What We’re Reading
Tesla secures a deal to make cars safer through an over-the-air update
ZD Net, October 13, 2022
Software company Zenseact uses cutting-edge AI to boost safety systems in Polestar 3
PR Newswire, October 13, 2022
Why Cruise is making its own chips, and a lot more besides
TechCrunch, October 16, 2022
Do I Really Own My Car?
As vehicle connectivity becomes more prevalent, OEMs are increasingly migrating to a business model where consumers may own the wheels, engine, and seats in their new cars, but not the critical software that operates them. Because software “ownership” is directly related to profitability and control of key vehicle features, it is no surprise that an ownership battleground of sorts has emerged between OEMs and their customers.
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