Qualcomm “Snapdragon for India Auto Day”: Accelerating Advanced Safety Tech With Local Partnerships

Qualcomm a global leader in digital mobility recently organized the Snapdragon for India Auto Day in New Delhi. This event put the spotlight on how the company is pushing India’s automobile sector toward safer, smarter and cost effective technologies with its Snapdragon platforms

Partnering For India-Focused Innovation

The event brought together industry leaders top vehicle makers and policy experts. Qualcomm emphasised its collaboration with Indian original equipment manufacturers and Tier 1 suppliers to design advanced features suited for local conditions. Partnerships with companies like Maruti Suzuki, Mahindra, Hero MotoCorp and Spark Minda are helping accelerate the development of connected digital and safer vehicles for Indian roads. The initiative also aligns with the Make from India, For India, and For the World” strategy, leveraging home grown engineering and talent

Snapdragon Digital Chassis: The Key Offering

Qualcomm’s main product in the spotlight is the Snapdragon Digital Chassis platform

• This solution combines in vehicle connectivity, infotainment, advanced driver assistance and cloud based services for a full, smart driving experience
• Snapdragon Cockpit- Runs all screens, entertainment, navigation and virtual assistants for a better drive
• Snapdragon Ride and Ride Flex- Enables advanced driver assistance for lane support, self driving collision alerts and driver monitoring
• Snapdragon Auto Connectivity- Keeps cars connected to 4G/ 5G networks, GPS and vehicle to everything tech for updated traffic, theft alerts and emergency help on Indian roads
• Snapdragon Car to Cloud- Lets cars get software upgrades remotely, add new driver features and allow easy control from anywhere

Why This Matters For India’s Auto Sector

The automobile industry in India is in a critical transformation

• Digital cockpit solutions are raising user comfort and vehicle value
• Advanced safety tech is growing essential due to increasing urban traffic and new regulation
• Local R&D centers in Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Chennai and Gurugram make sure all features are adapted for Indian drivers

Making Advanced Tech Affordable

A distinct feature of Qualcomm’s approach

• Tying up with Indian companies helps bring global-standard safety and smart features to more cars and two-wheelers in India at a fraction of typical costs.
• The focus is not just on premium vehicles but also affordable models and even two-wheelers, which are the country’s top choice for mobility

AI And Entertainment Blends In Mobility

The event also showcased Qualcomm’s AI driven innovations in mobility. These solutions can enhance journeys by blending music with driving styles, ensuring both safety and enjoyment. Developed in collaboration with Indian teams, such innovations are setting new benchmarks for infotainment and rider experiences in the automobile sector

Advanced Safety Tech: What’s New?

A live demonstration at the event highlighted advanced technologies such as collision avoidance, driver monitoring and automated path planning. These solutions developed in collaboration with leading global partners are now ready to be adopted in Indian vehicles providing a significant boost to road safety

Growing Footprint From Four Wheels To Two

Qualcomm’s role in mobility extends beyond cars to two wheelers. Indian motorcycles and scooters are increasingly adopting digital clusters navigation systems and smart connectivity features aimed at improving everyday safety. Collaborations with leading two wheeler makers further underline the company’s growing presence in India’s automotive ecosystem

Leading The Mobility Revolution

Snapdragon’s tech is already in over 350 million vehicles worldwide, with almost all top Indian vehicle makers now integrating these solutions for smarter, safer and more connected journeys