TCS drives next-gen auto tech with three new European software hubs

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has expanded its footprint in Europe’s automotive sector with the launch of three new centres dedicated to Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs). Two new Automotive Delivery Centres in Munich and Villingen-Schwenningen, Germany, and an Engineering Centre in Romania were officially announced on 20 June 2025.

This strategic expansion comes as SDVs redefine the future of the mobility industry. These vehicles, powered by software rather than just mechanical systems, require rapid innovation in areas like digital cockpits, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), and connected services. TCS’ new centres aim to provide just that.

Nearshore advantage and global collaboration

The German delivery centres will provide localised support to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) by offering SDV-specific engineering services. These include solutions for autonomous driving, infotainment, in-vehicle safety, and connected vehicle ecosystems.

Meanwhile, the Romanian Engineering Centre will handle early-stage platform development for complex automotive software stacks. According to TCS, this setup allows close collaboration with European OEMs while leveraging the strength of a global workforce. Over 100 engineers are already active at the new sites, adding to TCS’s pool of more than 2,000 SDV specialists worldwide.

“These new centres will position TCS at the forefront of automotive innovation,” said Regu Ayyaswamy, Senior Vice President & Global Head of IoT and Digital Engineering. “We are enabling state-of-the-art solutions in autonomous driving and advanced cockpit systems.”

Deepening roots in a key automotive region

Europe plays a pivotal role in TCS’s automotive ambitions, with Germany acting as a major innovation hub. The company’s automotive track record in the region spans more than 25 years, delivering solutions across electrification, connected vehicles, and AI-enhanced systems.

Anupam Singhal, President and Business Group Head, Manufacturing at TCS, called this expansion a “key milestone” in the journey toward “Future-Ready Mobility.” He highlighted how the convergence of software, AI, and digital engineering is shaping new experiences for both drivers and passengers.

TCS also integrates Generative AI to streamline feature development and software testing for SDVs, helping OEMs bring innovations to market faster and more efficiently.

European presence, global influence

With over 15,000 employees and 62 offices in Europe, TCS remains a significant technology partner for enterprises across banking, telecom, retail, and manufacturing. The newly launched automotive hubs bolster their presence in the automotive supply chain, focusing on collaboration, faster innovation cycles, and localised service delivery.

By investing in regional talent and infrastructure, TCS aims to stay ahead in a competitive landscape where vehicles are fast becoming digital platforms on wheels.

As software continues to eat the car, TCS is placing itself in the driver’s seat, quietly but firmly steering the shift.