JLR & Tata Communications Strengthen Partnership to Deliver Data-Driven Connected Cars

JLR is set to enhance its connected vehicle ecosystem by adopting the Tata Communications MOVE™ platform. The collaboration will empower JLR's next-generation software-defined vehicles with continuous connectivity and access to intelligent services even in the remotest locations across 120 countries.

The latest collaboration is an extension of their existing partnership to support the British-based carmaker's digital transformation.

Leveraging the Tata Communications MOVE™ platform, JLR's upcoming medium-sized SUVs, built on the new Electric Modular Architecture (EMA), will seamlessly transition between mobile networks and operators.

This will enable non-stop access to personalised connected services, such as media streaming.

The platform will also enable greater and more secure data exchange between JLR and its customers' vehicles, delivering more efficient software over-the-air (SOTA) updates and supporting the rollout of evolving advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).

Mark Brogden, Director of Digital Product Platform Off-Board at JLR, says: "JLR was the first luxury vehicle manufacturer to introduce dual modem, dual eSIM design for enhanced connectivity with the launch of Defender in 2020. The partnership with Tata Communications is the next step in our software-defined vehicle journey, offering highly secure and cost-effective data connectivity across 120 countries. Starting in 2026 with our next generation of medium-size luxury SUVs, Tata Communications MOVE™ aims to deliver continuous connected experiences for our clients, offering features and new software updates over-the-air to meet the expectations of our luxury client base.'' 

Marco Bijvelds, Vice President and Global Head of Tata Communications MOVE™, adds: "The automotive industry is continually innovating to meet ever-changing customer demands. Last year, our digital fabric enabled seamless connectivity across all JLR's production sites globally. As part of our extended partnership, we're now powering JLR's software-defined vehicle journey worldwide and enabling them to deliver advanced driving features in their cars. The insights derived from the data exchanged through our platform will enable JLR to offer personalised customer experiences, opening doors for new revenue streams."

Before the end of the decade, JLR's Range Rover, Discovery, Defender collections will each have a pure electric model, while Jaguar will be entirely electric.