Sponsored “Engineering and IT need to communicate effectively to successfully manage the shift” Yannick Tiedemann
“Chiplet-based designs enable scalability and performance” Interview with Hanno Wolff, Synopsys As SDV development accelerates worldwide, regional strategies diverge sharply. Hanno Wolff from Synopsys explains how global ecosystems, semiconductor innovation, and early co-design shape the next generation of automotive computing. Benjamin Müller
Polestar plans full rollout of Google Gemini across its line-up Conversational AI Technology ADT editorial team
Urban mobility technology Parkopedia and Hyundai AutoEver launch indoor navigation solution Parkopedia and Hyundai AutoEver have introduced Europe’s first seamless in-car indoor navigation system. It guides vehicles to precise parking bays or charging points — without GPS. This innovation could simplify mobility in dense city settings. ADT editorial team 27 November 2025
Digital twins drive chip development Siemens and Saicec accelerate SDV chip validation Siemens and Saicec plan to speed up the validation of automotive chips by applying advanced digital-twin technology. Their joint approach targets faster certification cycles and more reliable system-level testing. ADT editorial team 25 November 2025
Interview with Houssem Ghanmi, NXP “The biggest barriers are mindset and organizational structure” As the shift toward hyperscale platforms accelerates, legacy automotive structures face an existential test. NXP’s Houssem Ghanmi explains how OEMs can move from adaptation to reinvention in the software-defined era. Benjamin Müller 24 November 2025
China’s tech momentum Chinese brands force Europe to rethink its strategy Chinese manufacturers now set the pace in connected-car innovation, yet German OEMs still hold important advantages. The decisive question will be how quickly they can convert these strengths into competitive progress. Benjamin Müller 21 November 2025
Zonal architecture VW and Rivian advance zonal SDV architecture Volkswagen and Rivian report major progress on their new zonal SDV architecture. First reference vehicles are ready for winter testing in 2026, with the ID.Every1 set to launch in 2027 as the first model using the platform. ADT editorial team 19 November 2025
Interview with Chris Jacobs, Micron “Memory solutions also enable lower power consumption” As multimodal AI turns cars into data centers on wheels, memory and storage become critical. Chris Jacobs from Micron explains how new DRAM and flash architectures deliver the bandwidth, latency, and reliability needed for real-time in-vehicle AI. Benjamin Müller 18 November 2025
automotiveIT car.summit 2025 Customer benefit must be the focus On the journey from hardware-centred vehicles to software-defined mobility solutions, companies need not only the right technology but also a culture of exchange on an equal footing. Götz Fuchslocher 14 November 2025
Interview with Deepak Vedha Raj Sudhakar, Mercedes-Benz “Performance simulation and predictive analysis play a critical role” Balancing performance and functional safety remains one of the toughest challenges in automotive computing. Mercedes-Benz expert Deepak Vedha Raj Sudhakar explains how model-based simulation optimizes SoC design and accelerates ADAS integration. Benjamin Müller 13 November 2025
automotiveIT car.summit 2025 IT and engineering must speak the same language Development and IT must collaborate more closely than ever on software-defined vehicles. External partners and their expertise are equally important aspects, experts emphasise at the automotiveIT car.summit. Götz Fuchslocher 12 November 2025
Production launch next year SAE Level 3 assistance system with ZF expertise goes into production in 2026 ZF and the Chinese company Horizon Robotics announce the production launch of a driver assistance system (ADAS) that supports SAE Level 3 and the Chinese Urban Navigate on Autopilot (Urban NOA). Götz Fuchslocher 17 November 2025
For highly automated vehicles Infineon and partners present supercomputing platform 28 partners from industry and research have developed a central supercomputing platform for cars with Mannheim-CeCaS. The 'Made in Germany' demonstrator aims to consolidate computing power, reduce complexity, and pave the way for safe autonomous driving. Ronja Schmiedchen 10 November 2025
For more range Is the range extender making a comeback? It became clear not only during a tour of the IAA in Munich: the much-maligned range extenders could become a topic for us again. Suppliers are working hard on the drive technology - not just for customers in China. Stefan Grundhoff 21 October 2025
Interview with Dr Chantal Himmels, BMW, and Robert Siwy, BMW “Driving simulators have emerged as indispensable development tools” As vehicles become more software-defined, advanced virtualization and driver-in-the-loop simulation are transforming how new functions are developed and validated. BMW’s Dr Chantal Himmels and Robert Siwy discuss how human-centered simulation accelerates innovation and ensures safety. Benjamin Müller
Quality, safety, and security Navigating the software-defined vehicle revolution The software-defined vehicle (SDV) is transforming how the automotive industry creates value. OEMs and suppliers must adapt their strategies and development processes to meet new demands for quality, safety, and security. Changjiang Duan Rafael Taubinger
Interview with Bart Placklé, Imec “We need leading edge solutions, which form the heart of the car” Chiplet architectures are redefining the automotive industry. Imec’s Bart Placklé explains how modular design, interoperability, and ecosystem collaboration can help Europe regain leadership in high-performance vehicle computing. Benjamin Müller
