To provide more convenience and secure services for drivers, passengers, and automotive players, car makers require reliable connection and cybersecurity solutions. Carmakers can rely on Thales to provide secure connected solutions and meet the criteria of new standards such as UNECE WP29 *. Thales is assisting them with the delivery of the trusted car of the future, with more than 20 years of experience in automotive connection and cybersecurity.
Thales provides a secure connection solution that gives drivers, passengers, and maintenance crews more access to vital data. Because, connected cars need to communicate with the environment, other vehicles, road infrastructure, and the car makers’ network in order to provide users a safe and enjoyable driving experience.
Wireless modules allow connectivity by transmitting and/or receiving data via high-speed, low-latency transmission. Furthermore, thanks to an automotive-grade embedded SIM (eSIM), the connected automobile can have its own digital identity, allowing it to identify itself on the network and verify the integrity of the data it transmits. The eSIMs also simplify logistics since the connectivity service providers can be activated after the vehicle has been manufactured or any time during its lifetime.
* UNECE WP.29 is the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) World Forum for the Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations
Drivers and passengers can use the seamless connectivity management solution to access a number of worldwide in-car services, including eCall (an automatic EU emergency call in the event of an accident), remote software updates, and easier recall actions.
Thales supports stable cyber security infrastructures with advanced consultancy services, powerful digital authentication, and encryption technologies to maintain a high level of security. During the lifetime of a vehicle, this allows for the protection of access to the car and the data it generates or receives, as well as the sending of secure updates and only allowing access to authorised actors. Car manufacturers can also use Thales Security Operation Centres (SOC) to maintain a tight check on their fleet of vehicles, secure their data, and detect and respond to possible cyber threats quickly.
“Since connecting the very first car 25 years ago, Thales has been supporting car makers in their digital transformation to build and secure connected cars. Thales benefits from strong relationships with many car manufacturers and connectivity providers, enabling a thorough understanding of current needs and the market evolution. Today we are not only able to offer the car industry innovative connectivity solutions, but also to build together the best automotive cybersecurity solutions, so people can trust and rely on their vehicles.” Christine Caviglioli, VP Automotive at Thales
Jean-Marie Letort, VP Cybersecurity, Consulting & Operations at Thales, commented, “By combining the cybersecurity expertise of Thales and the connectivity solutions from our digital business, Thales is positioned as a leader on the value chain of connectivity and cybersecurity to serve the automotive industry. Our ambition is to support Tier 1 suppliers and OEMs in accelerating their secure digital transformation and path towards fully autonomous vehicles.”
Thales brings decades of digital security knowledge from important areas (such as aerospace, transportation, and defence) to help carmakers meet their business issues. It provides reliable, well-proven cybersecurity solutions and services for connected automobiles, as well as regulatory compliance to protect drivers’ data privacy.
Thales brings decades of digital security knowledge from important areas (such as aerospace, transportation, and defence) to help carmakers meet their business issues. It provides reliable, well-proven cybersecurity solutions and services for connected automobiles, as well as regulatory compliance to protect drivers’ data privacy.