Tata Elxsi, a global leader in design and technology services, has announced that Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India has selected it for vehicle software engineering and the development of Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs).
Mercedes-Benz has been setting benchmarks in automotive excellence for nearly 140 years and continues to lead the industry through its pioneering advancements in SDVs. The company's integrated software architecture is designed to enhance vehicle capabilities, deliver intuitive interfaces, and optimise performance—elevating the user experience and adapting to evolving driver needs.
Tata Elxsi is working with leading OEMs across the globe to build SDV platforms that accelerate innovation and ensure software scalability across vehicle models and platforms—at lower costs and with shared accountability. The company combines expertise across autonomous, electric, and connected vehicle technologies, AI, and software-defined architectures. This is supported by state-of-the-art laboratories, Mobility Innovation Centres, and its proprietary solutions, including the AVENIR SDV suite and AUTONOMAI ADAS suite.
Manoj Raghavan, Managing Director and CEO, Tata Elxsi, said, "This collaboration underscores our deep domain expertise and capabilities in automotive software and digital technologies, including Software-Defined Vehicles. It offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the Mercedes-Benz vision of building the world's most desirable cars. Our partnership with MBRDI spans over a decade, and this engagement marks a significant milestone—paving the way for further growth and deeper collaboration."