Software is transforming the entire process of vehicle design, manufacturing, user experience and upgrade, while also presenting intricate challenges. With our deep expertise and architecture knowledge, NXP is leading carmakers into the software-defined future. Our building blocks provide the underlying vehicle infrastructure for a new generation of future-proof vehicles.
Software-Defined Vehicle Infrastructure
Software-Defined Vehicle Infrastructure
A foundation for vehicle control, services and differentiation
Building the Essential Vehicle Infrastructure
Software and hardware systems must work in unison, safely and reliably across the entire vehicle throughout a lifetime of updates. NXP's software-defined vehicle driving platform enables these systems, bringing together real-time compute, networking and connectivity as well as propulsion and electrification solutions.
Enriches Vehicle Driving Experiences
Our infrastructure platform helps automakers advance real-time vehicle control, data intelligence, new features and revenue-generating services - from the edge to the cloud.
Scalable and Flexible for the Future
Scale across applications and adapt to any electronic architecture. Connected to the cloud with over-the-air updates, the car gets better over time.
Built on a Safe and Secure Foundation
From the ground up, we focus on security and safety, designing our products to meet the highest standards.
Building Blocks of the SDV Infrastructure
Our stable, secure long-lasting platform is designed to support the infrastructure that underpins every aspect of the vehicle operations, from ADAS to user interaction. And it's flexible to work in any architecture, from domain to zonal.
Vehicle Computer
ASIL D safety, hardware security, high-performance real-time and application processing and network acceleration.
Zonal Controllers
Hub for power distribution and data connection to actuators and sensors within a physical area.
In-vehicle Networking
Safe and secure flexible backbone of Ethernet, CAN, LIN and FlexRay based distributed networking.
Connectivity Domain Controller
Secure car access, V2X, Wi-Fi®, Bluetooth® LE, UWB and cellular connectivity between the vehicle and the outside world.
Service-Oriented Gateway
High-performance and real-time processing, networking and bandwidth for handling in-vehicle services.
Data Logger
Data-driven intelligence from every vehicle source can evolve ADAS, EV range and new services.
Firmware Over-The-Air (FOTA)
Update securely and seamlessly the vehicle ECU firmware in the background.
Software-Defined Vehicle Platform
Flexible and upgradable systems start with a comprehensive portfolio platform that NXP offers.
S32 Automotive Compute Platform
A safe, scalable platform with reusable hardware and software, featuring over-the-air (OTA) updates and security built-in.
NXP Ethernet Solutions
High data rates and design flexibility.
NXP Power Management Systems
Safe and scalable Multi-PMIC solutions (BYLink Platform).
Virtual Modelling, Digital Twin and Beyond
Virtual modelling means faster results. You can model, test and optimize your NXP automotive design virtually across teams. Do this before silicon* is available to bring new vehicles and features to market faster.
In the same development environment, a digital twin of the vehicle can help manage health and updates throughout the lifetime of the fleet.
Design Resources
Automotive Software Tools
It's a software-first at NXP. As more complex software defines functions of the vehicle, we continue to build up our robust software foundation. Code reuse, preintegrated software and abstract layers up the software stack remove the need for tedious reiteration.
Automotive Partner Engineering Services
Complex vehicle architectures require tremendous software content and expertise. Count on our production- proven partners for highly optimized software, development boards and reference designs to drive innovation across every part of the design phase.
Software-Defined Vehicle Training
NXP and Partners Dedicated to Helping OEMs Drive Modern Vehicle Architectures. Get insights on emerging developments for software-defined vehicle architectures.
Development Platforms
Get insights on emerging developments for software-defined vehicle architectures.
Other Applications
Additional Documentation
VDC Research: Software-Defined Differentiation Through Automotive Technology
Read more about enabling intelligent connected vehicles with a connected data lifecycle.
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Explore our rich portfolio of safe and secure Ethernet solutions Driving Ethernet™.
Read the brochurePre-Integrated Argus IDPS on NXP's S32G
Learn the basic principles of vehicle intrusion, detection and prevention systems and gain guidance on how to maximize Argus IDPS performance on the NXP S32G processor.
Read the white paperAutomotive Zonal Architectures White Paper
Learn more about how we identify the challenges and solutions for the emerging era of automotive zonal architectures.
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