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Auto R&D drives Vector Informatik’s growth

autherJaishankar Jayaramiah     calendar17 Jul 2016

As vehicles get more technology intensive, there is higher demand for R&D from OEMs and suppliers which is where software tools provider Vector Informatik plugs in.

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autherAutocar Professional Bureau calendar13 Jul 2016

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autherAutocar Professional Bureau calendar13 Jul 2016

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