oftware-Defined Vehicles (SDVs) becoming standard: more of the vehicle’s value, features, and updates are delivered in software rather than purely mechanical/electrical hardware. The Economic Times+1
Connected Vehicle / V2X / eSIM connectivity: Vehicles are expected to be always-connected, exchanging data with the cloud, infrastructure, other cars etc. Offshore IT Services+3TechRadar+3StartUs Insights+3
Autonomous driving / ADAS: More advanced driver assistance systems, sensor fusion, edge computing, redundant sensing, safety validation etc. Redline Group+1
OTAs & firmware updates: Secure ways to update ECU software / features over the air. arXiv+1
Diagnostics & maintenance: Tools are becoming more sophisticated, supporting EVs, hybrid systems, diagnostics beyond just OBD codes. Also more mobile, wireless, and AI‐assisted.