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Mumbai: Kia India launched the advanced Kia Connect 2.0 platform, transforming in-car connectivity and user experience across all connected car variants. The company partnered with Airtel Business, the B2B division of Bharti Airtel, to introduce the Kia Connect 2.0 platform for its connected cars. By integrating Airtel’s robust nationwide network, Kia Connect 2.0 enables secure real-time data connectivity, revolutionising vehicle management, AI-powered voice commands, and safety features for both internal combustion engine (ICE) models and electric vehicles (EVs).
The platform emphasises five key areas: Vehicle management, AI voice command, convenience, remote control, safety and security, and navigation. Kia India, senior VP & head of sales & marketing, Hardeep Singh Brar highlights the importance of this collaboration: "As part of our 2.0 transition, we are introducing the OTA (Over-the-Air) Kia Connect Diagnostics, unlocking the possibilities of software-defined vehicles where IoT technology becomes fundamental to our offerings. We are excited to partner with Airtel Business whose future-ready solutions will seamlessly integrate with our vehicles, ensuring robust data security and privacy."
The partnership marks a step towards enhancing Kia’s position as an industry disruptor. The Airtel IoT hub empowers Kia with advanced analytics, real-time monitoring, and FOTA updates, keeping vehicles up-to-date with the latest software. Airtel Business CEO, Sharat Sinha states, “We at Airtel Business are at the forefront of empowering brands across sectors with a secure and dedicated network designed for IoT for the safe transmission of all customer data across connected devices."
Key features of the Airtel IoT platform for Kia include:
- Seamless connectivity for ICE & EV models: Airtel's future-ready solution connects vehicles right from the factory.
- Data privacy compliance: Ensures customer data security across connected devices.
- Comprehensive automotive use cases: Supports telematics, infotainment, and other connected car features.
- eSIMs for a ‘Connected at Birth’ experience: Vehicles come equipped with Airtel eSIMs and eUICC technology for future-proofing.
- Enhanced safety features: Includes emergency calling, real-time accident response, and more.
- Custom data plans: Tailored options for different data consumption requirements.
- End-to-End monitoring & support: Covers pre-launch testing and ongoing analytics for improved performance.
