Stellantis Unveils New Lab and Office Expansion in Bengaluru, India

• Stellantis inaugurates a new innovative lab and expands office in Bengaluru, enhancing capabilities in software-defined vehicles and audio systems, and solidifying its role as a key global hub for innovation. 

[Bengaluru, 6 November 2024] Stellantis today announced the inauguration of its expanded lab and office facilities in Bengaluru, reinforcing the company’s commitment to innovation and excellence in automotive technology. The expansion includes an increase in seating capacity by 50%, enabling enhanced collaboration among team members. 

Led by Stellantis' Chief Software Officer, Yves Bonnefont, the inauguration highlighted the strategic importance of the Bengaluru facility in supporting the company's global objectives. 

The new lab infrastructure is designed to support end-to-end development that integrates both hardware and software, enabling in-house design of high-performance computing systems and advanced cockpit technologies. This initiative will streamline operations by significantly reducing the number of CPUs in vehicles, enhancing overall performance. 

"With this expansion, we are enhancing our capabilities in software-defined vehicles and establishing India as a key development hub for Stellantis globally," said Yves Bonnefont. "Our lab can now develop advanced telematics, digital cockpits, ADAS, and more, enabling us to develop innovative solutions that meet the needs of customers in both domestic and international markets." 

Stellantis is also expanding its audio engineering & acoustic capabilities with a focus on performance enhancement to elevate the overall cockpit auditory experiences. The Lab will enable audio tuning, benchmarking, active sound design, noise management, telephony among others and is aimed at delivering superior audio quality & features, catering to diverse cabin environments. 

Aligned with Stellantis' global strategy, the Bengaluru facility will play a vital role in supporting various global brands under the Stellantis umbrella. 

Stellantis aims to leverage this new facility to enhance its offerings and deliver exceptional solutions to customers worldwide. 

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About Stellantis
Stellantis N.V. (NYSE: STLA / Euronext Milan: STLAM / Euronext Paris: STLAP) is one of the world’s leading automakers aiming to provide clean, safe and affordable freedom of mobility to all. It’s best known for its unique portfolio of iconic and innovative brands including Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroën, Dodge, DS Automobiles, FIAT, Jeep_®, Lancia, Maserati, Opel, Peugeot, Ram, Vauxhall, Free2move and Leasys. Stellantis is executing its Dare Forward 2030, a bold strategic plan that paves the way to achieve the ambitious target of becoming a carbon net zero mobility tech company by 2038, with single-digit percentage compensation of the remaining emissions, while creating added value for all stakeholders. For more information, visit www.stellantis.com

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Stellantis & Citroen India 
Khushboo Gupta 
Head Corporate Communication & Public Relations – Stellantis & Citroën India 
Khushboo.gupta@stellantis.com 
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