In this episode of "Driving the Future," we dive deep into the software revolution transforming the automotive industry. Industry leaders from Renault, Valeo, Vector, and Jefferies share their perspectives on how software is becoming the foundation of the modern vehicle—reshaping everything from design and user experience to business models and investment strategies.
Discover how the shift to software-defined vehicles is driving unprecedented collaboration across OEMs, suppliers, and technology partners. Our guests discuss the challenges and opportunities of over-the-air updates, the need for new skills and faster innovation, and the evolving relationship between automakers, investors, and customers.
We explore the impact of software on vehicle longevity, the emergence of new mobility business models, and the critical role of data in creating safer, more personalized, and more sustainable transportation. Looking ahead to 2030, the conversation covers electrification, autonomy, and the exciting future of mobility powered by software and open ecosystems.
Tune in for expert insights, real-world examples, and a candid look at the road ahead for the automotive industry.
Speakers featured in this episode :
Philippe Houchois
Managing Director, Jefferies
Laurence Bechon
COO Software République, Renault Group
Derek de Bono
Vice President Software Defined Vehicle, Valeo Group
Benjamin Ramel
Embedded software product line manager, Vector France
What is Driving the Future?
Driving the Future is a podcast about where the automotive industry is going, and how not only to keep up with the rapidly changing business, but to shape it.
Fueled by such factors as the climate crisis and the digital revolution, the automotive industry is changing. Whether we’re talking about autonomous cars and electric vehicles or the new customer experiences that digital technologies enable, whether it’s transforming from being an auto manufacturer into an organization that provides mobility services, the map of the industry is being re-drawn. Are you going to follow the path that others lay out, or grab the wheel and shape the future of mobility yourself? The promise of technology is big, but how do you get there?
Driving the Future is a podcast by Capgemini.
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