Archive · 13 Aug 2025
Volkswagen's Next-Gen Infotainment System Development
Imagine your car's dashboard is like a super-smart tablet that Volkswagen is making even better!
A developer, Ronak, helped create a new system that works across different car brands.
They used special tools to make it faster and easier to update.
The dashboard will change based on who's driving, where they are, and the car type.
It will be safer and easier to use, giving you the info you need the moment you start the engine!
Ronak Kosamia, a Senior Developer at CARIAD, led the development of Volkswagen's next-gen infotainment.
The new system aims for personalization, flexibility, and responsiveness across Volkswagen, Audi, and Škoda vehicles.
Kotlin Multiplatform (KMP) enabled code reuse for faster development and a consistent user experience.
Boot-up time was reduced by 40%, and map loading/cloud features improved through tools like gRPC and Protobuf.
The system adapts based on the driver, location, and vehicle type while adhering to safety rules.
- Who
- Ronak Indrasinh Kosamia, Senior Developer at CARIAD, Volkswagen's software division.
- What
- Development of a new, advanced infotainment system for Volkswagen, Audi, and Škoda vehicles.
- When
- Ongoing development, with features rolling out.
- Where
- Across Volkswagen Group vehicles.
- Why
- To create a more personalized, flexible, and responsive infotainment system.
Challenges Faced
Solutions Implemented
Implementation hurdles
Challenges Faced
Ensuring smooth operation across different car models, countries, and brands.
Solutions Implemented
Building a unified infotainment experience across different automobile firms.
- Company
- Volkswagen Group
- Developer
- Ronak Indrasinh Kosamia
- Software Division
- CARIAD
- Key Tech
- Kotlin Multiplatform (KMP)
- Boot-up reduction
- 40%