HERE Technologies, a location data and technology platform, has announced its partnership with Sony Honda Mobility (SHM) to advance the capabilities of electric vehicles (EVs) under the AFEELA brand.
This collaboration will leverage HERE Navigation SDK for AFEELA’s digital cockpit and HERE SDK Explore for the brand’s mobile application, both powered by HERE’s unified mapping architecture.
AFEELA, born from a joint venture between Sony Group Corporation and Honda Motor Co., combines Sony’s digital technology expertise with Honda’s automotive innovation to redefine the EV experience.
The HERE unified mapping architecture plays a critical role in enhancing AFEELA’s software-defined vehicle (SDV) capabilities, enabling systems such as EV range management, advanced navigation, augmented reality features, and more. Key features include:
- In-vehicle infotainment system: HERE Navigation SDK powers an enhanced navigation and guidance system, providing EV-specific features and safety insights through AFEELA’s digital cockpit.
- Mobile application: The HERE SDK (Explore edition) integrates real-time map updates and connects in-car experiences to drivers’ digital lives via the AFEELA app.
With HERE’s mapping solutions, AFEELA aims to offer an intuitive and personalized EV experience that integrates seamlessly into drivers’ connected lifestyles. By supporting features like real-time navigation and range optimization, the partnership highlights the evolving role of location technology in the future of e-mobility.
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