According to industry experts congregated at the EV & AutoTech Innovation Forum, organized by Konnect Worldwide, emerging technologies like ADAS, AI, cybersecurity for software-defined vehicles, EVs, in-vehicle connectivity, and connected vehicles are at the forefront of the automotive industry.
During the one-day event, the Software Defined Vehicles (SDVs), or softwarization of the vehicle, caught the interest of thought leaders in the Indian automotive sector. Prominent industry participants and executives participated in the discussion, where they talked about the future direction of the Indian automotive sector.
The automotive sector is being disrupted by software integration in linked Vehicles and EVs, coupled with upcoming advances in passenger automobiles linked mobility technology. These topics were the subject of lively talks led by industry professionals outside the event.
Themes of EV & AutoTech Innovation Forum 2024
An ever-growing emphasis is being placed on the role that software plays in a vehicle due to the demand for cutting-edge features like connectivity, high-performance computing, driver assistance/autonomous driving, and safety, as well as current trends like electric vehicles (EVs) and increased efficiency norms.
The themes of the EV & AutoTech Innovation Forum 2024 included software-defined cars, ADAS megatrends for the upcoming ten years, hardware-software convergence, and developing roadmaps in EV charging technologies. Hundreds of top EV enterprises, OEMs and ODMs, auto companies, infotainment manufacturers of electronics, sensors, and smart devices, investors, and thought leaders in the auto sector from all across India participated in the forum.
As an AutoTech partner, MediaTek, the world’s major fabless semiconductor manufacturer that powers almost 2 billion connected devices annually, supoorted the day-long event with the theme “Hello World, Disrupt the Future.”
Leaders from MediaTek, Jio, BOSCH, TVS, VVDN Technologies, Harman, Visteon, Euler Motors, TVS, LML, Omega Seiki Mobility, and Maruti Suzuki were among the industry professionals in attendance at the EV & AutoTech Innovation Forum. The interactive workshops covered a range of cutting-edge topics, including hardware-software integration, linked mobility, digital cockpits, ADAS megatrends, software-defined vehicles, AI-powered in-cabin experiences, and emerging roadmaps in EV charging technology. 
Speaking at the EV & AutoTech Innovation Forum, India, Mike Chang, Corporate Vice President and General Manager of Automotive Platform Business Unit, MediaTek said, “India is one of the world’s leading automotive growth hubs and as such a key focus market for us. The automotive landscape is witnessing significant transformation globally and the forum today is another milestone in driving insightful conversations for the future of mobility. New-age technologies in-vehicle such as intelligent automotive systems, Generative AI-powered cabins, ADAS, connectivity, cloud computing are fast-tracking automotive solutions with incredible experiences and advancements in vehicles.
“At MediaTek, leveraging our industry-leading expertise in smartphone, connectivity and multimedia technologies will add to strengthening our Dimensity Automotive portfolio to drive key capabilities that includes impressive Generative AI, high-performance computing, extensive feature integration, and innate energy efficiency. Our collaborations with OEMs help to deliver immersive, advanced in-vehicle user experiences with cybersecurity capabilities and enhanced connectivity, added Mike Chang.”
Anku Jain, Managing Director, MediaTek India said, “As new disruptive technologies take centerstage, India is leading the future of automotive advancements and disruptions. MediaTek, with the MediaTek Dimensity Auto Portfolio, is driving the future of intelligent, always-connected vehicles. After witnessing dominant growth in the smartphone and smart devices market, we are gearing up to expand our focus on the automotive sector. Our focus is to leverage decades of expertise across several categories in technology to deliver the smart life on wheels and help drive the wider ecosystem and ultimately new experiences and capabilities in vehicles.”
Harshvardhan Sharma, Head Auto Retail Practice, Nomura said “As we stand on the cusp of a new era in automotive innovation, the importance of connected and digital cockpits, along with software-defined vehicles and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), cannot be overstated. These technologies are set to revolutionize the driving experience, enhancing safety, connectivity, and convenience for drivers across India. It’s a privilege to be part of the conversation’s at the EV & AutoTech Innovation Forum, where industry leaders deep-dived into the transformative potential of these advancements and explored the future of automotive technology in India.“
Aman Khanna, Founder & Director, Konnect Worldwide added Electric Mobility is a top priority of Govt. of India with a target of 30% electric vehicles by 2030. We are thrilled to host this power packed industry event & offer a best platform in the country to the wide range of tech companies, Investors and other key stakeholders in Automotive Sector. EV & AutoTech Innovation Forum further cemented our resolve in designing quality platforms to empower industry leaders in terms of interacting, connecting and exchanging ideas – thereby leading to a positive change. We are thankful to the industry for the overwhelming support to EV & AutoTech Innovation Forum.
