Ahead of the SDV: Software-Defined Vehicles Europe 2023 conference, Automotive IQ interviewed event speakers Arnav Dhawan and Aaron Dale from S&P Global, who together, shed light on the transformative shift from hardware to software-defined vehicles (SDVs). In this combined-answer interview, both Arnav and Aaron provide a comprehensive overview of the burgeoning SDV market, emphasising the huge potential it holds for automakers.

When discussing the profound impact of SDVs on the automotive industry, Arnav and Aaron explain how the emerging shift promises a more dynamic and personalised experience for vehicle owners, drivers, and passengers; drawing parallels to the seamless updates and enhancements experienced in the world of mobile devices, consumers are now demanding a similar level of agility and adaptability in their vehicles.