Subaru targets late-2020s software-defined vehicle launch and plans 40% shorter development times.
They publishedSubaru targets software-defined vehicle launch for late 2020s, plans to cut development times by 40% - Reuters
First reportasia.nikkei.com · 18 Oct, 18:42Z
Latest reportReuters · 19 Oct, 02:12Z
Span7 hours · 3.5h between reports on average
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Why it matters
What
Subaru gives no launch date beyond the late 2020s.
Why
Faster development helps it bring software-led models to market sooner.
Watch
A firmer launch timetable.
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Summary
- Subaru aims to introduce software-defined vehicles later this decade.
- The plan includes over-the-air updates for vehicle software.
- Subaru intends to digitize design and testing processes.
- Development time for next-generation cars targeted to drop 40%.
- Prototype electric vehicle was unveiled to showcase the concept.