Software-defined vehicle architectures, platforms and software-led vehicle capabilities.
Autoware Foundation to host autonomous-driving tutorial at ITSC 2026
The Autoware Foundation will host a tutorial at ITSC 2026 covering its open-source autonomous-driving platform, deployment on vehicle platforms, research applications and software-defined vehicle implementation using the Open AD Kit.
Sonatus details Fastlane vehicle AI platform for engineering and fleets
Sonatus has detailed its Fastlane vehicle AI platform, combining event-driven data capture, cloud-based engineering analysis and in-vehicle edge intelligence. The company says trials cut root-cause investigation times by about 90%, while production deployments support predictive maintenance and software-defined vehicle functions.
Eclipse S-CORE v0.8 advances open automotive SDV safety foundation
Eclipse S-CORE v0.8 has passed its release gate, strengthening requirements, architecture documentation and safety artefacts as the open automotive software project progresses towards a safety-certifiable v1.0.
Honda demonstrates AGL software-defined vehicle platform across three hardware targets
Honda’s chief architect demonstrated the open-source AGL SoDeV software-defined vehicle platform on Renesas R-Car V4H, R-Car X5H and Raspberry Pi 5, highlighting Xen-based domain isolation, VirtIO portability and industry collaboration.
Chips JU opens €300m funding calls for European autonomous-driving stack
Chips JU has opened 16 funding calls worth more than €300 million, including a strategic call to build a European autonomous-driving ecosystem around next-generation software-defined vehicle architectures.
Connected-vehicle data growth puts 5G and SDVs at the centre of automotive IoT
Industry experts and research forecasts point to rapidly rising connected-vehicle data volumes, driven by richer services, over-the-air updates, AI and electrification. 5G is expected to dominate automotive connectivity as OEMs develop software-defined vehicles.
Renault Trucks unveils 2027 T High and electric range
Renault Trucks has presented new diesel and electric models at IAA 2026, including the 2027 T High with the DE13 R engine and E-Tech long-haul trucks, and has showcased expanded electric and light commercial offerings.
Sonatus unveils Fastlane platform for vehicle AI
Sonatus has launched Fastlane, a platform combining vehicle-data collection, AI-driven diagnostics and in-vehicle edge intelligence. Its Insight, Collector, Edge and Copilot products target OEM development, validation, service operations and continuous software-defined vehicle improvement.
AUTOCRYPT named Elektrobit's exclusive South Korea partner
AUTOCRYPT has become Elektrobit's exclusive business partner for software solutions in South Korea, combining AUTOCRYPT's automotive cybersecurity capabilities with Elektrobit's software-defined vehicle technologies and has announced plans to showcase joint technologies at the 2026 Automotive Innovation Day.
Linux lessons point to collaborative software development for SDVs
An Automotive Grade Linux talk argues that automotive software teams should adopt open-source collaboration, staged integration, automated validation and time-based releases to manage the integration complexity of software-defined vehicles.
Dream Chip unveils automotive ISP-X418
Dream Chip has introduced the ISP-X418, an automotive-certified ISP with HDR support, multiple outputs and safety extensions, and has contributed SoC chiplet architecture and Safety Island IP to the CHASSIS programme for a UCIe-based base die.
European Commission cites Eclipse SDV as open-source model
The European Commission has cited Eclipse SDV as an example of industrial open‑source collaboration, has recognised open source as a strategic driver for digital sovereignty, and has facilitated the creation of the ECAVA alliance, joined by the Eclipse Foundation.
Eclipse SDV holds first community meetup in India
The Eclipse SDV community has held its first meetup in Bengaluru, attracting about 90 in-person and 40 online participants, and has identified local requirements for a 'Bharat SDV' approach while emphasising the need for open collaboration.
COVESA, JASPAR sign MoU for SDV API standardisation
COVESA and JASPAR have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to align and implement standardised SDV APIs, leveraging COVESA’s VSS and VISS and JASPAR’s Yoriito open-source project to promote interoperability and commercial deployment.
ZF Unveils Safety and Motion Systems for Commercial Vehicles
ZF has presented integrated safety, electrification and software-defined vehicle solutions for commercial vehicles, highlighting scalable E/E architectures, ADAS, electrified drivelines and trailer-integrated systems designed to improve efficiency, safety and lifecycle value for OEMs and fleets.
Control of the SDV technology stack
The industry has shifted as software-defined vehicles have emerged, and OEMs have faced decisions over architectural control, adopting in-house, hardware-led or collaborative partnership models while emphasising clear strategic direction to preserve long-term ownership.
Infosys joins Eclipse SDV Working Group
Infosys has joined the Eclipse SDV Working Group and has committed to contribute open-source components, AI-enabled vehicle and edge capabilities, and engineering expertise, leveraging its in-tech acquisition and Topaz platform to support standardised, production-grade software for software-defined vehicles.
Predictive and Traditional Vehicle Diagnostics Compared
OEMs have shifted from reactive, fault-based diagnostics to predictive telemetry-driven monitoring that has enabled earlier anomaly detection, over-the-air remediation and continuous fleet intelligence through Automotive Ethernet, SOME/IP, DoIP and AI-integrated platforms.
Automotive Ethernet and CAN Bus: Architectural Differences
OEMs have been adopting Automotive Ethernet as a high-bandwidth backbone and have retained CAN and CAN FD for deterministic local control; vehicle architectures have been shifting towards zonal compute, TSN-enabled deterministic Ethernet and IP-based service-oriented platforms.
Commsignia Advances Hybrid V2X Connectivity for Vehicles
Commsignia has showcased an automotive-grade hybrid V2X and V2N stack deployed in series-production, which has enabled edge millisecond safety decisions and cloud connectivity to bridge coverage gaps while integrating with a cross-brand trust platform for infrastructure data.
Eclipse SDV Hackathon to take place in Friedrichshafen
The Eclipse SDV Hackathon has been scheduled for 6–8 October in Friedrichshafen and has introduced two co‑located tracks to foster collaboration among developers, industry partners and open-source contributors.
Zeekr rolls out OTA update with remote parking and digital key in Australia
Zeekr is deploying its first over-the-air update for all 7X electric SUVs in Australia, adding remote parking, Apple digital key functionality, improved alerts and updated CarPlay without requiring dealer visits.
Magna wins European OEM programme for mirror-integrated driver monitoring
Magna will supply a European OEM with a mirror-integrated driver and occupant monitoring system combining behind-the-glass cameras, software and system integration for centralised vehicle computing platforms.
Elektrobit and ETAS launch integrated ADAS software
Elektrobit and ETAS have launched a fully integrated ADAS software foundation combining EB corbos Linux for Safety Applications with the ETAS Vehicle Software Platform Suite ADAS profile, and have showcased it at the Automotive Engineering Exposition 2026 in Yokohama.
Stellantis plans 29 new EVs and consolidated STLA One architecture
Stellantis plans 29 battery-electric models by 2030 within a wider 60-vehicle strategy. Its new 800-volt-capable STLA One architecture will support multiple powertrains and integrate central computing, smart-cockpit and steer-by-wire technologies.
Volvo and Google preview Gemini-powered in-car navigation features
Volvo Cars and Google previewed Gemini-powered camera interpretation and parking-sign assistance, alongside 3D Immersive Navigation for future Volvo models including the EX60. The features combine AI, mapping and Volvo’s software-defined vehicle architecture.
SDV survey finds industry shifting from data monetisation to maintenance
Sonatus-sponsored Omdia research finds predictive maintenance and smart diagnostics have overtaken data monetisation as leading vehicle-data priorities in 2026, as OEMs focus on quality, reliability and customer experience. The shift is strongest in China and North America.
Open-source collaboration for commercial vehicle platforms
Industry participants have formed an Eclipse SDV group and have developed an open-source reference architecture to standardise non-differentiating software, address interoperability, cybersecurity and diagnostics, and have deployed a prototype on an internal test fleet.
BMW prices 2027 iX3 at $61,500 with up to 434 miles of range
BMW has announced US pricing and September deliveries for the 2027 iX3 50 xDrive, its first series-production Neue Klasse model. The electric SUV offers up to 434 miles of range, 800V charging and sixth-generation eDrive technology with cylindrical-cell batteries.
ACT Expo 2026 highlights AI adoption in commercial-vehicle operations
ACT Expo 2026 highlighted the commercial-vehicle sector’s shift towards operational AI, including predictive maintenance, edge computing, autonomous trucking and fleet software that supports real-time decision-making.
AGL releases SoDeV platform; five new members join
AGL has released the initial SoDeV reference platform in its Ultimate Unagi UCB release and has added five members, enabling software-first SDV development, virtualisation, cloud integration and broader industry collaboration.
Eclipse S-CORE 0.7 released
The Eclipse S-CORE community has released version 0.7, introducing performance, stability and developer tooling enhancements across core modules and testing toolchains to support adoption in complex automotive software projects.
Geely unveils purpose-built electric robotaxi prototype in China
Geely has unveiled the EVA Cab, an electric purpose-built robotaxi prototype featuring L4 autonomous-driving software, digital LiDAR, high-performance AI computing and vehicle-cloud cybersecurity. A CaoCao Mobility version is planned for large-scale commercialisation in 2027.
COVESA and JASPAR announce connected-vehicle API collaboration
COVESA and JASPAR announced an active collaboration on standard APIs built on COVESA’s VSS and VISS technologies at COVESA’s Spring All Member Meeting. The event also highlighted progress in software-defined vehicles, AI, vehicle data and fleet-management standards.
Microchip, Sunny Smartlead widen ASA-ML ADAS ecosystem
Microchip and Sunny Smartlead have expanded the ASA-ML ecosystem by introducing ADAS camera modules based on Microchip’s VS700 family and have promoted interoperable, secure and time-synchronised in-vehicle connectivity for OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers.
ZF introduces SUMS Suite for trailer software governance
ZF has introduced a modular SUMS Service Suite that has enabled trailer OEMs to assume software update governance and comply with UNECE R156, and has become the first Tier-1 supplier to attain ISO 24089 certification for trailer updates.
OTA Software Updates for Vehicle Lifecycle Management
Manufacturers have adopted over-the-air updates as a core capability, enabling remote deployment of patches, ECU version control and phased rollouts, and have relied on standards such as eSync to support secure, interoperable and scalable fleet software management.
Hyundai Mobis launches large-scale SDV validation system
Hyundai Mobis has established a data integration platform, the company has said, that has combined real-world sensor data with parallel simulators to accelerate ECU and ADAS validation and has aimed to deliver 10,000 validation hours per week.
Nissan outlines AI-defined vehicles and electrification
Nissan has announced its Mobility Intelligence vision centred on AI‑defined vehicles, has committed to deploying AI Drive across 90% of its line‑up, and has outlined expanded electrification and a model rationalisation from 56 to 45 to enhance efficiency.
Bosch and Qualcomm expand collaboration on scalable ADAS platforms
Bosch and Qualcomm are extending their collaboration through new ADAS production programmes using Bosch vehicle computers and Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Ride platform. The solutions support centralised computing and combined cockpit-ADAS systems, with vehicles from new customer programmes expected from 2028.
WirelessCar event highlights software-defined vehicles, AI and cybersecurity
WirelessCar’s Dev:Radar 2026 event in Gothenburg examined software- and AI-defined vehicles, AI-assisted engineering and cybersecurity-by-design, highlighting how software and security practices are reshaping connected mobility development.
Volkswagen partners with Xpeng for vehicle technology
Volkswagen has partnered with Xpeng to source vehicle hardware and software in China after profits have fallen and local competitors have gained market share; the collaboration has accelerated development timelines compared with Western peers.
MATTER integrates Iontra battery intelligence
MATTER has integrated Iontra’s battery intelligence into its AI‑Defined Vehicle platform, enabling real‑time state‑of‑health sensing and adaptive charge control to predict degradation, manage thermal stress and potentially improve charging speed, reliability and lifetime ownership costs.
Toyota adopts Panasonic infotainment for new RAV4
Toyota has partnered with Panasonic to integrate an advanced infotainment system into the 2026 RAV4, has aligned it with the Arene software platform and has enabled over-the-air updates, improved user experience and enhanced connectivity.
Marelli and AWS launch AI for SDV test automation
Marelli and AWS have unveiled an AI-powered System Test Generation Agent that has automated creation of traceable system test cases, has reduced validation time and has integrated with existing engineering workflows to support software-defined vehicle development.
Qualcomm and Wayve integrate AI Driver with Snapdragon Ride
Qualcomm and Wayve have announced a collaboration that has integrated Wayve's AI Driver with Qualcomm's Snapdragon Ride to offer a pre-integrated platform that has been designed to simplify ADAS and automated driving deployment for manufacturers.
Tata Elxsi launches DevStudio.ai for automotive software
Tata Elxsi has launched DevStudio.ai, a generative AI platform that has been designed to accelerate automotive software development, integrate with existing tools and maintain ASPICE-compliant traceability across cloud and on‑premise environments.
Mercedes-Benz to develop compact EV platform in China
Mercedes-Benz has initiated development of a compact EV platform in China, has assigned its Chinese R&D centre as global lead, and has adopted Geely's GEEA electrical architecture for the Phoenix platform to replace the MMA and reduce costs.