Infineon Technologies Asia Pacific Pte Ltd and The Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on developing advanced semiconductor solutions for the Indian automotive sector. The collaboration will focus on the development of EV inverters and vehicle control units tailored for use in electric vehicles in India. Both parties are enhancing market visibility and promoting these drivetrain solutions in order to drive the adoption of the solutions by automotive manufacturers across the country.
In addition to drivetrain solutions, the collaboration will also cover joint development of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Automated Driving (AD) solutions like
Automated Emergency Braking (AEB), Blind Spot Detection (BSD), and Lane Keep Assist (LKA).
“We are delighted to partner with ARAI to bring cutting-edge semiconductor solutions to the Indian automotive industry,” said Chua Chee Seong, President and Managing Director of Infineon Technologies Asia Pacific Pte Ltd. “This collaboration will enable us to combine our technological expertise with ARAI’s extensive knowledge of the local market, ultimately driving innovation and enhancing the efficiency of automotive semiconductor solutions in India.”
The collaboration also addresses the growing importance of cybersecurity in today’s connected cars and software-defined vehicles. Infineon and ARAI will continue to support that products and solutions from both entities address and mitigate various cybersecurity challenges, contributing to robust and secured automotive solutions.
“This alliance will enable the development of sophisticated automotive technologies specifically designed for Indian conditions and requirements,” said Makarand Pathak, Deputy Director Business Development & Corporate Planning at ARAI. “Through this collaboration, we aim to create a robust ecosystem for automotive technology development in India, focusing on technologies that enhance vehicle safety, reduce pollution, and improve efficiency.”
