The platform allows automakers and suppliers to explore, prototype and commercialize connectivity designs using modules and solutions offered based on Qualcomm’s roadmap. ?“With the Connected Car Reference Platform, Qualcomm Technologies has developed a platform for automakers, module OEM customers, and developers that emphasizes scalability, modularity and security for integrating and managing multiple cutting-edge wireless technologies inside vehicles,” said Nakul Duggal, vice president, product management.  The reference platform is expected to be available by the end of 2016.