Award Recognition

Varroc Engineering Limited has been recognized as the winner of the In-Cabin Infotainment & Connected Technology Award at the inaugural ET AutoTech Awards 2026. The award celebrates breakthrough innovation reshaping the automotive technology landscape.

Product Description: VarrocLink

The award honors VarrocLink, an indigenous, sovereign connectivity ecosystem engineered to redefine in-vehicle infotainment interactions through deep OEM-centric customization, seamless integration, and differentiated user experience.

Technical Features

  • Built on Asynchronous Architecture that offloads critical tasks including high-precision navigation to the infotainment system's onboard GPS
  • Addresses real-world challenges faced by drivers on long-haul routes and in low-connectivity environments
  • Solves mobile battery drain and GPS reliability concerns that constitute genuine safety concerns
  • Enables development of bespoke OEM-branded UI/UX without dependence on third-party licensing frameworks
  • Eliminates high licensing costs and standardised UI constraints across vehicle segments

Current Features Available

  • Music control
  • Call and SMS alerts
  • Event calendar synchronization
  • Full 360-degree view of car on mobile phone using onboard surround view system

Future Development Roadmap

VarrocLink is evolving into a full Vehicle Command platform with Remote Vehicle Management capabilities including:

  • Remote diagnostics
  • Vehicle health monitoring
  • Remote air-conditioning control
  • Remote horn and light activation
  • Find-my-car feature
  • Other operational controls scheduled for integration in coming months

Market Implementation

VarrocLink is currently being integrated into next-generation models of a major Indian OEM across:

  • 4x4 lifestyle SUV portfolio
  • Premium MPV portfolio

The platform brings connected-car capabilities to segments traditionally underserved and is designed to be:

  • Segment-agnostic
  • Scalable across vehicle categories including:
  • Four-wheelers (ICE and EVs)
  • Passenger vehicles
  • Commercial vehicles
  • Multi-axle commercial vehicles

Management Commentary

Mr. Dhruv Jain, Whole-time Director and CEO, Varroc Business II stated: "At Varroc, our endeavour is to deliver brilliance at scale, to build solutions that are rooted in the realities of local markets while meeting global benchmarks of performance and quality. Varroc Link reflects that approach. It addresses genuine challenges faced by Indian OEMs and drivers alike, and we are proud to see it recognised as a meaningful step forward towards safe, smart and sustainable mobility."

Mr. Deepanshu Taumar, Head of Product -ETAuto & Manufacturing commented: "We are delighted to recognize Varroc Engineering as a winner at the inaugural ET AutoTech Awards 2026. The quality of submissions this year was truly exceptional, reflecting the remarkable pace of innovation transforming the automotive technology landscape. Varroc's entry stood out for its strong focus on addressing real-world mobility challenges through advanced connected technologies and innovation-driven solutions. It represents the kind of forward-thinking approach that is helping shape the future of the automotive industry, and we are proud to celebrate this achievement."

Company Background

Varroc Engineering Ltd is a global tier-1 automotive component group incorporated in 1988. The group manufactures and supplies:

  • E-mobility solutions
  • Body systems solutions
  • Lighting solutions
  • HMI solutions
  • ICE powertrain
  • Advanced electronics

Financial and Operational Metrics (FY26)

  • Group income: ₹89,080 million from continued operations
  • Employees: More than 5,400 employees (750+ R&D Engineers)
  • Global operating manufacturing facilities: 37
  • R&D Centres: 7
  • Patents filed: More than 130