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Delphi Is Building a Software Suite to Help Detroit Catch Tesla
- Older cars will be able to get over-the-air software updates
- New car models could have update capabilities built-in by 2020
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The cars consumers are already driving could soon get over-the-air software updates like those pioneered by Tesla Inc. that fix flaws or add features without a visit to the dealership.
Delphi Automotive Plc is building a suite of software designed to help automakers catch up to Elon Musk’s electric-car maker, which designs its vehicles with the ability to be updated remotely much like smartphones. The auto-parts supplier is shopping an aftermarket product that will let vehicles from as far back as 2010 update their engine control, braking systems and infotainment over the airwaves. Delphi’s over-the-air software capabilities could be built into new car models by 2020 if negotiations with carmakers go as planned.