Tata Elxsi and Suzuki Unveil Advanced Cloud HIL Center for Future Mobility

Tata Elxsi and Suzuki Introduce Pioneering Cloud HIL Center

On August 21, 2025, Tata Elxsi, a renowned leader in design and technology services, in collaboration with Suzuki Motor Corporation, officially inaugurated the SUZUKI–TATA ELXSI Cloud HIL Center in Trivandrum, India. This state-of-the-art facility marks a significant milestone as Suzuki’s first dedicated hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) validation center, designed to enhance the development of software-defined vehicles (SDVs) on a global scale. This center is the second engineering hub formed under the partnership between Tata Elxsi and Suzuki, following the establishment of the Offshore Development Center (ODC) in Pune.

A Leap Towards Software-Defined Innovation

The Cloud HIL Center is set to revolutionize how Suzuki’s engineering teams conduct vehicle simulation and validation. By utilizing a cloud-native infrastructure, the center allows for early-stage, comprehensive vehicle testing that integrates seamlessly with Electronic Control Units (ECUs). This innovative approach minimizes the need for physical prototypes, significantly streamlining the validation process and accelerating product development across various research and development (R&D) centers worldwide.

This initiative aligns perfectly with Suzuki’s ambitious roadmap for Software-Defined Vehicles, pushing for a software-centric approach in developing modern vehicles. The focus on high-quality, scalable development ensures that Suzuki stays ahead in the rapidly evolving automotive landscape.

Transformative Advances in Automotive Development

Designed explicitly to facilitate the transition towards advanced vehicle technologies, the Cloud HIL Center combines Tata Elxsi’s deep-rooted expertise in automotive Verification and Validation (VV), test automation, and simulation technologies. This facility is poised to drive transformative changes in development speed, quality assurance, and overall readiness for the future.

Furthermore, as an essential component of Suzuki's global strategy for Electrical and Electronic (E/E) Virtual Development themed SDV Right, the Cloud HIL Center underpins a framework for continuous integration and faster release cycles, thereby enhancing system reliability and robustness.

Strengthening a Long-Term Partnership

This latest development signifies a crucial step forward for the Tata Elxsi and Suzuki collaboration. Building on the successes of the Pune ODC, the Cloud HIL Center solidifies their commitment to engineering excellence and the advancement of mobility programs globally.

Katsuhiro Kato, Director and Executive Vice President of Suzuki Motor Corporation, expressed enthusiasm regarding this new facility, stating, "The SUZUKI-TATA ELXSI Cloud HIL Center is a groundbreaking base that leverages Tata Elxsi's deep expertise to construct advanced and efficient developmental systems. We anticipate this will aid in our effort to virtualization, minimize energy consumption, and contribute significantly to next-generation mobility."

Manoj Raghavan, CEO and Managing Director of Tata Elxsi, highlighted the importance of this partnership, commenting, "We appreciate the continuous trust from Kato-san and Suzuki Motor Corporation. This new Cloud HIL Center builds upon our strong foundation established in Pune, marking significant progress in our collaboration centered on software-defined vehicles. It embodies our shared vision for sustainable and smarter mobility."

Future-Ready Infrastructure

The Cloud HIL Center represents Tata Elxsi’s dedication to engineering excellence, focusing on high-impact localization of global vehicle initiatives. With its design tailored to evolve alongside next-generation technologies, this center provides a versatile groundwork that promotes agile integration, continuity of systems, and long-term value creation.

About Tata Elxsi

Tata Elxsi is a global leader in design and technology services, extending its expertise across diverse industries such as automotive, broadcast, communications, healthcare, and transportation. Collaborating with top-tier OEMs and suppliers, Tata Elxsi offers R&D, design, and product engineering services from concept through deployment. The company’s proficiency spans autonomous, electric, and connected vehicle technologies and software-defined vehicles (SDVs), bolstered by a worldwide network of design studios and a skilled workforce of over 13,000 specialists. For further details, visit Automotive Engineering Digital Solutions | Tata Elxsi.

About Suzuki

Founded in 1920, Suzuki Motor Corporation stands as a prominent player in the automotive and motorcycle manufacturing sectors, catering to a worldwide market. The company also specializes in non-automotive products like outboard motors and motorized wheelchairs. With a commitment to innovation and quality, Suzuki continues to drive its legacy of mobility solutions. Headquartered in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka, it remains focused on meeting global mobility demands while fostering sustainability. For more information, visit Suzuki Global.