Jeff Payne, OpenCar’s CEO
New connected car buyers expect built-in applications and features to be as dynamic as they experience on their smartphones. What has been missing is the software framework to connect the vehicle’s host-layer systems and sensors to the power and ingenuity present in the mobile ecosystem. Unlike the smartphone, we see the connected car as an entirely new device category, with highly-specialized capabilities and operational requirements; OpenCar’s standards-based application framework enables automakers and their tier 1 partners to easily build, test and maintain powerful car-centric applications, and differentiated, branded user experiences.
Hiroshi Kajiyama, program manager of Mazda Connect System* for Mazda Motor Corporation
Mazda is focused on bringing innovative, car-centric applications into its vehicles to enhance the driving experience. We are excited that our continued partnership with OpenCar will enable both our internal teams and third parties to easily and quickly create compelling and safe applications. The OpenCar Connect framework supports the creation, management and distribution of any software-defined application including digital dash, car functions such as HVAC, infotainment, telematics and connected devices, all in the Mazda-defined HMI.
