Choosing an automotive software company. What leaders look for
At major automotive industry forums, the conversation around vehicle software has become remarkably consistent.
At major automotive industry forums, the conversation around vehicle software has become remarkably consistent.
An expert interview on automotive software development in 2026, covering SDVs, AUTOSAR Adaptive, AI, Android Automotive, and key developer skills.
Connected vehicles are often described as the next big leap for the industry after electrification. But it comes with a paradox: surveys show that while half of drivers are ready to switch to cars with smarter features, frustration with these features is also on the rise. Some of them feel genuinely useful, while others come across as inconvenient, redundant, or solving problems drivers never had.
We continue to analyse the process of scaling shared mobility software. In Part 1 of our series, we focused on technical and architectural aspects. In Part 2, the final article, we shift to UX and operational challenges: from creating a seamless user app experience to admin tools and expansion into new regions.
Today’s large shared mobility and ride-hailing operators use custom platforms, which give full control over architecture, user experience, and data. Scaling these platforms remains a challenge, but the long-term benefits make them a strong choice compared with off-the-shelf SaaS solutions, which mainly serve smaller local players.
We met with the top experts from Bamboo Apps to discuss the state of the industry and the best strategies for navigating its many challenges.