Microchip Technology Inc. announced that Audi has included MOST150 technology in their latest compact SUV model, the Q2. Media Oriented Systems Transport (MOST®) technology is designed for in-vehicle infotainment platforms. MOST enables the deployment of a large variety of automotive premium surround sound audio systems and driver information systems such as full digital instrument clusters and heads-up displays. Audi has been using MOST150 technology for many years, also deploying it in their A4 Sedans, the Q7 SUV and TT Coupé models. This Second Quarter deployment utilizes the MOST150 Intelligent Network Interface Controllers (INIC) OS81110 and OS81118. MOST technology is designed to ensure digital multi-channel audio streaming in high quality. It offers a robust and proven method of system management and control with superior and reliable Quality of Service (QoS). Compared with alternatives, it is an established deployment that comes with a complete scalable system solution that is low risk and allows for fast time-to-market.