LTTS and Marelli unveil digital twin technology to redefine automotive software development

L&T Technology Services Limited (LTTS), a prominent global digital engineering and R&D services company, is at the forefront of transforming the automotive industry’s approach to infotainment and information cluster design. In collaboration with Marelli, a key mobility technology supplier, LTTS is pioneering the use of groundbreaking Digital Twin solutions, marking a significant leap in the development of Software Defined Vehicles (SDV).

The partnership between LTTS and Marelli introduces an advanced Digital Twin platform, constructed on Amazon Web Services (AWS) and enhanced by LTTS’s expertise. This platform offers a virtual representation of a vehicle’s entire electric-electronic architecture, including information clusters, infotainment systems, Zone Control Units, and the body itself. Utilizing the Digital Cockpit powered by Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.’s latest generation Snapdragon Cockpit Platform, alongside LTTS’s cloud-based virtualization solutions, the Digital Twin technology is set to drastically reduce software development times by up to 70% and prototype costs by up to 30%.

Innovative Partnership between LTTS and Marelli Paves the Way for Software Defined Vehicles

This innovative solution was highlighted at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2024 in Las Vegas, drawing significant attention to the potential impacts on the automotive industry. The collaboration between Marelli and LTTS not only accelerates the software development process but also significantly lowers the costs associated with prototype creation, heralding a new era of efficiency and innovation in automotive design and development.

Roberto Secchi, Head of Software Platform and DevOps at Marelli’s Electronic Systems division, emphasized the strategic importance of the collaboration with LTTS, stating, “We are excited to join forces with LTTS in our ongoing efforts to enhance our Digital Twin… Leveraging LTTS’ capabilities will further boost our product portfolio, reinforcing Marelli as the premier technology partner for automotive companies.”

Abhishek Sinha, COO and Board Member at LTTS, also expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, highlighting its role in driving the future of mobility through innovative digital twin offerings. “Together, we are pioneering a new era of innovation, setting the stage for the next generation of mobility solutions,” he added.