Shift: A podcast about mobility
Software-defined vehicle tech takes driver’s seat at CES
Jan 14, 2024
Maria Anhalt, CEO of Elektrobit, and Qualcomm VP discuss software-defined vehicles and their impact on the automotive industry. Topics include the difference between hydrogen and green hydrogen as energy sources, the trend of open source in the auto industry, observations and trends at CES, and the challenges faced by traditional automakers. They also mention collaboration with AWS on cloud native development and insights on software defined vehicle development.
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Quick takeaways
- The concept of a software-defined vehicle involves reducing hardware and making it smarter by developing a software platform and utilizing radars and low-end cameras.
- Honda is transitioning towards a zero-emission future, aiming to have 30 EV models by 2030 and achieve 100% EV sales by 2040.
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Hydrogen News and Green Hydrogen
The podcast episode discusses the surprising amount of hydrogen news coming out of CES, highlighting companies like Bosch, Packar, Hyundai, and VIA. The focus is on the potential of green hydrogen as a viable and sustainable energy source. Hyundai's efforts to produce hydrogen from non-recyclable plastic, animal manure, and food waste are mentioned, along with their goal to establish a whole ecosystem supporting fuel cell vehicles.
