Kinetic Watts & Volts Partners with Jio Things for Connected EV Technology

Kinetic Watts & Volts Ltd. (KWV) announced a technology partnership with Jio Things Limited on Sunday to integrate voice-assisted controls, IoT-powered smart digital clusters, and connected vehicle technologies into all upcoming Kinetic EV two-wheeler models. Jio Things is a subsidiary of Jio Platforms.

The collaboration will introduce voice-assisted vehicle interaction, smart digital instrument clusters with real-time data, connected mobility features for performance monitoring and diagnostics, enhanced infotainment applications, and telematics with cloud-based analytics for fleet operators.

Jio Things provides a unified ecosystem comprising edge devices, connectivity, cloud infrastructure, remote device management, installation support, and aftermarket services. The platform will be embedded across upcoming Kinetic Watts & Volts models.

KWV is the electric mobility subsidiary of Kinetic Engineering Ltd. The company was established in September 2022 and operates a manufacturing facility spanning 87,000 sq. ft.

Ajinkya Firodia, Vice Chairman & Managing Director, Kinetic Watts & Volts Ltd., said: "Kinetic has always stood for democratizing mobility and innovation. With this partnership, we now extend that commitment into digital mobility, bringing voice assistance and connected features to everyday riders, so technology becomes truly intuitive and useful. This collaboration also stays true to our motto of 'Easy' a philosophy already visible in practical features such as Easy Key, Easy Flip and Easy Charge; and now strengthened with seamless digital experiences that simplify ownership for our customers."

Ashish Lodha, President, Jio Platforms, said, "Our partnership with Kinetic exemplifies our vision to build a truly connected automotive ecosystem in India. By bringing Jio's voice assistance and IoT capabilities to the two-wheeler segment, we are not just upgrading vehicles; we are redefining the interaction between man and machine, bringing the benefits of smart mobility to every Indian rider."

Kinetic Engineering Limited (KEL) is the flagship entity of the Kinetic Group and has operated in India's automotive manufacturing sector for over five decades. KEL supplies components to Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, Ashok Leyland, Renault, American Axle, Magna Powertrain, and Sonalika Tractors.