Automotive OEM
Garmin Automotive OEM offers a unique approach to vehicle technology, delivering advanced solutions that go well beyond the conventional automotive supplier model. Leveraging decades of expertise in navigation, wearables, and connected systems, Garmin develops fully integrated cabin platforms designed to elevate both driver and passenger experiences. Unlike traditional Tier 1 suppliers, Garmin operates a vertically integrated model, overseeing engineering, design, and production internally while providing global support for OEM clients. This structure enables the creation of highly tailored, reliable, and high-quality systems customized to meet the specific needs of each automaker.
The mission of Garmin Automotive OEM is to deliver comprehensive digital cabin solutions that prioritize seamless usability, intuitive interfaces, and connected functionality. Each project reflects a commitment to innovation, precision, and manufacturer-focused customization, ensuring that solutions not only meet requirements but exceed expectations. Garmin’s technology is designed to integrate naturally within the vehicle, offering responsive performance, smart connectivity, and an enhanced experience for all occupants.
OEM clients are supported by dedicated Garmin teams throughout the entire product development lifecycle. From initial requirements and concept design to system deployment, these teams collaborate closely with manufacturers to deliver cohesive solutions that combine hardware, software, and connectivity. The portfolio includes infotainment platforms, unified cabin environments, domain controllers, and driver-assistance systems, all engineered for reliable operation within the vehicle ecosystem.
On the hardware side, Garmin emphasizes durability, performance, and aesthetics, ensuring components meet rigorous automotive standards. Software solutions are intuitive, adaptable, and compatible across multiple vehicle architectures, while engineering teams coordinate closely to ensure all elements function together as a seamless system. Garmin’s global manufacturing capabilities maintain consistent quality across large-scale production runs and provide flexibility to respond rapidly to evolving client requirements.
Garmin Automotive OEM partners with a diverse range of leading automakers, including BMW Group, Ford Motor Company, Honda Motor Company, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan Motor Company, Toyota Motor Corporation, Geely Automobile, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, and Yamaha Motor Company. By combining global expertise, fully integrated technology, and client-focused development, Garmin enables manufacturers to deliver differentiated in-cabin experiences that enhance brand perception and set new standards for connected vehicle innovation.
From initial concept through full production, Garmin Automotive OEM ensures that every system meets stringent standards for quality, safety, and performance. By emphasizing collaboration, customization, and forward-looking technology, Garmin continues to redefine what OEM solutions can offer, helping manufacturers provide next-generation cabin experiences that are innovative, reliable, and engaging.