Soracom, Inc., a renowned global provider of advanced Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity, has joined hands with Suzuki Motor Corporation, a distinguished entity offering a diverse range of mobility products spanning automobiles, motorcycles, and outboard motors. Today marks the formal announcement of their collaborative endeavor aimed at leveraging cutting-edge IoT technologies to innovate within the realm of mobility services.
The landscape of the global automotive industry is undergoing swift transformation, propelled by the widespread adoption of electrification, automation, and connected car technologies. This paradigm shift presents a ripe opportunity for automotive manufacturers to harness recent advancements in hardware, software, and connectivity to introduce novel services and elevate standards of comfort, convenience, and safety.
In unison, Soracom and Suzuki are poised to explore synergistic avenues for applying state-of-the-art IoT solutions in the development of fresh offerings tailored to mobility services. Prospective focal points encompass electric vehicles (EVs) tailored for global markets, modular “base units,” and novel technologies and services geared towards advancing carbon neutrality objectives.
The collaborative efforts of both entities are dedicated to the pursuit of pioneering mobility services that serve as the cornerstone for sustainable societal and commercial infrastructures.