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Suresh D, Chief Executive Officer of Spark Minda, one of the leading tier-one automotive partners, shared insights on the company's diverse automotive solutions and its vision for the future during the Bharat Mobility Expo 2025.
Spark Minda, a prominent player in the automotive space, focuses on six key domains:
1. Driver Information Systems: From clusters to cockpit displays.
2. Electrical Distribution Systems: Including wiring harnesses and solutions.
3. Vehicle Access: Solutions for vehicle access and closure systems.
4. Die Casting: Providing low pressure, high pressure, and gravity castings.
5. EV Solutions: Electric vehicle power electronics for automotive applications.
When asked about the unique technologies used in both Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) and Electric Vehicles (EV), Suresh D explained that the Indian automotive space is undergoing a rapid technological transformation. OEMs are becoming increasingly tech-savvy, requiring cutting-edge technologies for end users.
Spark Minda is focusing on several key innovations, such as:
• Immersive Displays
• Smart Interiors
• Smart Surfaces
• Integrated Electronics
• Intelligent Access Systems
• Generative AI Solutions
The company is also exploring opportunities to offer innovative solutions like valve solutions to the market, responding to the shifting trends in the automotive industry.Regarding Spark Minda's strategy for 2025, Suresh D highlighted the company’s focus on increasing customer connectivity and strengthening its technological capabilities.
The company has established a state-of-the-art technology center in India, with over 1000 engineers working in Pune and Bangalore, including 350 software engineers. This makes Spark Minda one of the largest software centers in the automotive industry, specializing in embedded software, base software, and operating system-related software.
Suresh D emphasized that the rise of Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs) and the increasing demand for electronic control units (ECUs), such as domain controllers and general controllers, is a major focus. Spark Minda’s strategy for 2025 is to build closer relationships with customers, offer cutting-edge technology solutions, and provide agile and high-quality solutions to meet the growing demand for advanced automotive technologies.
Conclusion
Spark Minda is positioning itself as a leader in automotive innovations, focusing on key technology trends like immersive displays, smart interiors, and SDVs.The company's strategy for 2025 is centered around increasing customer engagement, leveraging advanced software capabilities, and providing cutting-edge solutions to meet the evolving needs of the automotive industry.
