Pricol FY2025-26 R&D Advances in Connected Driver Information Systems and E-Cockpit

Pricol outlined significant research and development achievements in its FY 2025–26 annual report, highlighting progress in advanced connected cockpit technologies and software platforms. During the financial year ending March 2026, the company developed integrated connected driver information systems incorporating advanced TFT displays, touch interfaces, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, audio, voice capabilities, body control module (BCM) functionality and telematics. The highly localised, horizontally deployable platform has been designed to enhance competitiveness while accelerating product launches across multiple vehicle categories.

Alongside its connected driver information systems, the company completed proof-of-concept activities and customer demonstrations for an in-vehicle infotainment solution. The platform integrates radio, multimedia playback and phone projection while supporting Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB connectivity and audio equalisation. These developments expand the company's software-driven cockpit portfolio and demonstrate its continued investment in integrated digital vehicle experiences suitable for different automotive segments.

Innovation remained a major focus throughout the year. The company filed 19 patents covering 17 different inventions across India and overseas markets, with 14 patents already granted. These intellectual property additions reinforce its commitment to developing proprietary automotive technologies while strengthening its long-term product portfolio and supporting future competitiveness across domestic and international markets.

The report also highlighted continued enhancements to the Psmart CORE platform. Development roadmaps for both two-wheelers and four-wheelers include cybersecurity, functional safety, advanced graphics, driver monitoring, ADAS capabilities and higher connectivity bandwidth. These upgrades are intended to expand platform functionality while addressing evolving software, safety and connectivity requirements across modern vehicle architectures.

The company's PRICOL E-Cockpit platform also recorded further progress. The solution supports multiple full-HD displays, phone projection, ADAS functionality, onboard navigation maps, 5G telematics and voice-enabled features through a dual-operating-system architecture based on Android and QNX. The scalable platform is designed to deliver richer digital cockpit experiences while supporting advanced connected vehicle applications for future mobility solutions.

Additional R&D initiatives included advancements in the battery management system developed in collaboration with PowerSafe. Connected vehicle solutions were further strengthened through deep logging and software updating capabilities enabled by Sibros. The company also continued value engineering, teardown analysis, HIL and SIL testing, along with upgrades to its NABL-accredited laboratories to improve reliability, quality and cost efficiency. Total research and development expenditure during FY 2025–26 reached INR 865.6 million.

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What were the major R&D developments announced by Pricol for FY 2025–26?
Pricol reported several important research and development achievements during FY 2025–26, including integrated connected driver information systems, an advanced infotainment platform, continued upgrades to the Psmart CORE platform, progress on the PRICOL E-Cockpit, battery management system enhancements, improved connected vehicle capabilities, and expanded testing infrastructure. The company also filed 19 patents across 17 inventions, with 14 already granted, while investing INR 865.6 million in research and development during the financial year.