Renault selects Qualcomm and Google to power infotainment system of new electric car

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Renault selects Qualcomm and Google to power infotainment system of new electric car

Car maker Renault has chosen Qualcomm’s third generation Snapdragon Automotive Cockpit platform for the infotainment system of a new electric model within the Megane range. The car’s digital cockpit will be powered by Google’s AAOS (Android Automotive Operating System), providing built-in apps and services such as Google Assistant, Google Maps and Google Play.

Renault will showcase the new car model (Megane E-Tech Electric) at the IAA Mobility event starting this week in Munich. The vehicle features a display positioned in front of the driver, complemented by a 12-inch touchscreen for the infotainment system on the higher-spec versions.


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