Panasonic Automotive Systems IVI debuts in Toyota RAV4

Panasonic Automotive Systems has debuted its in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) system in Toyota’s 2026 RAV4, marking the first adoption of Toyota’s Arene software platform in a production vehicle. The system integrates with Arene, developed by Toyota group company Woven by Toyota, to enable over-the-air (OTA) updates for both multimedia and advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) features.

The IVI system is available with a 12.9-inch or 10.5-inch high-definition LCD display and consolidates navigation, temperature control and multimedia into a single interface. Connectivity features include wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth audio, digital radio support and cloud-based navigation. A customisable home screen and smartphone-linked voice recognition provide personalisation, while an ADAS-integrated camera recording function adds a safety dimension.

Panasonic Automotive Systems says the large-scale software framework established for this product is intended to support broader software-defined vehicle (SDV) adoption across Toyota’s lineup. The company says it will continue collaborating with Toyota to develop compatible software platforms.

The 2026 RAV4 began reaching North American dealerships in February and is expected to be available in more than 170 countries.

Source: Panasonic