Automotive IoT connects embedded vehicle systems with vehicle manufacturer platforms and cloud services. It supports telematics, remote diagnostics, navigation, software updates, emergency calling and passenger-facing digital services.
Telenor IoT provides managed connectivity for connected vehicle programs across markets and mobile networks. These services may need to work through a vehicle lifecycle during which technologies and market requirements change, so manufacturers need connectivity they can test, operate and adapt over time.
Coverage matters, but the number of countries covered alone does not show how well a provider can meet a vehicle manufacturer’s requirements. The decision should also consider:
Manufacturers need visibility into connection performance and usage to identify issues affecting services such as remote diagnostics and software updates.
Connectivity should accommodate network sunsets, changing operator arrangements and expansion into new markets, while minimizing the need to replace embedded hardware.
Country-specific roaming restrictions, SIM registration and telecom rules need to inform connectivity design before launch.
Manufacturers need clear responsibilities for support and incident resolution, including who coordinates with mobile operators when problems arise.
IoT Drive is IoT connectivity designed for connected-vehicle deployments, supporting large-scale automotive connectivity across multiple markets and mobile networks. It gives vehicle manufacturers a consistent way to manage connectivity.
Telenor IoT provides connectivity across 200+ countries and territories, with active customer deployments in 190+ countries and territories worldwide. IoT Drive supports remote SIM provisioning using eUICC based on GSMA eSIM specifications, together with connectivity options for markets where roaming or local rules require a different approach.
IoT Drive provides dashboards and API-based integration for connectivity visibility. It includes 24/7 monitoring, performance reporting and one point of contact for operational support.
IoT Drive supports the vehicle lifecycle from production onward.
Before deployment, the Telenor IoT Test Lab can test roaming, network handovers and eCall in controlled conditions on live mobile networks.
Permanent roaming restrictions, SIM registration and other telecom rules can affect how vehicle connectivity is designed and operated. Telenor IoT helps manufacturers assess global roaming, local connectivity and eSIM options for the markets they plan to serve.
The connectivity layer forms part of a wider automotive cybersecurity architecture. Depending on the markets and vehicle types involved, manufacturers may also need to consider UNECE UN Regulations Nos. 155 and 156 on vehicle cybersecurity and software-update management. Responsibilities for traffic separation, access, monitoring, and incident handling should be clear from the outset.
Telenor IoT is certified under ISO 27001 for information security and ISO 9001 for quality management.
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For passenger-facing services, Consumer Connect from Telenor IoT lets vehicle manufacturers offer in-car data under their own brand. They can include data with the vehicle, offer trials or paid plans, and keep onboarding, upgrades and renewals in their own channels.
Consumer Connect complements the connectivity used for vehicle operations, while Telenor IoT supports the connectivity, billing and telecom setup behind the service.
Connectivity decisions should account for how vehicles will be tested, launched, operated and adapted over time, not only the initial price per connection.
Telenor IoT brings more than 20 years of IoT experience to connected vehicle programs. Telenor IoT is also a member of the 5G Automotive Association (5GAA), collaborating within an industry network of automotive manufacturers, telecommunications companies, and technology providers. Explore examples across passenger and commercial vehicles.
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Discuss connectivity requirements for a new vehicle platform, expansion into new markets or changes to an existing deployment with the Telenor IoT automotive team.