Automotive

By now, it’s almost common sense that open source software (OSS) is accelerating the shift toward software-defined vehicles. But while its benefits – such as innovation, cost sharing, efficiency, and sustainability – are undeniable, OSS in the automotive industry also presents challenges. The third instalment of our survey report series...

The pathways into the automotive industry and the Eclipse SDV Working Group as are as diverse as software developers themselves. For the second part of our series of short interviews with the most active Eclipse SDV committers, we sat down with Kerstin Keller, maintainer of Eclipse eCAL , to find...

Open source software (OSS) is transforming the automotive industry and drives the core mission of the Eclipse SDV Working Group . From enabling cutting-edge innovation to championing sustainability, OSS is reshaping the development of software-defined vehicles (SDVs). Our latest report, “ Driving Efficiency and Sustainability: The Business Value of Open...

An Interview with Frédéric Desbiens, Eclipse SDV ThreadX SIG Lead This year, the Eclipse Software Defined Vehicle Working Group founded a Special Interest Group (SIG) on Eclipse ThreadX , a versatile and mature RTOS technology that has been at the forefront of embedded systems development since 1997. With a small...

Last week, over 60 participants gathered at ICF Karlsruhe, Germany, to build innovative features using SDV tools and blueprints at the SDV Hackathon Chapter 2 . Over two and a half days, 13 teams brainstormed, coded, and prototyped solutions, guided by hack coaches from companies like ETAS, Microsoft, and Bosch...

Peter LeVasseur Shares His Insights on the Future of Automotive Software and Fostering Adoption of Open Source Projects We had the pleasure of speaking with Peter (Pete) LeVasseur, an experienced professional in the automotive and embedded systems space. With over a decade of experience in automated driving, ADAS, and systems...

We sat down with Naci Dai and Andreas (“Andy”) Riexinger, the dynamic duo leading the charge as Hack MC and Hack MC Assistant for this year’s hackathon. Let's dive into their motivations, perspectives, and what makes this hackathon a standout opportunity for advancing the SDV ecosystem.

As we approach the Open Community Experience (OCX), scheduled to take place from 22-24 October in Mainz, Germany, my anticipation and excitement continues to build. This event marks a new chapter for our community, with a fresh conference format that I believe will bring even more value to all of...

We’re excited to announce the return of the Eclipse SDV Hackathon! This year, we’re back and bigger than ever, hosted by Harman International at the ICF Eventhall in Karlsruhe, Germany , from November 20-22, 2024. Whether you’re an experienced developer or just starting your journey, this is your chance to...

The automotive sector is undergoing a profound transformation fueled by the convergence of software defined vehicles (SDVs) and open source software. This groundbreaking shift is poised to redefine vehicle design, safety standards, and overall functionality. Our new report, Driving Innovation & Building Safer Cars with OSS delves into the relationship...