May 21, 2025 – Volvo Cars expanded its collaboration with Google™ to accelerate the delivery of latest Android Automotive OS innovations to owners of Volvo models with Google built-in. This includes Google Gemini™, showcased together by the two companies at Google I/O 2025 in a Volvo EX90.
The expanded collaboration positions Volvo as Google's lead development partner for Android Automotive OS. It will give the company early access to latest Android versions and features as well as provide its customers with cutting-edge in-car experiences.
The deepened partnership aims to bring faster software updates, enhanced voice assistant capabilities, and smarter in-car services that adapt to drivers' needs. Together, Volvo Cars and Google seek to set a new standard for automotive software technology and connectivity.
Views and Statements
Patrick Brady, Vice President of Android for Cars, Google, stated, “Volvo Cars and Google have worked closely for years to bring cutting-edge technology to connected cars.” He further added, “We are excited to deepen this partnership to accelerate innovation that will improve driving experience for Volvo customers as well as set new benchmarks for the auto sector.”
Both Volvo Cars and Google will strive to bring latest features and capabilities to their customers. Alwin Bakkenes, Volvo Cars’ head of global software engineering, expressed his views on the occasion by saying, “Through our expanding partnership, we are jointly developing cutting-edge solutions that will shape the future of connected cars.”
Impact and Future Outlook
The strengthened collaboration highlights a broader trend in the automotive industry. It showcases how automakers are increasingly partnering with tech giants to improve their capabilities. Such partnerships are expected to drive innovation as well as set new standards in automotive software market.
The joint efforts in creating cutting-edge solutions signal a transformative shift towards smarter, more integrated vehicles. These vehicles seamlessly connect drivers with their environment and digital ecosystems.
Thanks to this partnership, Volvo Cars will remain at the forefront of connected car revolution. It promises continual advancements in software-driven automotive innovation. Other automotive software companies will also look to innovate as connected car technologies evolve.
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News Outlet: Reuters
Company: Volvo Car Corporation