Inside the Infotainment Modernization for a Premium Automotive Brand
Case Study
What You’ll Learn
- How Accedia designed the new HMI, including gestures, themes, animations, and voice-avatar interactions.
- The hardware and UX challenges behind a cross-model infotainment platform.
- The impact on performance, usability, and decision-making, including measurable gains.
- The engineering decisions behind faster startup times, lower latency, and smoother app transitions.
- How Android Automotive OS, native apps, and on-device maps were integrated.
Who Is It For?
Automotive technology executives looking to:
- Modernize legacy infotainment platforms.
- Improve HMI responsiveness and driver experience.
- Unify UX and hardware integrations across models.
- Speed up delivery with predictable development cycles.
- Reduce technical risk through thorough validation.
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Technical Highlights
Built on Android Automotive OS with custom service orchestration
Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto integration
On-device maps with dead reckoning for low-coverage regions
High-performance Java service layer and multi-framework UI (Angular + React)
Measurable Project Results
25–35%
Faster Navigation Tasks
Drivers completed navigation-related actions up to one-third faster thanks to improved UI flow and system responsiveness.
~92 ms
Touch Response Time
Average screen touch latency was reduced to about a tenth of a second, keeping interactions smooth even under load.
6.5 sec
Startup Time
System startup was nearly halved from ~11 seconds to 6.5, making the interface ready as soon as the driver enters.
About Accedia
Accedia is an European IT services company, specializing in technology consulting and custom software development. Founded in 2012, the company has established itself as a trusted global technology partner. Recognized by the International Association of Outsourcing Professionals and ranked among Europe’s fastest-growing tech firms by the Financial Times and Deloitte, our team excels in full-stack application development, cloud solutions, and AI adoption. With a focus on creating transformative digital experiences and driving innovation, we serve clients across 20 countries on 5 continents, offering tailored solutions that empower businesses.
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FAQ: Our Approach to Automotive Software Engineering
How did Accedia ensure reliability and performance?
By applying rigorous automotive-grade testing, setting clear performance budgets, and fine-tuning the Java service layer to keep the system fast, stable, and responsive under all conditions.
How did Accedia collaborate with the client’s internal teams and suppliers?
Accedia embedded a cross-functional team that worked closely with the client’s product, hardware, and design groups. Regular reviews, shared testing cycles, and continuous coordination with external suppliers kept communication clear and the development process aligned.
What about accessibility and internationalization?
The interface supports adjustable text sizes, readable color contrast, reduced-motion settings, and localization for multiple languages, units, and regional formats, ensuring an intuitive experience worldwide.
Can this type of infotainment solution be adapted to other vehicle platforms or hardware setups?
Yes. The architecture was designed with clear service boundaries and modular integrations, making it adaptable to different hardware generations, screen types, and in-vehicle networks.
