The safe use of smartphones has quickly become established as an essential part of the motoring experience. But while the mobile and automotive industries have successfully developed advanced in-car communications, the power-hungry nature of these devices has created an entirely new challenge: How to best charge a smartphone inside a vehicle without cumbersome cables? We began working with Audi, one of the leading exponents of in-car communication, on this issue back in 2012. 

Today, the relationship between our Connected Vehicle Solutions (CVS) division and Audi has led to our wireless charger being integrated into all current Audi models except the A1 and Q3 - with these models set to follow in 2018. To date, around 500,000 wireless chargers have been installed at Audi – and just under one million in the entire Volkswagen Group - and 2018 will see sales figures double. Drivers and passengers have gained great benefits from our partnership. 

In addition to fast, safe and convenient wireless charging, the advantages include being able to use the smartphone to take over the functions of the car key, such as opening and closing the vehicle and starting the engine.