Today’s vehicles are defined as much by software as by steel. Consumer Connect is built for this new reality. It gives automakers a platform to monetize in-car services, keep the driver experience in their ecosystem, and scale globally with reliable connectivity powered by Telenor IoT.
Consumer Connect is built around the priorities that matter most to automakers today: new revenue, full brand ownership, and freedom from regulatory complexity.
Consumer Connect makes it simple to turn embedded connectivity into lasting value. With one platform, OEMs can connect vehicles at scale, define business models, keep drivers inside their brand, and operate with reliability worldwide.
Every vehicle ships with an embedded eSIM that automatically links to the strongest local network. Drivers get instant, reliable internet access that feels like home wherever they travel.
OEMs set up plans, pricing, and policies through simple APIs. Telenor IoT manages the heavy lifting in the background — payments, regulatory requirements, and market-specific compliance.
Drivers sign up, activate their plan, and manage connectivity inside the OEM’s app or infotainment system. No telco branding or external portals — the entire journey stays under the OEM’s control.
Always-on reliability backed by AI-driven monitoring. OEMs gain real-time visibility into usage and performance to optimise services and costs across markets.
Traditional telco setups limit OEM control and flexibility. Consumer Connect puts automakers back in charge.
| Aspect | Traditional Approach | IoT Drive & Consumer Connect |
|---|---|---|
| User Management | Telco-branded sign-up, separate accounts | OEM-branded onboarding. Driver stays in your ecosystem |
| Usage Control | Fixed plans, no per-vehicle flexibility | OEM sets rules per vehicle (caps, limits, alerts) for cost control |
| Driver Experience | Redirects to telco portals, inconsistent by market | One consistent UX in OEM apps. No telco branding |
| OEM Insights | Limited visibility, telco-centric reporting | Real-time usage and performance insights for OEMs |
| Compliance | Fragmented by local MVNOs | Centralised by Telenor IoT. One partner, full coverage |
Traditional telco setups push drivers into external portals.
Consumer Connect keeps every interaction — from sign-up to renewals — inside the OEM brand environment
Consumer Connect is a cornerstone of IoT Drive, Telenor IoT’s automotive-grade connectivity solution. Together, they deliver a single, scalable platform that unifies global connectivity and creates new value for OEMs.
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