Expert Resources | Automotive Cyber Security, Connectivity & SDV Week Europe 2025

Automotive IQ interviewed Charalampos Alexiou, Product Security Incident Response Specialist at Scania Group to find out more about Scania Group's comprehensive approach to safeguarding vehicle security, including advanced threat intelligence and vulnerability management.

Interview highlights:

• Challenges faced by OEMs in adapting to the evolving threat landscape.
• Steps Scania Group has implemented to enhance vehicle and product security.
• The importance of building technical capabilities in threat intelligence and vulnerability management for vehicle manufacturers; urgency and speed of implementation.

In this interview, Nitish Sundarasan, Head of Connected Cockpit at Automobili Pininfarina, explains how super-luxury OEMs are redefining connected vehicle strategies to meet high customer expectations and drive profitability.

Discussion Highlights:

• Strategic considerations for prioritising connected vehicle features and services in the super-luxury automotive segment.
• Importance of delivering high-value, customer-centric features to meet luxury customer expectations.
• Unique challenges faced by luxury car manufacturers in translating connectivity investments into measurable business outcomes.
• Role of industry collaboration in overcoming obstacles and enhancing connectivity offerings.
• Strategies for OEMs to effectively manage costs while maintaining profitability.
• Criteria for selecting connectivity solutions that promise the highest return on investment.
• The significance of understanding customer needs and feedback to develop and refine features that genuinely enhance the luxury driving experience.

In an era where the number of connected services available in vehicles is rapidly expanding, Nayuta Yamasaki Manager - Connected Services Engineering at Nissan Technical Centre Europe, sheds light on the current landscape and future directions. In this interview, Yamasaki discusses the diverse range of connected services offered by European OEMs, including information services, remote control capabilities, and advanced security features. He highlights the growing focus on cloud-based solutions and Feature-on-Demand services as key areas for future development.

Yamasaki also explores how European OEMs are prioritising the integration of these services to balance revenue generation with enhancing customer experience. He outlines the factors influencing the monetisation of connected services, including customer needs, competitive pressures, and cost considerations. Furthermore, he touches on emerging themes such as autonomy and drive assistance, the role of tech companies and big data in shaping service strategies, and the evolving dynamics between subscription models and one-time payments. This conversation offers valuable insights into how the automotive industry is adapting to the evolving demands of connected technology.

Automotive IQ interviewed Ozgur Ali Aktas, Product Owner of E-Mobility Solutions at Ford Trucks, on how Ford Otosan is implementing software-defined vehicles into its electric trucks. Discover the latest innovations, challenges, and opportunities in enhancing EV capabilities through advanced software integration.

Key Highlights:

• Ford Otosan’s Strategic EV Plans: Expanding the commercial EV line-up in Europe, investing in technology, and enhancing software capabilities.
• Next-Generation Electric Trucks: Details on Ford Otosan's new electric truck variants, range, and charging capabilities.
• SDVs and Future Potential: Unlocking new possibilities in drivetrain performance, battery management, and personalised driving experiences.
• Challenges and Collaboration: Managing complex software systems, transitioning to centralised architectures, and collaborating with suppliers for innovation.
  

As vehicles become increasingly connected and autonomous, the automotive industry faces a growing challenge: how to ensure the security of its data-rich systems. This whitepaper delves into the evolving landscape of automotive cyber security regulations, with a particular focus on China’s rapidly developing legal framework.

In this comprehensive report, you’ll find:

• A Global Overview of Cyber Security Regulations: Explore key global standards such as the EU’s Cyber Resilience Act, UNECE R155/R156, and the U.S. NIST Cyber Security Framework, and how they impact the automotive industry.
• Focus on China’s Regulatory Environment: Learn about China’s National Cyber Security Law, Data Security Law (DSL), Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL), and specific vehicle standards like the “Technical Requirements for Vehicle Cyber Security.”
• Compliance Strategies for OEMs: Get practical insights into how OEMs can align with emerging regulations in China and globally, including recommendations for navigating data security challenges and managing vehicle lifecycles.
• Strategic Outlook: Understand the future of cyber security in the automotive sector, the pressures OEMs will face to meet upcoming deadlines, and the potential impact on global market dynamics.

Whether you're a manufacturer, supplier, or industry stakeholder, this whitepaper provides essential guidance on maintaining compliance and strengthening cyber resilience in an era of rapid technological advancement.