Case Study: Macchina achieves rapid 4G LTE connectivity for its open-source M2 automotive platform with Digi International's XBee Cellular modem

Macchina Selects Digi XBee Cellular for Connectivity in Forthcoming Open-Source Development Platform for Automobiles

Macchina, founded by cousins Earl and Josh Sharpe, is an open‑source hardware and software startup building M2, a universal “one‑to‑many” interface to unlock and modify vehicle control systems. Their challenge was enabling device makers to support hundreds of different car makes and models without building countless custom interfaces, while also providing reliable, real‑time connectivity for telematics and aftermarket applications.

Macchina solved this by integrating the pre‑provisioned Digi XBee Cellular LTE Cat 1 modem, giving a small, certified 4G solution that removes FCC/carrier headaches and speeds development. The result is fast prototyping and deployment — developers get live cellular data from vehicles in minutes, can focus on features instead of connectivity, and benefit from dependable, out‑of‑the‑box connection that “just works.”

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Earl Sharpe

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