Stellantis and Amazon End Collaboration on In-Car Software

Stellantis and Amazon End Collaboration on In-Car Software

Stellantis and Amazon have announced the termination of their collaboration on new in-car software, which was intended to launch a platform called STLA SmartCockpit. This platform was designed to integrate Alexa and other AI agents into vehicles.

Background of the Partnership

  • The partnership was established in 2022 when Stellantis selected Amazon Web Services as its cloud platform for new vehicles.
  • Amazon also became the first customer for Ram’s fully electric ProMaster EV van.

Features of STLA SmartCockpit

The STLA SmartCockpit was expected to provide several features, including:

  • Navigation
  • Vehicle maintenance information
  • Payment processing capabilities via mobile apps or voice commands using Alexa or Google Assistant

However, these features will no longer be available following the end of the collaboration.

Timeline and Future Developments

  • The STLA SmartCockpit was initially scheduled to debut last year but did not launch as planned by 2024.
  • The reasons for ending the collaboration have not been disclosed, nor has there been any information regarding existing partnerships between Stellantis and Amazon.

Other Collaborations

Stellantis has been pursuing other partnerships:

  • Working with Microsoft since 2021 to develop its own cloud-based operating system for future vehicles.
  • Partnered with Google Cloud Platform since 2019 to create an infotainment system based on Android Automotive OS.

Meanwhile, Amazon continues to collaborate with Ford Motor Co and General Motors Co on various connected car projects, though the future of these partnerships remains uncertain.

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