The seven-year partnership builds on a one-year consultation agreement that began a year ago.
The companies are looking to develop services both for the vehicle and its occupants. While the companies plan to integrate front-end services with retailers, the most significant advances will come from the back end.
The companies’ vision for future cars has them taking advantage of smart grid technology to reduce congestion and pollution by re-routing drivers around problem areas. In addition, the connectivity may extend to vehicle service and maintenance, allowing cars to be diagnosed remotely and repaired proactively.
Industry-standard platforms could allow other manufacturers to build compatible systems, however, Axel Rogaichus, head of IBM’s automotive consulting practice in Europe, told Reuters that no expansion plans exist outside of the company’s exclusive partnership with Peugeot.
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