How far does the new S-Class software update go? Mercedes-Benz has updated the S-Class with a clear focus on software. MB.OS, over-the-air updates and AI-based functions are intended to modernise the flagship. The decisive question is how far this transformation goes beyond incremental digital refinement. Ronja Schmiedchen
Why digital infrastructure is becoming the backbone of future mobility A recent study by Digital Realty highlights how data centres, cloud architectures and real-time processing are turning into critical success factors for the automotive industry. Insights from 215 executives show where the sector stands — and where the real bottlenecks lie. ADT editorial team
Aumovio and SAP forge cloud alliance Aumovio is moving its SAP landscape into the cloud through a strategic collaboration with the provider. The transformation aims to deliver greater flexibility, faster update cycles and a modern digital backbone for the company’s next growth phase. ADT editorial team
How IT solutions help carmakers accelerate transformation From connected factories to cloud-driven vehicle development: digital tools and services have become a foundational element of the automotive industry. Here’s how new IT solutions help manufacturers boost efficiency, reduce risks and accelerate innovation. ADT editorial team
“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
Smart cloud instead of cloud first Cloud first is a thing of the past: The automotive industry is focusing on hybrid multicloud and agentic AI. Various IT experts explain how costs, governance, security, energy, and talent shape the architecture. Ronja Schmiedchen
How ARM optimises in-vehicle AI processing As automotive OEMs seek to embed advanced AI-driven functionalities in vehicles, they encounter a familiar challenge: how can these workloads be processed efficiently using the constrained compute resources already embedded in cars? At the Automotive Computing Conference 2025 in Detroit, Robert Day, Director Automotive GTM at Arm Inc., provided practical insights into this question. Benjamin Müller
