Tata Technologies, a leading global engineering and product development digital services company,  and GKN Automotive, a global leader in development and supply of driveline systems and ePowertrain technologies, have opened a new software development hub for e-mobility solutions in Bengaluru. The centre aims to be a world-class hub for engineering talent in the automotive industry. It will be working on the latest and next-gen technologies with some of the leading OEMs across the world.

The center will enable the development of end-to-end powertrain software and also development of various components of the vehicles, including for the combustion vehicles. With this partnership, GKN will bring in its IP (Intellectual Property), its technology and its access to a global customer base. Tata Technologies will bring in its skills, capabilities and knowhow to operate such a centre in India.

Speaking on the opportunities from the growing EV space, Warren Harris, CEO & MD, Tata Technologies, said, “Last year itself, there were 2.3 million electric vehicles sold which represents a penetration rate of 2.4 percent. By 2030, electric vehicles are likely to make up more than 35 percent of all the vehicles sold in the world. This collaboration with GKN Automotive will significantly contribute towards the development of the next generation of electric vehicles that are sustainable and help us achieve a greener world.”

Warren further adds, “The real challenge for electric mobility in India is the prices. Prices are the real driver of consumer sentiments and we need to have the ability to apply frugal innovation or engineering capabilities to the technologies that are being developed in different parts of the world. We have a strong reputation in the EV space, particularly, in terms of lightweighting and vehicle integration. We have strong relations with Chinese OEMs like for the Nio.”

Dr Rainer Link, Vice President Engineering, e-Powertrain, GKN Automotive said, “It brings us immense pleasure to be a part of this software hub. This partnership with Tata gives us access to world-class engineering talents. This is essential for us in our transformation from mechanical to software and electronics. The innovations coming from this tech centre will enable our e-drive technologies to grow further.”

Rainer further adds, “All the global OEMs are making a rapid shift to e-mobility with the government encouraging with incentives and all the legal points over emissions. This new hub would be able to support global automotive manufacturers with future electrification programs.”

Nachiket Paranjpe, Senior Vice President, EU-Sales, Tata Technologies said, “Since we work on a lot of software components, this hub would predominantly deal with gearboxes, battery chargers, inverters and similar others. The skills that are being leveraged at this centre is primarily software development. Many companies have started working with a common software platform called the AUTOSAR. We can implement, configure and test AUTOSAR-compliant software.”

Arun Krishnamurthi, President-Sales, Europe, Tata Technologies, said, “The collaboration combines GKN’s proven expertise in e-drive systems with Tata Technologies’s expertise in the embedded and electrical space. This will place our product engineering capabilities in the embedded space among the European OEMs. It would especially aid in establishing a bigger impression among the German OEMs.”

Dr Christoph Gillen, Director, Product Technology, Electrical Systems, GKN Automotive said, “This partnership with Tata Technologies would enable GKN Automotive to advance its products for electrified vehicles, increase efficiencies and become an even more attractive partner for global automotive manufacturers. ”

Today, the centre has 42 engineers and expects to have more than 100 engineers by the end of the year. Commissioned in March 2020, the centre saw a soft launch on September 2 and has been operational even in these COVID-19 pandemic periods. The centre is equipped with various testing capabilities that ensures that the functions are implemented properly and the features that are developed for a particular component are accurate. 

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Gabriel India, the listed flagship company of Anand Group, has entered into a joint venture with South Korea-based HL Klemove to acquire a 30 percent minus one share stake in HL Klemove India for USD 98.44 million (INR 9.35 billion).

The joint venture will focus on the development, manufacturing and commercialisation of autonomous driving components, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems and automotive electronics.

The product portfolio includes radar, front cameras, LiDAR, automated driving and parking control units with embedded ADAS software, brake electronic control units, steering electronic control units, chassis control units and torque sensors.

Jaisal Singh, Vice-Chairman, Anand Group, said, “As a key growth engine of the Anand Group, Gabriel India is focused on building scale, enhancing competitiveness, and broadening its presence across high-growth automotive segments. Our latest joint venture with HL Klemove represents a strategic step forward in this endeavour.”

Anjali Singh, Executive Chairperson of Anand Group and Gabriel India, said, “Bolstering our position across critical automotive systems while expanding our participation in future-oriented mobility and automotive technology segments, this new JV for autonomous driving and automotive electronics marks an important inflection point, enabling Gabriel India to further diversify its portfolio and strengthen its participation in emerging mobility segments.”

Mahendra K Goyal, Group CEO, Anand and Managing Director of Gabriel India, said, “Beyond unlocking new opportunities for growth, this collaboration will foster deeper OEM engagement, expand our participation in future mobility solutions and create enduring value for all stakeholders.”

The investment aligns with Gabriel India’s strategy to expand into automotive sectors, following previous joint ventures in sunroofs, lubricants, electric vehicle fluids and precision fasteners.

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CarYaar Auto Private Limited, a DPIIT-recognised technology startup, has announced the appointment of Sahaib Singh as its new Co-Founder and Head of Technology. The company, which operates within India’s fragmented car servicing ecosystem, is focused on integrating transparency and digital trust into the automotive aftermarket. Singh’s arrival marks a pivotal moment for the firm as it works to expand its technological infrastructure and formalize a sector traditionally characterised by informal practices.

Bringing over a decade of experience as a full-stack technologist across mobility, freight and artificial intelligence platforms, Singh will now spearhead the company’s technology strategy and product development. His leadership comes at a critical juncture as CarYaar advances its integrated digital platform, which aims to seamlessly connect car owners, workshops and other stakeholders within the automotive service network. The company is prioritising practical solutions over complex enterprise systems, developing a mobile-first, offline-capable and WhatsApp-native interface to ensure accessibility for multi-brand workshops and customers alike.

Under Singh’s technical direction, the platform is being tailored to serve three distinct user groups with specific operational tools. Workshops are equipped with digital job cards, photo-based inspections, parts tracking and billing systems, while service advisors and managers receive web-based applications for estimate creation and analytics. For car owners, the service enables booking, real-time job tracking and digital payments through WhatsApp, eliminating the need for a separate application. The overarching goal is to use technology not merely to digitise existing processes but to fundamentally enhance the relationship between vehicle owners and service providers.

CarYaar’s model emphasises transparency through features such as real-time photo documentation, pre-approved estimates and digital billing, offering customers clear visibility into their vehicle’s service journey. Currently operating with a network of certified empanelled workshops in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, the startup is actively building a broader technology-enabled ecosystem that includes multi-brand services, roadside assistance and spares management. This strategic expansion reinforces the company’s commitment to developing simple, accessible and genuinely useful technology for the Indian workshop environment.

Joel Daniel D’Souza, Co-Founder & Director, CarYaar Auto Private Limited, said, “Sahaib brings a strong combination of technology depth and experience across mobility and emerging technology platforms. As we scale CarYaar, technology will be central to how we connect customers and workshops, create transparency and bring greater efficiency to the entire ecosystem. His leadership will be critical as we move from building the foundation to scaling the platform.”

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Tata Communications and Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles have entered into a collaboration to equip the Sierra.ev with embedded 5G cellular connectivity, targeting the deployment of software-defined vehicles (SDVs) in India.

As per the understanding, the Tata Communications MOVE Connected Vehicle Platform will integrate into the car's software architecture, designated as N.IO. The system supports artificial intelligence applications, content streaming, over-the-air software updates, optional subscription packages and vehicle functions including emergency calls, remote assistance and real-time diagnostics.

Vivek Manglik, Executive Vice-President of Interaction Fabric at Tata Communications, said, “Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles has consistently set benchmarks for innovation in the automotive industry, and we are excited to collaborate on the launch of the Sierra.ev. As vehicles evolve into intelligent ecosystems that enable a growing range of services and applications, the underlying digital fabric will be central to fostering innovation and scaling new capabilities. This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to shaping a smarter mobility experience that will securely enhance convenience and personalisation.”

Sven Patuschka, CTO, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, said, “As vehicles become increasingly software-defined, highly intuitive digital connectivity and services will play a central role in shaping customer experiences. The Sierra.ev marks an important step in this evolution, and our collaboration with Tata Communications provides the robust digital backbone required to deliver seamless connectivity, continuous innovation, and enhanced in-vehicle experiences. Together, we are enabling technologies that allow vehicles to adapt, improve, and deliver greater value throughout their lifecycle.”

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Tata Consultancy Services has entered into an agreement with Porsche to acquire 100 percent of MHP Management- und IT-Beratung, the car maker's management and IT consulting subsidiary.

The transaction remains subject to regulatory and antitrust approvals and is expected to close in the coming months.

Furthermore, the acquisition is paired with a 5-year strategic agreement between TCS and Porsche to deploy artificial intelligence (AI) technologies across the automaker's value chain.

As per the understanding, MHP will operate as an independent consulting firm and retain its brand identity within TCS, combining MHP's automotive consulting operations across Europe with TCS's engineering, cloud and AI infrastructure.

Federico Magno, Group CEO, MHP, said, “MHP’s sweet spot has always been where entrepreneurial thinking, deep industry expertise and technology come together to make transformation happen. With TCS, we are bringing together MHP’s deep automotive and industrial capabilities with global scale, AI, engineering and technology expertise. This gives us an even stronger platform to accelerate our next chapter – with more capabilities, more reach and greater impact for our clients. Most importantly, it creates new opportunities for our people and clients to shape the future of industry.”

K Krithivasan, CEO and MD, Tata Consultancy Services, said, “TCS is pleased to partner Porsche in its transformation journey. As AI, software and data redefine the automotive industry, this partnership brings together TCS’ capabilities in AI, engineering and technology and business transformation with MHP’s strong automotive consulting expertise. Together, we will industrialise AI at scale for Porsche, accelerating innovation across the value chain to deliver intelligent, software-defined mobility experiences of the future.”

As part of the multi-year deal, TCS and MHP will establish an AI Mobility Centre of Excellence to develop and deploy artificial intelligence systems for manufacturing, engineering, supply-chain operations, and customer service applications.

Dr Michael Leiters, CEO and Chairman of the Executive Board, Porsche AG, said, “Porsche is taking another important step in its strategy to focus resolutely on its core business with the transfer of MHP to Tata Consultancy Services. At the same time, we are gaining a strategic partner in TCS. By combining Porsche's automotive expertise with TCS's digital technology and AI capabilities, we will further strengthen our innovative power, increase efficiency and boost our competitiveness in an increasingly data- and software-driven world of mobility.”

The move enables Porsche to focus resources on its core vehicle operations while retaining MHP and TCS as external technology partners for its IT and digital transformation requirements.

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