The Renault Nissan Alliance has selected Telenor (News - Alert) Connexion as its European supplier of connectivity for the company’s new electric and internal combustion car (ICE) models.

The operator’s dedicated connectivity solution helps Renault’s on-board unit connect to the company’s Global Data Center. The resulting private network environment allows Renault to provide its end customers with a wide range of services and information. Seamless communication is enabled via cellular mobile networks throughout Europe, plus Russia and Turkey. The on-board unit uses the embedded SIM technology from Telenor Connexion’s partner Sierra Wireless (News - Alert).

The main features for electric vehicles include helping customers check the battery status either by phone or computer. Owners will be able to spot the charging locations available and to better plan trips. In addition, the telematics solution will offer subscriptions for optional services such as remote diagnostics, fleet asset management, road assistance, insurance telematics, and more in future.

Rémi Demerlé, EMEA Sales Manager at Telenor Connexion, said, “The agreement with Renault, one of the world’s largest car companies, underlines Telenor Connexion’s position as the leading global M2M connectivity provider in automotive telematics. We are very proud to be part of the Renault-Nissan electric vehicle program, which is the largest ever launched and to support the company’s ambition to be the world leader in zero emissions.”

Claude Deulniau, IT Purchasing Manager at Renault, said, “Telenor Connexion truly supports innovation in M2M and is the first mobile operator able to provide a reliable and secure connectivity solution with an embedded SIM solution for mass deployment in the automotive market.”