Global Executive Survey: Key Findings of Software-Defined Vehicles

Category: GIA
Published: 2026-04-20
Global Executive Survey: Key Findings of Software-Defined Vehicles

GlobalAutoIndustry.com’s latest Audio Interview “Global Executive Survey: Key Findings of Software-Defined Vehicles” features Himanshu Khandelwal.  Himanshu is Partner & Managing Director with Alix Partners. Himanshu has more than 25 years of experience in automotive and consulting, with specialization in product development, autonomous vehicles, advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), software-defined vehicles (SDV), CX, and warranty/recall management. His clients benefit from an ROI-led approach to transformations. He previously held roles in other consulting firms and in the automotive industry.

In the 20-minute Audio Interview, Mr. Khandelwal discusses these questions:

  • Before we start, tell our listeners: what exactly is a software-defined vehicle, and are there different tiers or maturity levels of SDVs that we’re seeing in the market today… or expect to see in the future?
  • From your worldwide survey of 1,000+ senior SDV executives at automakers, auto suppliers, and tech companies, what are the top two or three findings that you think are most critical for the industry to understand right now?
  • Monetization is a big buzzword around SDVs. Based on your work, what’s actually working today, what isn’t, and what’s realistic versus hype? Is there a solid business case for SDVs?
  • Your research talks about ‘owning the right control points’ in the SDV stack. Can you explain what those control points are and why they matter so much for value creation?
  • Looking across regions, how do you see Western automakers and auto suppliers positioned versus the Chinese and versus ‘native’ SDV players… both in terms of technology readiness and in terms of business model?
  • Finally, for our listeners who might be automakers, auto suppliers, or technology players, what are the one or two concrete ‘so what’ actions they should be taking in the next 12–24 months to accelerate their SDV journey?
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