OPPO Signs Global 5G Patent Deal with Volkswagen for Connected Cars

OPPO and Volkswagen have entered into a landmark global patent licensing agreement, granting Volkswagen access to OPPO's extensive portfolio of cellular standard-essential patents (SEPs), including advanced 5G technologies, to enhance connectivity in Volkswagen's connected vehicles worldwide. This marks OPPO's first bilateral patent licensing deal with an automotive company, signaling its expansion from smartphones into the automotive technology sector. OPPO holds over 62,000 granted patents globally with more than 113,000 filed applications, ranking eighth worldwide in 5G patent strength, according to LexisNexis IPlytics. Both companies emphasized the partnership as a model of respectful, business-focused collaboration that fosters a sustainable intellectual property ecosystem and encourages long-term innovation. Volkswagen views the deal as a strategic step to address the rising demand for robust mobile connectivity in vehicles, covering applications from navigation and infotainment to future autonomous systems. The agreement exemplifies the growing convergence of the mobile and automotive industries as connected cars become increasingly prevalent.