Series 17 – Episode 6 – how OTA updates are evolving for SDVs
Summary
At the heart of this shift is the increasing reliance on over-the-air (OTA) updates, which allow manufacturers to modify vehicle functionality remotely without requiring a physical visit to a dealership or service centre. Beyond fixes, OTA updates allow manufacturers to refine advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), optimise battery performance in electric vehicles (EVs), and even personalise driving experiences. Historically, OTA capabilities were mostly limited to infotainment systems, but today, manufacturers are expanding it across all vehicle components – from ADAS to door modules and even seat controls." Looking ahead, Alcantara sees further integration of OTA technology into the development lifecycle: "A major trend is shifting validation earlier in the process. At CES, we demonstrated an OTA pipeline running on a virtual Android Automotive system in the Cloud – allowing for safer, more predictable rollouts."