For much of the auto industry’s history, innovation in vehicles meant investments in new hardware. These days, however, digitisation is leading the way, with many major OEMs taking a proactive stance towards embracing the software-defined vehicle (SDV) concept. Renault, for instance, has partnered with both Google and Qualcomm to develop a centralised platform digital architecture for future vehicles. The automaker plans to deliver its first SDVs in early 2026.
