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ANDROID AND THE OPEN AUTOMOTIVE ALLIANCE SHIFT INTO THE NEXT GEAR
The Open Automotive Alliance welcomes new members, as the connected car begins to take shape
The Open Automotive Alliance (OAA) -- a coalition of tech companies and auto industry leaders committed to bringing the Android platform to cars -- welcomed a number of new members into the alliance:
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These new members, who join OAA founding members Audi, GM, Google, Honda, Hyundai and NVIDIA, hail from around the world and reflect the global reach of Android, which has seen more than one billion phones and tablets activated to date. The goal of the Alliance is to bring all of the benefits users have grown to love about Android into their cars, creating a safer and more convenient way to check the traffic, map out a route, or pick a playlist---but without needing to use your hands. More simply, their goal is to create a connected car.
Today at the Google I/O developer conference, Google and OAA automakers showcased the first integrations of Android Auto. Android Auto brings many of the apps drivers know and love, like Google Maps and Spotify, to an interface that’s built for driving. After connecting an Android phone to a compatible car, drivers will be able to use Android apps and services specially designed for use in a car and accessible through in-dash display and controls.
The expansion of the OAA shows its commitment to openness, customization and scale, which have contributed to Android's success and are designed to help drive auto innovation. We welcome more partners to join us on this journey, and drivers can expect to see the first cars with Android Auto roll off the assembly line in 2014.
QUOTES ON THE NEWS:
Alpine Electronics, Inc.
"We are very pleased to become an
OAA member. Not only will Android Auto connectivity with our products
increase customer value, but we also believe this will contribute to
driver safety. Alpine is excited about the potential developing Android
products for both the aftermarket and working with Automotive
manufacturers for OEM products.” -Hirofumi Morioka, Managing Director,
Engineering & Development, Alpine Electronics, Inc.
Audi AG
“There can be no denying the connected car era has
arrived, and with it comes the expectation that the data and functions
provided by smartphone apps will seamlessly bridge to Audi infotainment
environments as the ‘fourth screen’ in our customers’ lives. The
progress made with our Open Automotive Alliance partners shows how this
can be achieved with safety and security at the forefront.” -Ricky Hudi,
Head of Development Electrics/Electronics, AUDI AG
Bentley Motors Limited
“The aim is to create a car that
offers a fully connected customer experience, not just through driving,
but in the cabin as well. We spend a significant amount of time
researching how we maximise in what way a customer interfaces with the
car and this offers opportunities to further upgrade the infotainment
systems.” -Rolf Frech, Member of the Board for Engineering, Bentley
Motors Limited
Clarion Co., Ltd
"We are excited to be a contributing member
of the OAA to shape the future of in-vehicle information systems and
working closely with Google to develop new connectivity technologies and
capabilities. By promoting openness, collaboration, customization, and
rapid evolution, the OAA will help accelerate adoption of in-vehicle
specific technologies. This ubiquitous support can achieve the necessary
scale needed for developing and fueling more ambitious and futuristic
expectations such as autonomous cars connected to an ecosystem that will
be essential to the efficiency and safety of our transportation grid
many years into the future." -Hidetoshi Kawamoto, President and Chief
Operating Officer of the Clarion group
CloudCar
“We’re delighted to have been working with OAA
partners over the last 18 months to bring the vision of seamless
connectivity between car and mobile device to the market, and we look
forward to contributing further innovations in this space.” -Konstantin
Othmer, CEO CloudCar
Delphi Automotive PLC
“Involvement with the OAA will allow
Delphi to help shape the advancement of an open development model. The
ability to serve the growing segment of the automotive space that uses
Android, combined with our scalable platforms, is a driving force in our
participation.” -Jeff Owens, Chief Technology Officer, Delphi Automotive
PLC.
FIAT Chrysler Automobiles
“Becoming a member of the Open
Automotive Alliance offers us a great opportunity to explore how we will
bring a familiar set of Android features into our Chrysler Group,
Abarth, Alfa Romeo and Fiat Uconnect systems globally. This membership
will complement our mission to enable drivers to stay conveniently
connected while keeping their hands on the wheel and their focus on
driving.” -Alan Amici, Head of Uconnect Systems and Services, Chrysler
Group LLC.
Freescale Semiconductor, Inc.
“The connected car is
radically changing the way drivers interact with their vehicles, while
presenting significant opportunities for providers of leading-edge
infotainment technologies. Freescale shares OAA’s vision of safer, more
seamless and more intuitive access to rich, connected digital content.
We look forward to collaborating with the OAA to transform this vision
into reality.” -Geoff Lees, Senior Vice President and General Manager,
Freescale’s MCU Group
FUJITSU TEN LTD.
“Through this alliance, FUJITSU TEN
believes that the ecosystem surrounding in-vehicle infotainment systems
and Android devices will expand comfort and convenience for customers.
Based on our years of experience developing products in this field, we
believe it will lead to improvements in the manufacturing of vehicles.”
-Takashi Shigematsu, President and Representative Director, FUJITSU TEN
LIMITED
General Motors Co.
“General Motors is focused on providing
customers with options that help them bring their digital lives into
their vehicles through built in and brought in solutions. Working with
Google on Android Auto is a great example of how we are making our
vehicles more integrated with customer’s smartphones in a way that is
safer and more appropriate for the driving environment. GM joined the
OAA as a founding member to bring this type of seamless user experience
to our customers.” -Phil Abram, GM Chief Infotainment Officer.
Google
"We're excited about the incredible momentum of the
Open Automotive Alliance. With new partners across the automotive and
technology industries, we've created an incredible foundation for
bringing Android into automobiles with a seamless and connected
experience that allows drivers to focus on the road. But this is just
the beginning." -Patrick Brady, Director of Engineering, Google
Harman International Industries, Inc.
“HARMAN is the bridge
between Silicon Valley and automakers, and we are pleased to bring our
deep knowledge of embedded infotainment and cloud-based service
solutions to Android Auto and the OAA. This open development environment
and common platform will allow the entire automotive ecosystem to more
easily bring cutting-edge technology and experiences to drivers and
passengers.” -Dinesh C. Paliwal, Chairman, President, and Chief
Executive Officer, HARMAN
Honda Motor Co.
“Honda’s goal is to integrate the power and
functionality of Android smartphones directly into our vehicles in a way
that is seamless and intuitive for our customers. Honda looks forward to
working collaboratively with Google and the OAA to help millions of
consumers around the world to more easily and conveniently access their
smartphones’ content, data and features." -Nick Sugimoto, senior program
director for Honda Silicon Valley Lab
JVC KENWOOD Corporation
“JVC KENWOOD is extremely pleased to
become a member of the OAA. Android, as the world’s most popular
smartphone platform, represents a clear pathway for integrating cutting
edge technologies into the vehicle. Future JVC Kenwood technologies will
include the familiar Android platform, allowing JVC KENWOOD to further
advance driver safety with a seamless connected car interface.” -Haruo
Kawahara, CEO of JVC KENWOOD Corporation.
LG Electronics, Inc.
“Just as smartphones have changed the
way of people’s lives in the world, convergence of consumer electronics
and automotive technologies will bring a new paradigm of user experience
in vehicles. We are excited to join the OAA and look forward to
contributing our expertise in mobile and infotainment devices, for
drivers’ safety and convenience.” -Dr. Woojong Lee, President of VC
Company
Maserati
“Maserati is delighted to be joining the Open
Automotive Alliance. On the edge of its 100th anniversary, Maserati is
committed to offering innovative technical solutions and features to
enhance the driver’s experience across our entire range. This project
provides an excellent opportunity for Maserati to be at the forefront of
such technical development.” -Harald Wester, CEO of Maserati.
Mazda Motor Corporation
“When we developed the Mazda
Connect/MZD Connect system that debuted in the all-new Mazda3, our aim
was to provide the fun and convenience of internet connectivity with an
HMI designed for safety. Joining the OAA presents an exciting
opportunity to further evolve this system, and offer an even broader
range of in-car experiences to our customers.” -Masashi Yamasaki,
General Manager, Mazda’s Electrical & Electronics Development Dept
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation
“The participation in OAA will
enable us to provide our customers the never-before-seen driving
pleasure and safety. Mitsubishi is very excited to bring the continuity
of well popularized services and various new experiences in the vehicles
led by Android platform to our customers in the near future.” -Ryugo
Nakao, Executive Vice President of Product Projects & Strategy Group
Headquarters, MITSUBISHI MOTORS.
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd
"As a constant innovation leader in
automotive technology, Nissan Motor Corporation gladly supports the
OAA’s efforts to make popular consumer technology accessible to all
drivers. We look forward to working with the OAA to integrate Android
Auto into Nissan and Infiniti vehicles around the world in the near
future," -Andy Palmer, Chief Planning Officer, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.
Nvidia Corporation
“NVIDIA’s expertise with Android ensures
that we will deliver the best Android Auto in-car experience working
with our OAA partners. As the leader in visual computing, NVIDIA is
dedicated to bringing advanced processing to the automotive industry,
making driving safer and more enjoyable.” -Rob Csongor, NVIDIA’s vice
president and general manager of automotive.
Panasonic Corporation
"As a number one OEM supplier of
infotainment systems, we are very excited to join this alliance to
provide more entertainment and comfort through making on-road experience
a seamless and stress-free transition from driver's daily life.
Panasonic is committed to creating a better life and our wide range of
automotive technology together with OAA can create huge opportunities
for advanced safety, seamless comfort, and above all, joy of driving."
-Masahisa Shibata, Managing Executive Officer of Panasonic Corporation
and President of Automotive Systems
Parrot SA
“Parrot is thrilled to team up with OAA members to
design new technologies for connected cars. After introducing the first
Android-powered car stereo with apps in 2011, Parrot is currently
developing robust infotainment solutions based on Android for several
major car manufacturers worldwide such as Volvo and McLaren. Our
engineers can’t wait to bring enhanced smartphone and tablet
connectivity to more drivers thanks to Android Auto.” -Henri Seydoux,
CEO, Parrot.
Pioneer Corporation
“As a leader in automotive infotainment
Pioneer is delighted to become a member of the Open Automotive Alliance.
We strive to create great in-car experiences for our customers and
believe that the technology being developed within the alliance will
facilitate this and allow us to continue to innovate within this
exciting market.” -Mr Takashige Nakano, Senior Executive Officer of
Pioneer.
Renault S.A.
“Joining the OAA with our partner Nissan is an
important step for us. Cars are becoming the next connected environment
of our customers and a good interaction with their smartphones is
critical. The link between the car and the smartphone should not only
allow continuity in services and features, but also ensure that safe
driving conditions are kept. We believe that joining OAA will allow us
to meet these objectives.” -Thierry Viadieu, Program Director for
Multimedia and Vehicle Connected Services, RENAULT
Renesas Electronics Corporation
“We are honored to join the
Open Automotive Alliance (OAA). Renesas R-Car solutions serve as a
platform to realize safe, secure and comfortable automobile society
through conversion of control and IT. OAA will be a key ecosystem for
the advancement of the IVI market and will enable us to provide even
more robust platform.” -R. Omura, Executive Vice President, Chief of 1st
Solution Business Unit, Renesas Electronics
SEAT, S.A.
“SEAT is excited to join the Open Automotive
Alliance. Extending the functionality of our infotainment products with
the use of Android in the cars it is the right example of Technology to
enjoy for our Young spirited brand.” -Dietmar Peters, head of SEAT
Electric and Electronic Development.
Škoda Auto
"Connectivity has become an important part of our
everyday lives. At ŠKODA, we believe in the power of creating flexible
and practical products. Through seamlessly integrating Android from
their mobile devices to the car, our valued customers will benefit from
enhanced connectivity, safety, and even more 'Simply Clever' solutions."
-Dr. Frank Welsch, Head of R&D at ŠkodaAuto.
Subaru
“It is a great honor for Subaru, to be able to
participate in the Open Automotive Alliance. Subaru have delivered
‘enjoyment and peace of mind’ through our vehicle product line for our
customers who seek adventures and enjoy active lifestyles. We believe
that these values will be more strengthened, by partnering with other
members through OAA.” -Akio Takai, General Manager, Subaru Product &
Portfolio Planning Division
Suzuki Motor Corporation
“With the participation in the OAA,
we are pleased to be able to deliver more pleasant and valuable motoring
life to even more customers by incorporating ever evolving advanced
devices into our products.” -Toshihiro Suzuki, Representative
Director/Executive Vice President, Global Marketing
Symphony Teleca Corporation
“We are very excited to join the
OAA and are committed to contributing to Android Auto and co-creating
the most advanced Android compliant solutions for the automotive market
with our customers. As a long established Android ecosystem scaling
partner and proven automotive systems integrator, we will help the
Android ecosystem realize the OAA vision of the connected car.” -Sanjay
Dhawan, President & CEO, Symphony Teleca Corporation
Volkswagen
“Volkswagen has been successfully integrating
Google services since 2009. Joining the Open Automotive Alliance is the
next milestone to connect our infotainment modules with the consumer
electronics world,” -Volkmar Tanneberger, Ph.D., Head of Electric and
Electronic Development
Volvo Car Group
“Volvo Car Group’s philosophy when it comes
to the use of the technology in our cars reflects our customers’ desire
get the best from their lives without adding complexity. Android Auto
represents another step towards creating a unique, enjoyable and
easy-to-use experience in Volvo cars.” -Lex Kerssemakers, Senior Vice
President, Product Strategy & Vehicle Line Management.
ABOUT OAA MEMBERS:
www.alpine.com
Continuing
to grow as a Mobile Media Innovation Company creating future value,
Alpine creates a safe, comfortable vehicle interior environment that
makes driving a pleasure with its cutting-edge in-car equipment and
systems. Music and image media and communication tools are diversifying
and moving to the next generation, while advances are being made in
cloud computing. Speedily embracing ceaseless technological innovation,
Alpine also seeks to provide an unprecedented in-car experience as a
specialist combining audio, visual, navigation and communication
functions with those that assist the driving process. In addition to
meeting the needs of society and the market with environmentally
friendly manufacturing and by contributing to a society in which cars
have a low impact on the environment, Alpine constantly takes up the
challenge to explore new business fields. For more information about
Alpine, visit www.alpine.com
www.audi.com
In
2012, the Audi Group delivered 1,455,123 cars of the Audi brand to its
customers, generated revenue of €48.8 billion and achieved an operating
profit of €5.4 billion. The Audi Group is globally present in more than
100 markets and currently employs more than 70,000 people worldwide,
including around 50,000 in Germany. Total investment of approximately
€11 billion is planned by 2015 – mainly in new products and sustainable
technologies. Audi lives up to its corporate responsibility and has
strategically established the principle of sustainability for its
products and processes. The long-term goal is CO2-neutral mobility.
www.bentleymotors.com
Bentley
Motors is the most sought after luxury car brand in the world. In 2013,
Bentley’s record year in the company’s 95-year history, one in every
four luxury cars delivered to customers worldwide was a Bentley. The
company’s headquarters in Crewe is home to all of its operations
including design, R&D, engineering and production of the company’s three
model lines, Continental, Flying Spur and Mulsanne. The combination of
fine craftsmanship, using skills that have been handed down through
generations, alongside engineering expertise and cutting-edge technology
is unique to UK luxury car brands such as Bentley. It is also an example
of high-value British manufacturing at its best.
www.clarion.com
Headquartered
in Cypress, California, Clarion Corporation of America is a subsidiary
of Japan-based Clarion Co. Ltd, which has been a consolidated subsidiary
of the Hitachi Group since 2006. Clarion has been an international
leader in car audio and electronics since 1940. The company is engaged
in the research, development, engineering, design, manufacturing, sales
and marketing of mobile entertainment, navigation, infotainment,
communication, safety and security products for the automotive, marine,
recreational vehicle, commercial fleet and heavy industry environments.
Clarion has been the recipient of numerous excellence awards for design,
innovation, support, manufacturing and product reliability from
independent organizations. The company has marketing and sales
affiliates in Europe, North and South America, Asia and Australia.
Clarion is located on the web at www.clarion.com.
www.cloudcar.com
CloudCar
was founded by a team of veteran Silicon Valley inventors with a passion
for creating innovative consumer products and services. Our team is
focused on building thoughtful automotive solutions that evolve with the
driver and remain current throughout their vehicle’s lifetime. That’s
our silver lining.
www.delphi.com
Delphi
Automotive PLC (NYSE: DLPH) is a leading global supplier of technologies
for the automotive and commercial vehicle markets. Headquartered in
Gillingham, England, Delphi operates major technical centers,
manufacturing sites and customer support services in 32 countries, with
regional headquarters in Bascharage, Luxembourg; Sao Paulo, Brazil;
Shanghai, China and Troy, Michigan, U.S. Delphi delivers innovation for
the real world with technologies that make cars and trucks safer as well
as more powerful, efficient and connected. Visit www.delphi.com.
www.fiatspa.com
Fiat
Chrysler Group is an international auto group engaged in industrial
activities in the automotive sector through companies located in 40
countries and has commercial relationships with customers in
approximately 150 countries. The Group designs, engineers, manufactures,
distributes and sells vehicles for the mass and premium markets.
www.corporate.ford.com
Ford
Motor Company, a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn,
Mich., manufactures or distributes automobiles across six continents.
With about 183,000 employees and 65 plants worldwide, the company’s
automotive brands include Ford and Lincoln. The company provides
financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. For more
information regarding Ford and its products worldwide, please visit www.corporate.ford.com.
www.freescale.com
Freescale
Semiconductor (NYSE: FSL) is a global leader in embedded processing
solutions, providing industry-leading products for the automotive,
consumer, industrial and networking markets. A longtime leader in the
automotive silicon space, Freescale maintains a vast portfolio of
microcontroller, sensor, analog and processor technologies engineered to
help Tier One suppliers and worldwide OEMs meet stringent automotive
market requirements. Freescale’s i.MX 6 platform is one of the most
broadly deployed applications processing technologies for automotive
infotainment systems worldwide, and the company has shipped more than 20
million i.MX devices for infotainment applications since 2006.
www.fujitsu-ten.com
FUJITSU
TEN LIMITED, established in 1972 with investment from FUJITSU LIMITED
and with additional investment from Toyota Motor Corporation and DENSO
Corporation in 1973, is a leading manufacturer of automotive electronic
equipment. It is a globally-recognized manufacturer of car navigation
and audio systems, ECU for engine and airbag control, and mobile
communication equipment, and is involved in the development of systems
that use sensor technologies such as cameras and millimeter wave radar
to detect obstacles near automobiles. FUJITSU TEN is expanding its
business globally by fulfilling orders for genuine products for TOYOTA
and other automobile manufactures both domestically and overseas. For
more information about the Group and its businesses, please visit
website at http://www.fujitsu-ten.com/
www.google.com
Google
is a global technology leader focused on improving the ways people
connect with information. Google's innovations in web search and
advertising have made its website a top Internet property and its brand
one of the most recognized in the world. Google is a trademark of Google
Inc. All other company and product names may be trademarks of the
respective companies with which they are associated.
www.gm.com
General
Motors Co. (NYSE:GM, TSX: GMM) and its partners produce vehicles in 30
countries, and the company has leadership positions in the world's
largest and fastest-growing automotive markets. GM, its subsidiaries and
joint venture entities sell vehicles under the Chevrolet, Cadillac,
Baojun, Buick, GMC, Holden, Jiefang, Opel, Vauxhall and Wuling brands.
More information on the company and its subsidiaries, including OnStar,
a global leader in vehicle safety, security and information services,
can be found at gm.com
www.harman.com
HARMAN
(NYSE:HAR) designs, manufactures and markets a wide range of audio and
infotainment solutions for the automotive, consumer and professional
markets – supported by 15 leading brands, including AKG®, Harman
Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®, Lexicon® and Mark Levinson®. The Company is
admired by audiophiles across multiple generations and supports leading
professional entertainers and the venues where they perform. More than
25 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio
and infotainment systems. HARMAN has a workforce of 15,200 people across
the Americas, Europe, and Asia and reported sales of $5.1 billion for
the last twelve months ended March 31, 2014.
www.honda.com
Honda
offers a complete lineup of cars and trucks through a network of more
than 1,000 dealerships in the United States. Honda has more than 30
years of experience producing automobiles in the region, which began
with the Accord in Marysville, Ohio, in November 1982. Having produced
more than 25 million vehicles in North America through 2012 using
domestic and globally sourced parts, Honda currently operates 14 major
manufacturing facilities in North America, producing a wide range of
Honda automobiles, all-terrain vehicles, power equipment products,
engines and transmissions.
www.hyundaimotorgroup.com
The
Hyundai Motor Group consists of more than fifty automotive-related
subsidiaries and affiliates led by South Korea's two largest automakers
– Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Motors Corporation. In 2013, the two
companies together sold 7.56 million vehicles produced at 31 plants in
nine countries. As two of the world's fastest growing automotive brands,
Hyundai and Kia are committed to providing top quality products and
experiences that go beyond customers' expectations. Together, Hyundai
and Kia serve as the official automotive partner of FIFA — the governing
body of the FIFA World Cup™.
www.infiniti.com
Infiniti
Motor Company Ltd. is headquartered in Hong Kong with sales operations
in approximately 50 countries. The Infiniti brand was launched in 1989.
Its range of premium automobiles is currently built in manufacturing
facilities in Japan and the United States. Production in China and
Europe will start soon along with the expansion of the brand’s
portfolio. As the Title Partner and Vehicle Performance Partner of
Infiniti Red Bull Racing, Infiniti has a far-reaching technical
collaboration with the Formula One team, and Sebastian Vettel, its
four-time World Champion driver, serves as Infiniti’s Director of
Performance. More information about Infiniti, its Total Ownership
Experience® and its industry leading technologies can be found at www.infiniti.com.
www.jvckenwood.com
JVCKENWOOD
is a global manufacturer specializing in electronics and entertainment
products. It was reborn in October 2011 through the merger of Victor
Company of Japan, Limited (JVC) and Kenwood Corporation (Kenwood) three
years after management integration. JVCKENWOOD operates four business
segments, Car Electronics, Professional Systems, Optical & Audio, and
Entertainment Software with image, sound, and radio technologies, as
well as audio and visual software. JVCKENWOOD creates excitement and
peace of mind, while aiming to achieve profitable growth and become a
business group that is widely trusted by society.
www.lg.com
LG
Electronics is a global leader and technology innovator in consumer
electronics, mobile communications and home appliances, employing 86,000
people working in 119 locations around the world. With 2013 global sales
of USD 53.10 billion, LG comprises five business units: Home
Entertainment, Mobile Communications, Home Appliance, Air Conditioning &
Energy Solution and Vehicle Components. The VC Company focuses on
commercializing eco-friendly automotive components and core solutions
for many of the world's biggest automobile brands based on LG's
proprietary technologies.
www.maserati.com
Maserati
produces a full line of two and four door models known for their
spacious handcrafted luxury, thoroughbred performance and everyday
usability. The range includes the flagship Quattroporte and Ghibli
sedans, GranTurismo coupe and GranCabrio convertible. The Quattroporte
and Ghibli are available with a range of advanced V6 gasoline and
turbodiesel engines, All-Wheel Drive and adaptive 8-speed automatic
transmission. The Quattroporte GTS is offered with a 530 hp V8, while
the GranTurismo and GranCabrio provide elegant comfort for four adults.
www.mazda.com
Founded
in Hiroshima in 1920, Mazda is imbued with a spirit of challenge. The
company has consistently defied convention and forged its own path in
search of innovation in vehicle design and engineering. Mazda is
determined to build a strong and lasting bond with its customers through
vehicles that offer the highest levels of environmental performance and
safety, without compromising on the brand’s renowned driving
performance. In 2013, Mazda delivered over 1,300,000 vehicles to
customers in more than 130 different countries.
www.mitsubishi-motors.com
MITSUBISHI
MOTORS CORPORATION is global vehicle manufacturer, selling and servicing
pickup trucks, minicars, minivans, SUVs and sedans in more than 160
countries. Reflecting the connection between cars, society and the
environment, the company is active in the popularization and development
of environment-friendly vehicles, such as the plug-in hybrid SUV
“Outlander PHEV” and the zero-emissions “i-MiEV” electric vehicle.
www.nissan-global.com
Nissan
Motor Co., Ltd., Japan's second-largest automotive company, is
headquartered in Yokohama, Japan, and is part of the Renault-Nissan
Alliance. Operating with more than 244,500 employees globally, Nissan
sold almost 5.2 million vehicles and generated revenue of 10.5 trillion
yen (USD 105 billion) in fiscal 2013. Nissan delivers a comprehensive
range of more than 60 models under the Nissan, Infiniti and Datsun
brands. In 2010, Nissan introduced the Nissan LEAF, and continues to
lead in zero-emission mobility. The LEAF, the first mass-market,
pure-electric vehicle launched globally, is now the best-selling EV in
history with almost 50% share of the zero-emission vehicle segment. For
more information on our products, services and commitment to sustainable
mobility, visit our website at http://www.nissan-global.com/EN/
www.nvidia.com
Since
1993, NVIDIA has pioneered the art and science of visual computing with
the invention of the graphics processing unit (GPU). One of the most
complex processors ever developed, the GPU has propelled computer
graphics from a feature into an ever-expanding industry encompassing
video games, movie production, product design, medical diagnosis,
scientific research, and now automotive. Today, NVIDIA powers the
infotainment, instrument cluster, and rear seat entertainment systems in
more than 5-million cars on the road. Tomorrow, NVIDIA will drive
developments in computer vision, image processing, machine learning and
augmented reality – all fields that will help define the automotive
experience of the future.
www.panasonic.net
Panasonic
Corporation is a worldwide leader in the development and engineering of
electronic technologies and solutions for customers in residential,
non-residential, mobility and personal applications. Since its founding
in 1918, the company has expanded globally and now operates over 500
consolidated companies worldwide, recording consolidated net sales of
7.74 trillion yen for the year ended March 31, 2014. Committed to
pursuing new value through innovation across divisional lines, the
company strives to create a better life and a better world for its
customers. For more information about Panasonic, please visit the
company's website at http://panasonic.net/.
www.parrot.com
Founded
in 1994, Parrot designs, develops and markets advanced consumer
electronics products for smartphones and tablets as well as high-tech
solutions in the Automotive and UAV (Unmaned Aerial Vehicle) markets. In
Automotive, Parrot has long been a world leader with the most extensive
range of hands-free communication systems. Drawing from this expertise,
Parrot introduced connected infotainment products, the Parrot ASTEROID
range for aftermarket retail and also offers a complete infotainment
platform tailored to the needs of auto manufacturers and including long
term innovation based on Android and Ethernet. Headquartered in Paris,
with subsidiaries in Europe, Asia and the United States Parrot currently
employs more than 850 people worldwide and generates the majority of its
sales overseas. Parrot is listed on the French stock Exchange (Euronext
Paris since 2006 - PARRO).
www.pioneer.jp
Pioneer
Corporation is a leading global manufacturer of electronic products for
the consumer and professional markets. To embody our philosophy, “Move
the heart and Touch the Soul”, Pioneer brings the world ever-new
products and services in the areas of Car Electronics, Home Electronics
and other related devices and solutions. It also develops organic EL
lightings, medical and healthcare equipment-related products. Its shares
are traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. For more information on Pioneer,
visit the company's website at http://pioneer.jp/index-e.php
www.renault.com
The
Renault group, present in 118 countries, designs, develops, manufactures
and sells passenger cars and light commercial vehicles under the
Renault, Dacia and Renault Samsung Motors brands. To meet the new
challenges facing the automotive industry, both environmental and
economic, Renault is improving existing technologies with new
generations of carbon-efficient engines and implementing its
breakthrough ‘Zero Emissions’ program. Renault has rolled out a complete
zero-emission range with Fluence Z.E. and Kangoo Z.E., Twizy and ZOE.
This range brings innovation within the reach of the greatest number.
With its partner Nissan, Renault is targeting global leadership in the
mass marketing of zero-emission vehicles. More information on www.renault.com
www.renesas.com
Renesas
Electronics Corporation (TSE: 6723), the world's number one supplier of
microcontrollers, is a premier supplier of advanced semiconductor
solutions including microcontrollers, SoC solutions and a broad range of
analog and power devices. Business operations began as Renesas
Electronics in April 2010 through the integration of NEC Electronics
Corporation (TSE:6723) and Renesas Technology Corp., with operations
spanning research, development, design and manufacturing for a wide
range of applications. Headquartered in Japan, Renesas Electronics has
subsidiaries in 20 countries worldwide. More information can be found at www.renesas.com.
www.seat.com
SEAT
is the only company in its sector with the full-range capacity to
design, develop, manufacture and market cars in Spain. A member of the
Volkswagen Group, the multinational has its headquarters in Martorell
(Barcelona), exporting more than 80% of its vehicles, and is present in
more than 75 countries. In 2013 SEAT achieved a business volume of 6,473
million euros, the highest figure in its history, with worldwide sales
of 355,000 units.
www.skoda-auto.com
ŠKODA
AUTO
- is one of the longest-established vehicle production companies in the world. Since 1895, the Czech headquarters in Mladá Boleslav has seen the production firstly of bicycles and then, shortly afterwards motorbikes and cars.
- currently has seven passenger car models: Citigo, Fabia, Roomster/Praktik, Rapid, Octavia, Yeti and Superb.
- delivered around 920,800 vehicles to customers worldwide in 2013.
- has belonged to Volkswagen since 1991. The VW Group is one of the most successful automotive groups in the world. ŠKODA, in association with the Group, independently manufactures and develops vehicles, as well as components, engines and gear transmissions.
- operates at three locations in the Czech Republic, produces in China, Russia, Slovakia and India mainly through Group partnerships, as well as in Ukraine and Kazakhstan through local partners.
- employs over 25,800 people globally and is active in more than 100 markets.
www.subaru-global.com
Subaru
is the automotive division of Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. (FHI), a
multifaceted transport equipment manufacturer active on the global stage
under three key pillars: Subaru Automobile Business; Aerospace Company;
Industrial Products Company. FHI has grown and expanded on the strength
of its core automotive business. From unique models with the "Subaru
360" and "Subaru 1000" and moving to AWD passenger vehicles as the
Outback, Legacy, Forester, Impreza, WRX, Subaru XV and Subaru BRZ. Our
engineering excellence and epoch-making technologies have been highly
praised by our customer: Horizontally-Opposed Boxer Engine, Symmetrical
All-Wheel drive and advanced driving support system "EyeSight" in
automotive business; unmanned aircraft system in aerospace business.
www.globalsuzuki.com
SUZUKI
is providing a full range of products including automobiles,
motorcycles, outboard motors, motorized wheelchairs and industrial
equipment constantly going forward to meet diversifying lifestyles. In
2013, Suzuki produced automobiles in 12 countries and delivered more
than 269 million units in 176 countries and regions. Suzuki has more
than 50 years of experience producing automobiles since 1955 as an
expert in compact vehicle and 4WD technologies.
www.symphonyteleca.com
Symphony
Teleca Corporation (STC) is a global innovation and development services
company across embedded, cloud and analytics driving innovation-led
revenue growth for its clients. STC has enabled hundreds of global
brands in telecom, automotive, retail, healthcare, media and financial
services to dramatically improve innovation speed, productivity and
quality. Symphony Teleca is a fast growing global company with more than
7,500 employees in over 40 offices worldwide, including delivery centers
in Asia, Australia, Europe and the Americas. To learn more, visit www.symphonyteleca.com.
www.vw.com
The
Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand headquartered in Wolfsburg is one of
twelve brands belonging to the Volkswagen Group and one of the world’s
most successful volume manufacturers, delivering via its worldwide
import and sales partners some 5.9 million vehicles in 2013. With more
than 70 models, the Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand has one of the
broadest and most attractive product portfolios in the automobile
industry – from the up! city car to the Phaeton luxury limousine. The
drive technologies offered by the Volkswagen sales network range from
efficient petrol and diesel engines and natural gas systems to plug-in
hybrids and electric motors.
www.volvocars.com
Volvo
has been in operation since 1927. Today, Volvo is one of the most
well-known and respected car brands in the world with sales of 427,000
in 2013 in about 100 countries. Volvo Cars has been under the ownership
of the Zhejiang Geely Holding (Geely Holding) of China since 2010. It
formed part of the Swedish Volvo Group until 1999, when the company was
bought by Ford Motor Company of the US. In 2010, Volvo Cars was acquired
by Geely Holding. For more information please visit: https://www.media.volvocars.com/