Aptiv PLC, a producer of electric mobility solutions, has opened a new Software, Advanced Safety & User Experience (AS&UX) Technical Centre in Chennai, India. The facility spans more than 34,000 square feet and is designed to support up to 500 engineers by 2026. It includes laboratories and testing infrastructure focused on artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and safety-critical systems.
The centre was inaugurated by Javed Khan, Executive Vice President and President of Software, Advanced Safety and User Experience at Aptiv, and Velusamy R, President, Automotive Business, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. “This center will strengthen our ability to localize AI/ML-powered ADAS and advanced interior sensing technologies for the Indian market, reflecting our confidence in India’s engineering talent and bringing us closer to our customers—so together, we can build a safer, smarter future here in India,” said Khan,
This is Aptiv’s fourth technical centre in India. It will focus on the development of advanced driver-assistance system (ADAS) perception tools, in-cabin sensing technologies, and software-defined infotainment platforms. The facility will also contribute to Aptiv’s cloud-native architecture and will integrate hardware, software, and edge technologies from Wind River.
Over the last two years, Aptiv has invested more than USD 60 million in its AS&UX operations in India. The company currently employs over 13,000 people in the country across eight manufacturing plants, four technical centres, and a tooling centre.
Aptiv PLC is a technology company that develops solutions in the areas of safety, electrification, and connectivity. The company operates engineering centres, manufacturing sites, and customer support operations globally.