#software-defined vehicles

All articles tagged with "software-defined vehicles"

Ford CEO Jim Farley said repairs are fine but pointed to modern vehicle complexity.
The debate centers on access for independent mechanics as much as DIY work.
The issue is increasingly tied to software control and competition policy.

DT Editorial Team·Jun 12, 2026·via thedrive.com

Tesla acknowledged some older vehicles need upgraded cameras and computers for autonomy.
Automotive News says the issue could foreshadow a broader industry problem.
The core concern is that vehicle hardware may age out long before the car itself does.

DT Editorial Team·May 18, 2026·via autonews.com

Automotive News says Chinese automakers are advancing software-defined vehicles at exceptional speed.
European brands are responding through localization, China-specific products and faster development cycles.
FAW-Volkswagen’s ID Aura T6 is cited as using a locally developed China Electronic Architecture.
The competitive issue is increasingly digital execution, not just manufacturing scale or vehicle hardware.

DT Editorial Team·May 3, 2026·via autonews.com

Alex Oyler says starting clean is easier than combining legacy and new systems in SDV programs.
The source frames software-defined vehicles as a competitive race among automakers.
Different manufacturers are positioned differently in that transition.

DT Editorial Team·May 3, 2026·via autonews.com

Electrek’s source text says Tesla told an HW3 owner to “be patient.”
The same source says the owner has been waiting seven years for FSD.
The item underscores how software timelines can become central to EV customer trust.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 18, 2026·via electrek.co

DT Editorial Team·Apr 11, 2026·via cleantechnica.com

DT Editorial Team·Apr 6, 2026·via autonews.com

DT Editorial Team·Mar 24, 2026·via autonews.com