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Imagine you’re deploying a mixed fleet of delivery vans, taxis, and EV buses—and you need reliable insights on vehicle health, location, and passenger experience. That’s exactly where our AQ20 shines. As a purpose-built Automotive IoT Module, it’s engineered to accelerate IoT for automotive projects with seamless connectivity and rugged reliability.

Automotive IoT Modules are specialized devices that link vehicles to the internet, powering everything from telematics and infotainment to advanced safety systems. They exchange data in real time with the cloud and other endpoints, enhancing performance, safety, and user experience. Built to industry standards, these modules shrug off extreme temperatures, moisture, vibration, and electrical noise—so they perform no matter what the road throws at them.

AQ20: India’s First Made-in-India Automotive IoT Module

We’re proud that AQ20 is the first Made-in-India automotive IoT module developed by Cavli Wireless. It meets the rigorous IATF 16949:2016 standard for automotive quality management and follows Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP). In short, AQ20 isn’t just another module—it’s a certified, battle-tested platform ready for every challenge by IoT in automotive industry

Why AQ20 Is the Foundation for IoT in Automotive Industry Solutions

We’ve worked alongside OEMs and system integrators who needed a single module to handle everything from over-the-air updates to safety-critical diagnostics. AQ20 delivers:

Real-World Impact: From Fleet Telematics to Infotainment

Automotive IoT Modules

Automotive3GPP Release 10

Cellular Bands Supported

EMEA & APAC : LTE- 1/3/5/7/8/20/28A/40 GSM- 900/1800MHz

NA : LTE- 2/4/5/7/12/13/25/66 GSM- 900 /1800 MHz

OS

Yocto Linux

Interfaces

1xUSB 2.0 , 3xUART, 3xSDIO 3.0,2xSDC, 1xUSIM, 1xHSIC, 1xNetwork Indicator, 1xMobile Status Indicator, 1xSGMII, 1xPCM*, 2xI2C*, Main ANT, Diversity ANT, 1xGNSS ANT, 3xADC*, 3xMIC, 2xSPK, 3xADC

Cellular Connectivity Download & Uplink Speed

LTE Cat 4 : 150Mbps (DL), 50Mbps (UL)

GSM : 236.8Kbps (DL) & 236.8 Kbps (UL)

Key Highlights

LTE Cat 4, In-Built GNSS, Automotive Grade, VoLTE Support, SMS over IMS/SG/CS, 2G fallback, USB 2.0 Interface, Yocto Linux

Highlights and Advantages of
Automotive IoT Modules

Cellular Bands

Cellular Bands

AQ20 supports the following cellular frequency bands in the following regions- EMEA & APAC: LTE- 1/3/5/7/8/20/28A/40 GSM- 900/1800MHz and North America LTE- 2/4/5/7/12/13/25/66 and GSM- 900 /1800 MHz.

In-built GNSS

In-built GNSS

AQ20 supports global navigation satellite systems, such as GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BeiDou. With this inbuilt GNSS, it requires no additional hardware requirement to fetch precise location data for IoT applications.

2G Fallback

2G Fallback

The AQ20 automotive grade module supports 2G fallback. It connects to legacy 2G network when the assigned 4G network is unavailable, offering uninterrupted connectivity in your IoT applications.

Data Rates

Data Rates

AQ20 offers peak data rates of 150 Mbps (DL) and 50 Mbps (UL), allowing swift communication and real-time data processing. It is ideal for applications handling large data files like telematics, navigation, and real-time tracking.

VoLTE

VoLTE

AQ20 supports VoLTE (Voice over LTE) enabling high-quality voice communication over LTE networks. It also supports messaging capabilities like SMS over mobile communication protocols like IMS, SG, and CS.

Automotive Grade

Automotive Grade

The Cavli AQ20 automotive module is designed with automotive-specific standards such as IATF 16949:2016 quality management system and automotive quality processes such as APQP, and PPAP. It is proven and reliable to withstand harsh conditions, such as extreme temperatures, vibrations, and electromagnetic interference.

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Go Beyond and Explore

1.

What are Automotive IoT Modules and why are they critical for modern vehicles?

Automotive IoT Modules are specialized devices embedded in vehicles to enable connectivity and data exchange between the vehicle and external networks, devices, or systems. These modules are crucial for supporting a range of functionalities from basic telematics (tracking and diagnostics) to advanced features like automated driving, real-time navigation updates, and in-car infotainment systems.

2.

How do Automotive IoT Modules enhance vehicle functionality?

Automotive IoT Modules enhance vehicle functionality by providing continuous internet access for various applications, facilitating the transmission of telemetry data, and enabling remote management and diagnostics of vehicle systems. They support features such as emergency call, live traffic updates, and remote vehicle control, significantly improving both vehicle safety and user experience.

3.

What are the key considerations when implementing Automotive IoT Modules?

The key considerations in employing an automotive IoT module include ensuring robust and secure connections to prevent unauthorized access to the vehicle systems. The modules must also be highly reliable and able to function under the extreme conditions typically encountered in automotive environments, such as vibrations, temperature fluctuations, and exposure to moisture.

4.

How are Automotive IoT Modules contributing to advancements in vehicle technology?

As vehicles become more connected and autonomous, Automotive IoT Modules are evolving to support higher data throughput, enhanced security protocols, and integration with a broader range of sensors and systems. Future developments are likely to focus on supporting V2X (vehicle-to-everything) communications, which will enable vehicles to interact seamlessly with traffic systems, other vehicles, and even pedestrian devices to enhance traffic efficiency and safety.

5.

What are the security implications of using Automotive IoT Modules?

Security is a paramount concern with Automotive IoT Modules due to the potential risks associated with connectivity. These modules require robust cybersecurity measures to protect against unauthorized access. Solutions include secure boot mechanisms, data encryption, and continuous security updates and patches. Manufacturers must adhere to stringent security standards to ensure the safety and privacy of vehicle data and user information.

6.

How do Automotive IoT Modules impact vehicle maintenance and diagnostics?

Automotive IoT Modules significantly enhance vehicle diagnostics and maintenance by providing real-time data to both drivers and manufacturers. They also allow remote diagnostics to keep a check on device health, facilitating preventative maintenance and reducing the need for physical service visits.

7.

How do Automotive IoT Modules facilitate V2X communication?

The V2X (vehicle-to-everything) communication is geared towards creating more interconnected and automated traffic systems to improve safety and efficiency on the roads. Automotive IoT Modules help vehicles to communicate with traffic signals, other vehicles, and pedestrian devices. It will play a significant role in building a smart city ecosystem and autonomous driving technology.

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