Maruti Arena Cars Now Get ‘Suzuki Connect’ Internet Car Tech

We are living in a digital era. Data-driven technology integrated with Artificial Intelligence has become the new normal. It has evolved so much so that we can automate most of our daily activities.

The Digital revolution has led to productive changes in human lives everywhere in the world. It is linked with our lives to that extent, we cannot think of a day without the internet.

As is the scenario, how can we keep vehicles away from digital technology?

Smart cars incorporated with the internet and digital techniques created a new revolution in the automobile sector. The technology enhances the driving experience, convenience, comfort and assists in navigation. All the data related to the vehicle is at your fingertips, with the system monitoring everything and displaying it instantly.

Suzuki Connect Internet Car Technology

Maruti Suzuki has always been at the forefront in delivering customers with the most advanced technical solutions. The quick understanding of changes in the world and integration of the same in automobiles have been the foremost reason for the successful existence of Maruti Suzuki since the early 1980s.

Suzuki Connect, the innovative Telematics Solution from the renowned brand, will offer seamless connectivity. With the feature-rich solution, you will remain connected with your family and friends, can obtain geographical info, receive alerts, seek on-road assistance as and when required (24x7), check the driving analytical data, and track the vehicle in real-time.

Almost all of the Maruti Arena cars are available with the advanced Suzuki Connect internet car technology.  Maruti Suzuki Alto, Wagon R, S-Presso, Ignis, Ciaz, Vitara Brezza, and many other models are installed with the technology.

The main point is that the Suzuki Connect was earlier limited to the models from Maruti Nexa only. The premium segment from Maruti. With the introduction of the telematics solution in popular models, more people can enjoy the comfort and convenience offered by internet technology.

What is “Suzuki Connect” Internet Car Tech?

Suzuki Connect is the state-of-the-art digital solution that connects the internet world with the systems of the automobile. It functions as an interface to provide seamless connectivity between the car and the digital world.

The Telematics Control Unit (TCU), an exclusive innovation by the R&D team at Suzuki, is the brain of the system. The component initiates all the alerts, information, and customer-support measures.

TCU is the brain behind the quick notifications including security alerts, anti-theft/ anti-tow away notifications, vehicle status info, Geo-fencing, vehicle live status, live vehicle info, vehicle analytics, etc. The cloud-based system can be accessed through the specific mobile application designed for the purpose; Suzuki Connect. You can download the app from Google Play Store or Apple App Store and can pair it with the vehicle to use it.

What Are the Features Offered by Suzuki Connect?

The features offered by Suzuki Connect Include:

• Dashboard Update – Track your car’s location with the dashboard update. It would provide you with the latest updated location. Approximate real-time-based info would be very useful.
• Geo-fence – Geo-fence is another acclaimed feature of Suzuki Connect technology. Put a virtual fence for your car with the Geo-fence facility. The boundary can be set in a circular or polygonal shape. Mark five locations and earmark those as the boundary for your car. You will receive an alert whenever the car enters or exits the virtual boundary marked in the system.
• Navigation to the Car – Has it ever happened to you that you forgot where you park the car? It is a normal case when we park the car in a busy place or a large area where there are numerous cars parked around. With the ever-increasing number of four-wheelers, this is going to be a quite common scenario. The Navigate to Car feature will help you reach the car without any problems.
• Location Sharing – Let your family, friends, or colleagues know where you have reached. Choose the live location sharing option to tell them where you have reached. Select the time and duration of sharing. They can track your vehicle for the time you decide.

One of the first doubts that might have come to your mind would be what if a miscreant damages the system. Maruti Suzuki has issued a clarification in this regard. They have stated that the system is placed under a tamper-proof covering. All the components are installed deep inside and concealed in the best possible way. Therefore, the TCU or any associated component cannot be accessed by any unauthorized person.

How Much will the Suzuki Connect Technology Cost?

Suzuki Connect is available at all the Maruti Genuine spare stores in Maruti dealerships. The mobile application can be downloaded from Play Store or App Store, depending on the smartphone you have; whether it is an Android Phone or an iOS-based one.

Equipping your car with Suzuki Connect technology can be done at Maruti Suzuki dealerships. A three-year subscription for the Suzuki Connect will cost you ₹11/900 inclusive of all taxes. The existing members can renew the subscription by paying ₹2,299 for three years or ₹999 for one year.

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