HARMAN, a leading automotive technology company and subsidiary of Samsung Electronics, has unveiled an advanced in-vehicle display that elevates the driving experience with consumer-tech-level visuals. This cutting-edge display, set to debut in the all-new Tata Harrier.ev, represents the first automotive integration of Samsung’s proprietary Neo QLED technology, exclusively licensed and optimised by HARMAN for vehicle applications.

The new 14.53-inch floating Neo QLED display delivers stunning home-theatre-quality visuals with vibrant colours, deep contrast and enhanced brightness, all powered by intelligent algorithms and a sleek, modern design. Engineered to perform flawlessly in all lighting conditions, the display incorporates HARMAN’s proprietary real-time visual control technology, which dynamically adjusts image output to optimize power efficiency. Among its key innovations are the industry’s first cadmium-free Quantum Dot display with intelligent Blue Mini-LED control, 1200-nit peak brightness, true black levels and an expansive 95 percent NTSC colour gamut. The ultra-slim design, featuring bezels under five mm, ensures a seamless and sophisticated aesthetic.

This breakthrough builds on HARMAN’s longstanding partnership with Tata Motors, which began with the integration of JBL audio systems in Tata vehicles across India. With the Harrier.ev, the collaboration now extends to premium branded displays, reinforcing both companies’ commitment to innovation and superior in-car experiences.

Shilpa Dely, Vice President – Displays, HARMAN, said, “We’ve brought together Samsung’s cutting-edge consumer display innovation and HARMAN’s deep automotive expertise to create something truly unique: a first-of-its-kind, in-vehicle visual experience that brings living room TV-level brilliance to the road. We have finally closed the gap between consumer and automotive display technology – and we’re proud to debut this global breakthrough with our trusted partners at Tata Motors.”

Anand Kulkarni, Chief Products Officer, Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Limited, said, “We’re committed to delivering world-class technology to Indian consumers. Together with HARMAN, we're bringing the best of consumer display innovation in India’s most capable SUV, the recently launched Harrier.ev, transforming it into a true third living space after home and office. This collaboration sets a new standard for in-cabin experiences – not just in India, but around the world.”

Sanjeev Kulkarni, Vice President – Sales, HARMAN, said, “Our partnership with Tata Motors spans more than a decade and is built on a like-minded approach to innovation, along with a joint promise to deliver the very best in-cabin experiences to our customers,”. “From JBL premium audio to advanced intelligent cockpit solutions, HARMAN is a defining part of the Tata driving experience. With the introduction of our new display product, we’re proud to take that collaboration even further.”

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Bengaluru-based deep-tech battery start-up Flowatt Battery Science has raised INR 22 million in its pre-seed funding round led by accelerator PedalStart.

The capital will be directed towards technology optimisation, completing the proof-of-concept (POC) for its electric battery and building alliances with insurers, EV financiers, OEMs and other stakeholders.

Flowatt focuses on powering commercial mobility fleets for e-commerce and quick-commerce segments. It uses a Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) pay-per-use model for electric two-wheelers and three-wheelers, which aims to lower battery purchase costs for fleet operators. The service uses IoT-enabled tracking and data analytics to optimise battery performance and cost-efficiency.

The company has scaled its BaaS model to nearly 1,500 batteries across multiple Indian cities. Following the funding, Flowatt plans to deploy over 20,000 batteries under its BaaS offering, achieve over INR 25 million monthly recurring revenue (MRR), and expand to more than 15 cities across tier 1 and tier 2 India by the end-FY2027.

Siddhartha Srivastava, Bikesh Jha and Vikash Singh, Co-Founders of Flowatt Battery Science, said: “We are thrilled to announce our pre-seed round led by PedalStart, a significant milestone set to propel Flowatt’s journey ahead. In the near term, the funds raised shall be instrumental in enabling us to optimise and scale our new battery-as-a-service solution that offers a three-fold edge- minimal cost, longest battery life and assured buyback guarantee. As the electric mobility scene in India soars, managing EV batteries efficiently throughout their lifecycle has emerged as an imperative. At Flowatt, we’re doing this by combining cutting-edge battery science with data science and aiming to bridge the gaps between advanced energy storage technologies and long-term value creation for the ecosystem. Our unique BaaS model and tech ensure that India’s EV owners and fleet operators can make efficient data-driven decisions, while minimising costs and negative environmental impact. In the long run, we aspire to make EV adoption more affordable, accessible, profitable and sustainable.”

Manas Pal and Aditya Darolia, Co-Founders, PedalStart, said,: “As India accelerates towards large-scale electrification, Flowatt is solving one of the most pressing challenges in the nation’s EV ecosystem today- the economics of battery adoption. By shifting batteries from being a capital-heavy purchase to a flexible service offering, they are removing the biggest pain points with commercial EV adoption. Plus, their focus on battery assurance, lifecycle management and second-life applications makes them one of the most exciting deep-tech players today. We were impressed by the founding team’s domain experience and expertise, dedication to execution and vision, and are extremely happy to be a part of their growth story as Flowatt’s early believer, investor and backer.”

Flowatt offers real-time health monitoring and lifecycle underwriting through its in-house technology, which is designed to promote a circular energy economy by extending battery life and enabling second-life applications.

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Pune-headquartered software-defined vehicle development company KPIT Technologies has acquired a majority stake in N-Dream AG, the Swiss company behind the AirConsole platform. KPIT, which previously held a 26 percent share, will increase its ownership to nearly 90 percent.

N-Dream's AirConsole platform provides in-car gaming and is used by manufacturers including BMW, MINI, Volkswagen, Audi and Porsche. The acquisition strengthens KPIT’s position in the software-defined vehicle market and accelerates N-Dream’s mission to develop in-car digital experiences.

Andrin von Rechenberg, Founder, N-Dream, said, “What began as a bold idea in Switzerland has grown into a platform used by leading carmakers around the world. With KPIT’s partnership, our innovation culture and creative roots remain at the core of everything we do, while giving us the reach and resources to shape the future of in-car experiences.”

Anthony Cliquot, CEO, N-Dream AG, said, “By joining forces with KPIT, we can accelerate our mission to bring fantastic experiences to cars and their users. With KPIT’s scale and reach, we’re ready to take what we’ve built to a truly global audience.”

The AirConsole platform allows passengers to use their smartphones as controllers to play games on the car’s infotainment screen. N-Dream plans to expand its vision beyond gaming to develop a new generation of in-cabin software focused on interactivity, personalisation, and connected services.

Kishor Patil, CEO, KPIT Technologies, said, “N-Dream’s creativity and technology perfectly complement KPIT’s roadmap for next-generation mobility. Together, we will help define the next era of software-defined vehicles, where immersive, connected and personalised experiences are an integral part of driving.”

Following up to the move, N-Dream will remain an independent entity within the KPIT Group. Anthony Cliquot and Andrin von Rechenberg will continue to lead the company as CEO and Chief of Innovation, respectively.

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Polestar has launched Polestar Fleet Telematics, an advanced connected service designed to revolutionize the management of electric vehicle fleets. This powerful system delivers a continuous stream of real-time data and actionable insights, enabling operators to significantly boost efficiency and lower costs through smarter, predictive planning.

Seamlessly integrating with established fleet management platforms, it requires no additional hardware, simplifying adoption. Created in collaboration with partners Echoes, Geotab and High Mobility, the service also fosters an enhanced customer experience via a fully connected ecosystem. With its scalable architecture for global markets, the solution is available across the entire Polestar range, providing a uniform and sophisticated tool for international fleet operators.

Ramon Lingen, Head of Global Fleet and Pre-owned, said, “Given our extensive fleet customer base, this marks a major milestone for Polestar and a big step forward for our customers. Polestar Fleet Telematics combines sustainability with intelligence – empowering operators to make smarter, data-driven decisions that benefit both their business and the planet.”

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Adient, a global leader in car seating and Autoliv, a global supplier of car safety systems, have co-developed safety solutions to enhance occupant protection in deeply reclined or ‘zero-gravity’ seating positions. The solution, which is ready for mass production, combines Adient’s new seating concept ‘Z-Guard’ with Autoliv’s safety technology.

The partners stated that zero-gravity seating is seeing an increasing demand in mid-end to high-end vehicles. However, the reclined posture can reduce the effectiveness of safety systems designed for standard upright seating.

Adient’s Z-Guard is based on the principle of Multi-Dimensional Collaborative Protection and integrates constraint and energy-absorbing technologies into a dynamic safety system. Key innovations include:

• Active Cushion Collapse Mechanism: This feature rapidly collapses the seat frame in a crash to absorb energy and adjust posture, reducing spinal impact.
• Adjustable Seat Belt Outlet: This feature adapts to passenger posture and body type, enhancing restraint and minimising risks like shoulder slippage.

Autoliv’s technology complements this with an Integrated Seatbelt System, Dynamic Lumbar Retractor, Pelvic Cushion Airbag and Head Side Airbag. These systems work to protect the head, neck, chest and pelvis.

The Z-Guard concept also allows integration with vehicle driver assistance systems. Using predictive signals, it employs motor-driven seat repositioning to adjust the occupant’s posture before a collision to reduce injury risk. If a crash cannot be detected in time, Z-Guard provides protection through dual pretensioners, cushion buffering and a collapse mechanism to prevent forward movement.

Adient is leading the commercialisation of the Z-Guard, which is scheduled for production in a high-volume model from a major global OEM.

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