Unlocking billions in revenue from connected vehicles has been held back by a critical gap: the lack of live, scalable technology that makes it safe and easy for external developers to build apps for OEMs and their drivers. Privacy concerns, data control, and the absence of standards have made automakers hesitant to open the door. But that’s changing.
A new approach—powered by open-source, privacy-first infrastructure—is redefining what it means to build and monetize a connected vehicle ecosystem. Consumers get choice. Automakers retain control. Developers unlock new value.
In his latest masterclass at AutoTech, DIMO Co-Founder Alex Rawitz shares how this model works in practice—highlighted through DIMO’s strategic partnership with Grupo Kaufmann, one of Latin America’s largest dealership networks. Together, they’re deploying connected technology to thousands of vehicles and reshaping how car data is used to drive value for both businesses and drivers. More details here.
Why It Matters: - New privacy-preserving infrastructure makes it easy and scalable to safely unlock vehicle data for external development.
- Connected vehicle services create the data foundation that enables AI to deliver more personalized, predictive, and intelligent mobility experiences.
- Grupo Kaufmann is already deploying this technology across thousands of vehicles—demonstrating how regional leaders can drive innovation and revenue today.
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