In connected car news are NXP, Quanta, AGL, Rivian, DOJ, Hyundai, HopSkipDrive & Daimler Truck North America In this Article NXP & Quanta Zonal Networking For SDVs NXP Semiconductors has partnered with Quanta to launch a deterministic zonal networking solution designed for next-generation software-defined vehicle (SDV) architectures. The platform integrates NXP’s S32 automotive processing hardware with TTTech Auto’s MotionWise middleware to ensure predictable, real-time communication across zonal networks. By providing end-to-end determinism across both hosts and networks, the solution addresses critical OEM challenges regarding latency, jitter, and late-stage integration risk in complex E/E systems. The hardware-software stack supports automated topology discovery and schedule generation via a continuous integration workflow, accelerating deployment timelines for zonal controllers. Key technical components include TSN-enabled SJA1110 switches, multi-PMIC power management, and OTA-ready S32 processors. This turnkey approach enables automated configuration for latency-sensitive applications such as audio over Ethernet and real-time RCP control. Moving forward, the collaboration aims for future alignment with the NXP CoreRide zonal reference system to further streamline global SDV integration. Automotive Grade Linux Debuts SoDeV Reference Platform Automotive Grade Linux announced the initial availability of its SoDeV open source reference platform as part of the latest Unified Code Base release, codenamed Ultimate Unagi. The SoDeV architecture integrates the AGL UCB with Linux containers, VirtIO, Xen hypervisor, and Zephyr RTOS to provide a pre-integrated stack for software-defined vehicles. By decoupling software development from hardware availability, the platform allows OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers to execute development on automotive SoCs, virtual machines, or cloud environments, targeting accelerated SDV time-to-market. The Ultimate Unagi release specifically introduces support for Renesas Sparrow Hawk reference boards and migrates to the Yocto Project Scarthgap LTS release 5.0.16 for enhanced stability. The AGL ecosystem expanded with five new members, including MediaTek, EMQ, Lineo Solutions, VA Linux Systems Japan, and Very