78 | AutoPartsAsia | FEBRUARY 2018GLEANINGS India
Samvardhana Motherson JV With
Ossia For Cota Power System
APA Bureau
APA Bureau
M
otherson Sumi Systems
Limited (MSSL), part
of the Samvardhana
Motherson Group
(SMG), through its subsidiary
Samvardhana Motherson
Automotive Systems Group B.V.
(SMRP BV), has formed a Joint
Venture with Ossia Inc., innovator
of the revolutionary Cota Real
Wireless Power technology.
Motherson Innovations Company
Limited (MI), a subsidiary of
SMRP BV will hold majority share
in the JV and will aim at bringing
Ossia’s Cota power system into
the interiors of some of the world’s
most popular vehicles.The newly-formed entity will
be based in the US and will
be supported by SMG’s global
organisation.
Globally, the JV will focus on the
integration of Cota technology
into a wide range of non-military
passenger, commercial and
public transportation vehicles.
The JV aims to have its systemsdeployed in both private and
public vehicles by 2021 not only to
deliver continuous wireless power
to occupants’ personal devices,
but also power various sensors in
and on the vehicles themselves,
including brake sensors, tire
pressure gauges and key fobs.In addition, the JV will be the
distributor of all Cota wireless
power products across multiple
verticals such as IoT and consumer
devices in India.“Our customers want access to
the most advanced technologies
available today. After extensive
evaluation of multiple wireless
power companies, we have
chosen Ossia as our preferred
partner and are investing to
be a part of the broader Cota
ecosystem. Wirelessly powering
the in-cabin experience and various
other sensors is a tremendous
technological advancement for
both vehicle manufacturers and
consumers,” Vaaman Sehgal, Vice
Chairman of SMG, said.SMG is one of the world’s leading
manufacturers of components and
solutions for top vehicle OEMs.
MI is tasked with developing
new technologies and creating
platforms for new ideas to
be launched. “We are thrilled
to be working closely with a
global leader like Samvardhana
Motherson Group. This Joint
Venture is a validation of Cota
Real Wireless Power, which will be
commercialized worldwide for the
automotive industry,” Ossia Chief
Executive Officer, Mario Obeidat,
said.
Ossia is the developer of the
patented Cota technology, which
redefines wireless power by
safely delivering targeted energy
to devices at a distance. Cota
technology uses radio frequency
to power a range of devices
like wearables, smartphones,
automotive sensors, IoT devices
and batteries. Apart from the JV,
MI will also invest $14 million for a
4.5 percent equity stake in Ossia
Inc.B
ajaj Auto has launched its
new premium executive
Discover 110 and Discover
125 with new stylish
looks, powerful performance and
a first-in-class double LED DRLs
(Day Running Lights) headlamps.
Since its launch in 2004, the
Discover brand has been known
for its superior performance and
distinctive styling. The all new
Discover 110 and 125 take this to
another level with several first in
segment features.
Eric Vas, President (Motorcycles),
Bajaj Auto Ltd., said, “Bajaj hasmade a significant impact in the
100 cc segment with the Platina
Comfortech and CT 100. The new
Discover 110 and 125 bring first
time ever features to customers
in the 100-125 cc segment for a
premium experience. The Discovers
shall attract a whole new set of
customers who desire the benefits
of modern technology.”Both Discovers come with new
long stroke engines that pack in
improved torque and power. It
makes the ride energetic and fun
even in busy traffic conditions. Thenewly launched Discover 110 is
equipped with advance four stroke,
air-cooled, single cylinder 115.5cc
DTS-I engine which delivers a class
leading 8.6 Ps power and 9.81 NM
torque. On the other hand, Discover
125 is geared with advance 4
stroke, air-cooled, single cylinder
124.5cc DTS-I engine which delivers
a class leading 11 Ps power and 11
NM torque.The Discover duo are also fitted with
16 percent longer suspensions and
extra cushioned seats that add to
the comfort of daily rides.Bajaj Auto Launches
New Discover 110,125