Lumax Auto Technologies Limited (LATL), a leading Tier-1 automotive systems supplier to major Indian OEMs, inaugurated its state-of-the-art Technology Centre in Bengaluru, called the Smart Hub for Innovation and Future Trends (SHIFT). This important step is a key part of Lumax’s journey to become a more advanced technology partner, concentrating on improving its electronics, mechatronics, and digital engineering skills for the new generation of software-defined vehicles (SDVs).
SHIFT: Powering the Future of Automotive Innovation
The SHIFT Innovation Hub is designed to be a nucleus of research, product development, and digital transformation, catering to evolving automotive industry demands. The centre will concentrate on improving experiences inside vehicles, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), connectivity, and built-in electronics, allowing Lumax to provide smart and eco-friendly transportation solutions for the future.
The launch event was attended by distinguished industry leaders from Daimler India Commercial Vehicles, Hero MotoCorp, Mahindra & Mahindra, Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, and TVS Motor Company, underscoring Lumax’s long-standing partnerships and trusted position within India’s automotive ecosystem.
Strengthening Electronics and Digital Capabilities
Speaking on the occasion, Mr Anmol Jain, Managing Director, Lumax Auto Technologies Limited, said:
“The inauguration of SHIFT marks a major step toward our Tier 0.5 vision, enhancing our strengths in electronics, mechatronics, and digital systems. We aim to lead the transformation toward intelligent, connected, and sustainable mobility. Bengaluru’s vibrant technology ecosystem provides the perfect foundation for this mission.”
The SHIFT Technology Centre reflects Lumax’s commitment to customer-centric innovation, technological leadership, and the global shift toward digital automotive architectures. Equipped with advanced electronics labs, the facility supports hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, rapid prototyping, and product validation, ensuring a complete innovation cycle from concept to commercialisation.
Enabling the Transition to Software-Defined Vehicles
The automotive component industry is undergoing a major shift driven by electrification, digitisation, and autonomous technologies. As cars become more focused on software, Lumax is using its skills to adapt by adding smart electronics, digital systems, and connected transportation solutions.
Mr Deepak Jain, Promoter Director, Lumax Auto Technologies Limited, emphasised:
“The launch of SHIFT reaffirms Lumax’s long-term commitment to innovation and technological excellence. As the automotive world transitions toward software-defined vehicles, the future of mobility will increasingly be driven by intelligence, connectivity, and digital integration. SHIFT will enable us to accelerate innovation, enhance collaboration, and shape intelligent mobility solutions for tomorrow.”
Converging Talent, Technology, and Transformation
The SHIFT Centre represents more than just a technology facility—it symbolises Lumax’s vision for the future of Indian mobility. By bringing together the brightest minds in automotive electronics, software engineering, and embedded systems, Lumax aims to bridge traditional automotive engineering with digital intelligence.
Mr Satish Sunderesan, CTO, Lumax Auto Technologies Limited, added:
“With SHIFT, we aim to converge talent, technology, and transformation to engineer software-defined and digitally driven vehicles. Our goal is to evolve from smart systems to autonomous intelligence and create meaningful innovations that define the next phase of mobility.”
Driving India’s Role in Global Automotive Innovation
As the global automotive industry embraces software-defined vehicles, connected mobility, and sustainable engineering, Lumax’s SHIFT hub positions India as a key player in the worldwide innovation network. The centre will enable faster product development cycles, strengthen OEM collaborations, and boost India’s contribution to future-ready mobility solutions.
By leveraging Bengaluru’s dynamic tech ecosystem, Lumax aims to build a robust platform for research, digital integration, and smart mobility technologies, reinforcing its leadership in the rapidly evolving automotive landscape.
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