On January 25, we learned from official channels that with the opening of the Audi connect developer platform, Audi has further upgraded its digital ecosystem for Chinese users. Developers can use this open source Platform based on the Android system to upload and manage applications more conveniently. When its app is approved, users will be able to download it through the in-vehicle app marketplace.
Zhang Mingxia, Executive Vice President of China Markets and Sales at Audi, said: "Audi is committed to providing Chinese customers with an intelligent and connected digital ecosystem that will bring you a more convenient high-end travel experience. ”
Audi was the first high-end automaker to offer an in-vehicle application market and an open developer platform. With the help of the developer platform, developers can not only upload and manage applications more easily, but also have a clearer understanding of their application approval status.
With the opening of the developer platform, Audi Connect Interconnect Technology will further provide more diversified application services through the Audi application market, covering life services, navigation, music and online shopping, etc., to bring customers a convenient digital experience.
At present, the Audi ecosystem has integrated popular applications and services from many Internet industry leaders such as Tencent and Alibaba, such as Tencent services (including WeChat and QQ Music), AutoNavi Maps and Ink Weather.
These apps and services are optimized specifically for Chinese in-vehicle usage scenarios and will provide more personalized options based on the needs of different customers. For example, in addition to the preset map service of Audi Connect Technology, customers can also download and use their favorite map services from the in-vehicle application market.
Audi is systematically driving the transformation to become a future provider of high-end sustainable mobility and will continue to work with leading local Chinese companies to form strong collaborations on in-vehicle digital services and smart car development projects.
Michael Hoffman, Executive Vice President of R&D at Audi China, said: "Digitalization and intelligence have become a trend in the automotive industry, especially in China, where customer mobility needs are gradually moving beyond mere transportation from start to finish. We want to provide our customers with a more personalized driving experience through the Audi ecosystem, which also fully demonstrates Audi's commitment to 'China, for China'." ”