Aptiv Launches New Technical Center in Chennai to Accelerate Software-Defined Vehicle Development

Aptiv PLC has announced the opening of a new Software, Advanced Safety and User Experience (AS & UX) Technical Center in Chennai, India. Spanning more than 34,000 square feet, the new facility will support up to 500 engineers by 2026 and features advanced labs and test infrastructure to accelerate innovation in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and safety-critical systems.

The center was officially inaugurated by senior leaders from Aptiv and Mahindra, including Javed Khan, Executive Vice President and President of Software, AS&UX at Aptiv, and R. Velusamy, President, Automotive Business (Designate), Mahindra and Mahindra Ltd., MD, Mahindra Electric Automobile Ltd, Member of Group Executive Board, Mahindra and Mahindra Ltd.

“We are proud to expand our presence in India with the launch of our new technical center in Chennai. This center will strengthen our ability to localise AI/ML-powered ADAS and advanced interior sensing technologies for the Indian market, reflecting our confidence in India’s engineering talent and bringing us closer to our customers—so together, we can build a safer, smarter future here in India,” said Javed Khan, Executive Vice President and President of Software (AS&UX).

This is Aptiv’s fourth technical center in India, reinforcing the company’s engineering presence to address the evolving needs of local OEMs. The center will spearhead the development of next-generation ADAS perception tools, in-cabin sensing technologies, and software-defined infotainment platforms. It will also contribute to Aptiv’s cloud-native architecture, while leveraging integrated capabilities across hardware, software, and edge technologies from Wind River.

By combining global scale with local relevance, the center is uniquely positioned to deliver impactful, customer-focused solutions for this fast-growing market.