Renault Korea Signs MOU with Kakao Mobility for Next-Generation Vehicle Experience Innovation

Expanding Collaboration for Future Mobility Service Development

Renault Korea announced on July 8 that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for "Next-Generation Vehicle Experience Innovation" with Kakao Mobility.

This agreement marks the first step toward ushering in the era of Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs) by combining Renault Korea's vehicle platform with Kakao Mobility's mobility technology and software capabilities. The two companies have agreed to explore the potential for developing new vehicle experiences and mobility services through mutual collaboration.

Renault Korea has signed a memorandum of understanding with Kakao Mobility for 'Next-Generation Vehicle Experience Innovation.' From the left, Nikola Paris, President of Renault Korea, and Ryu Geungsun, CEO of Kakao Mobility. Renault Korea

Going forward, the two companies plan to cooperate across various future mobility sectors, including high-precision mapping and software technologies for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), next-generation in-vehicle infotainment, and the advancement of connectivity services.

Meanwhile, at the NextRise event held at COEX on June 18-19, Renault Korea's booth showcased a next-generation mobility concept car featuring various Kakao Mobility technologies and services implemented in the Grand Koleos, such as the Kakao T Taxi Driver App and rear-seat passenger-exclusive entertainment. The display attracted significant attention from visitors.

Renault Korea is pursuing an open innovation strategy with domestic ICT companies and startups. Under this strategy, it is offering services such as "R:Rush," an AI-generated music-based platform, and "R:Racing," an extended reality game utilizing the vehicle's front camera, through Filant.

Nicola Parrie, President of Renault Korea, stated, "We will continue to introduce innovative services that embody our 'Human First' philosophy by combining Renault Korea's expertise in vehicle development with the capabilities of our partners."

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