s Comfort and Driving Assistance Systems Business Group said, “We are excited to extend our work with Qualcomm Technologies to two-wheelers and three-wheelers. It is an important new step forward in our long-lasting collaboration. Valeo’s engineering and manufacturing presence in India coupled with Snapdragon Digital Chassis solutions for two-wheelers and new vehicle classes will allow us to locally design, develop and produce a new generation of a connected display matching to local requirements, and serve our local customers thus contributing to making mobility in India safer and more connected.”
Nakul Duggal, SVP and GM, Automotive & Cloud Computing, Qualcomm Technologies said, “For many years, Qualcomm Technologies has worked with Valeo to anticipate the needs of OEMs and deliver ADAS and advanced telematics systems to their vehicles. We are pleased to extend our collaboration endeavours to accelerate the digital transformation of the dynamic two-wheeler and three-wheeler markets in India by offering rider solutions with advanced safety features and highly personalized and safe user experiences.”
