Japanese subsidiary introduces bird's-eye view technology for Indian automotive market with local manufacturing and unnamed automaker partnership
15 Jul 2025 | 7539 Views | By Angitha Suresh
Pioneer India announced the launch of its Automotive 360° Surround View Camera System on July 15, 2025, alongside the securing of an OEM customer in the Indian market. The development represents the first deployment of Pioneer's camera technology by an Indian automaker and marks a step in the company's expansion ...
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Pioneer India announced the launch of its Automotive 360° Surround View Camera System on July 15, 2025, alongside the securing of an OEM customer in the Indian market. The development represents the first deployment of Pioneer's camera technology by an Indian automaker and marks a step in the company's expansion strategy for the region.
The 360° Surround View Camera System provides drivers with a bird's-eye view of vehicle surroundings through four HD/FHD wide-angle cameras. The system uses image stitching technology and low-latency video processing to deliver real-time composite views to in-car displays. The technology aims to improve driver visibility in tight spaces, enhance pedestrian awareness, and reduce blind spots.
The system features ruggedized construction for reliability in various environmental conditions and includes fast auto-calibration to reduce installation complexity. It supports integration with standard and custom in-dash displays and can be incorporated into existing vehicle lines or new model development through CAN support integration.
Pioneer India's Advanced R&D team led the product development as part of Pioneer Corporation's globalization strategy. The launch represents the first OEM deployment of Pioneer's camera technology that has been localized, manufactured, and delivered entirely by Pioneer India operations.
"This rollout is a proud moment for our team in India. It reflects our readiness to deliver complex, OEM-grade technology solutions with full local ownership — from concept and development to integration and execution," said Aniket Kulkarni, Managing Director of Pioneer India. Kulkarni characterized the development as a foundation for future collaborations with Indian OEMs in safety, connectivity, sound, and infotainment sectors.
Siva Subramanian, Executive Officer of Pioneer Corporation and CEO of the Mobility AI & Connectivity Business Unit, described India as a key strategic market for the company. He indicated plans to expand camera and connectivity portfolio offerings and collaborate with additional Indian OEMs to develop in-vehicle experiences.
Pioneer India operates as a subsidiary of Pioneer Corporation, Japan, providing audio, infotainment, and mobility solutions to the Indian automotive industry. The company maintains local R&D, program management, and customer support capabilities for OEM partnerships.
The company did not disclose the identity of the OEM customer or provide details about production volumes or timeline for the camera system deployment.