JLR completes technology tie-up with Tata on 'data-driven cars'
Jaguar Land Rover is set to team up with telecoms firm Tata Communications to deliver data connected services to its vehicles in over 120 countries.
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The firm, which has an engine propulsion manufacturing facility in Wolverhampton, says the deal will see JLR's upcoming range of all-electric medium‑sized SUVs "seamlessly transition" between mobile networks and operators, enabling non‑stop access to personalised connected services, such as media streaming.
They added that the platform will also enable greater and more secure data exchange between JLR and clients’ vehicles, delivering more efficient over‑the‑air updates and supporting the rollout of evolving advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).
"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," said Mark Brogden, Director of Digital Product Platform Off‑Board at JLR.
"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.
In a statement, JLR said the technology would also allow JLR engineers to harness "deeper insights" and monitor vehicle performance in real‑time, allowing the company to issue updates to vehicles over the network in real time.
The firm says it is also "exploring the integration of low orbit satellites" into the company’s wider plans.
"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," added Marco Bijvelds, Vice President and Global Head of Tata Communications MOVE.
"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."
