“The real bottleneck is not software – it is validation” Generative AI is dramatically accelerating the development of software-defined vehicles. Yet according to KPIT COO Anup Sable, the real bottleneck lies elsewhere: integration and validation. In this interview, he explains why many SDV projects begin to stall just before reaching the finish line. Andrea Hoffmann-Topp
KPIT Moves to Acquire Cybersecurity Specialist Cymotive KPIT is taking a staged route towards full ownership of Cymotive by 2029, strengthening its cybersecurity portfolio as connected, software-defined vehicles turn threat analysis, monitoring and lifecycle protection into strategic requirements. Benjamin Müller
“The first impact will be visible in SDV program acceleration” The EU–India trade agreement could significantly accelerate software development for European OEMs. Indian software and engineering specialist KPIT, with a strong presence in Europe, assesses the implications. Where the greatest leverage lies is explored in this interview. Dr. Martin Large
“S-CORE is the blueprint – we build the actual structure” As open-source architectures move into the core of software-defined vehicles, Eclipse S-CORE aims to deliver the first near-series middleware standard for the industry. In the interview, Dr Nico Hartmann, CTO at Qorix, explains how far the implementation has already progressed — and what comes next. ADT editorial team
KPIT Enables Centralized and Scalable Solutions for Next-Generation Mobility The shift toward software-defined vehicles is transforming traditional architectures into centralized, scalable systems that emphasize safety and efficient data handling. Andrea Hoffmann-Topp
Live Ticker for the Automobil-Elektronik Kongress 2025 (AEK) On 24th and 25th June, the Automobil-Elektronik Kongress 2025 took place in Ludwigsburg. Industry decision-makers discussed developments in automotive electronics, SDV, and AI. Here you’ll find a chronological overview of what happened. ADT editorial team
“Global OEMs are under pressure” “Speed of change” is the most critical KPI in SDV strategy, says Anup Sable—because innovation must be fast, efficient, and scalable to succeed in the global race. As CTO of KPIT, he is one of this year’s AEK speakers, whom we interviewed ahead of the conference. Benjamin Müller
