HARMAN Partners with Tata Motors to Launch India’s First In-Vehicle App Store

HARMAN, a global leader in connected technologies for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets, announced its pioneering partnership with Tata Motors, India’s foremost automobile manufacturer. This collaboration marks the introduction of the HARMAN Ignite Store, an innovative in-vehicle app store set to redefine mobility experiences for customers across new geographical regions in India.

A Decade of Collaborative Excellence

For over ten years, HARMAN and Tata Motors have been at the forefront of delivering advanced intelligent cockpits and premium car audio systems to the Indian market. The synergy between HARMAN’s state-of-the-art R&D and manufacturing capabilities in India has been instrumental in catering to the expanding needs of Tata Motors’ broadening customer base.

HARMAN Partners with Tata Motors to Launch India's First In-Vehicle App Store

Introducing HARMAN Ignite Store

The HARMAN Ignite Store stands out as a secure and robust automotive platform, fully aligned with Android Automotive Operating System (AAOS) standards. It bridges the gap between Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and developers, offering consumers unparalleled in-vehicle digital experiences through a user-friendly, safe, and secure interface.

This platform not only enables OEMs and developers to forge lucrative digital revenue streams through innovative business models but also allows them to offer a personalized, standout driving experience to their customers. OEMs retain complete control over the app catalog, ensuring a tailored look and feel for the app store that enhances the end-user relationship.

HARMAN Partners with Tata Motors to Launch India's First In-Vehicle App Store

Powering Digital Experiences in Tata Motors’ Vehicles

Through this strategic partnership, the HARMAN Ignite Store powers Arcade.ev, Tata Motors’ bespoke app suite featured in India’s best-selling SUV, the market-leading Nexon.ev, and the Punch.ev. This suite is set for continuous expansion, with initial content partners including notable names like Gaana, Jio Saavn, Jio Pages, Beach Buggy Racing, TuneIn Radio, Pocketcasts, DASH Radio, Radioline, Trebble FM, alongside various gaming and video apps.

“We’re thrilled to join forces with Tata Motors to introduce India’s first integrated in-vehicle app store,” expressed Jens Beckmann, Senior Director of HARMAN Ignite Store at HARMAN International. “The HARMAN Ignite Store is continuously evolving to provide unique app experiences from our developer partners, aligning with today’s consumer expectations.”

Anand Kulkani, Chief Product Officer for EV at Tata Motors, highlighted the essence of this collaboration, stating, “Our partnership with HARMAN allows us to connect our consumers with content that resonates with them, enriching their driving experience. With the HARMAN Ignite Store, our Nexon.ev and Punch.ev vehicles seamlessly integrate their digital lives into their journeys on the road.”

HARMAN Partners with Tata Motors to Launch India's First In-Vehicle App Store

Setting the Standard for Automotive Grade Experiences

The HARMAN Ignite Store is engineered to meet the stringent requirements of the automotive industry, embodying HARMAN’s philosophy of ‘Consumer Experiences. Automotive Grade.’ It fosters a collaborative ecosystem for OEMs and Android developers to create easily accessible, reliable, and safe in-vehicle experiences, opening avenues for monetization throughout the vehicle’s lifespan.

For further insights into the HARMAN Ignite Store and its unique capabilities, visit HARMAN Ignite Store.

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