09/11/2025
QNX Report Finds Top Hurdles for Automotive Developers and Urges a Shift in OEM Strategy
Under The Hood: SDV Developer Report
The automotive industry is in the midst of its most significant transformation yet. Every part of the vehicle is being reimagined, with software taking the driverβs seat. This new, software-defined vehicle (SDV) era is buzzing with transformative applications and services, but it also presents immense challenges for the developers building this future.
To understand the state of play, QNX commissioned the Under The Hood: SDV Developer Report, a global study surveying 1,100 embedded automotive software developers. The findings reveal an industry that is resilient and endlessly creative, but one that is also navigating complex pressures. Developers have a clear and powerful message for OEMs: the time has come for a strategic shift in focus.
Read the report here: