Posts by date: 2025 / 0 en https://automotive.softing.com/service/blog/archive/2025.archive.rss Thu, 12 Mar 2026 19:36:26 +0100 https://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/new-solution-spotlight-quickly-programming-a-diagnostic-application-using-a-function-oriented-api.htmlhttps://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/new-solution-spotlight-quickly-programming-a-diagnostic-application-using-a-function-oriented-api.html#commentsMon, 03 Nov 2025 16:23:40 +0100https://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/new-solution-spotlight-quickly-programming-a-diagnostic-application-using-a-function-oriented-api.htmlThe growing connectivity of vehicles and the emergence of new E/E architectures are fundamentally changing the requirements for vehicle diagnostics. High-performance computers, zonal control units and remote access present new challenges for traditional diagnostic systems. The Smart Diagnostic Engine (SDE) offers a powerful runtime environment based on ODX and OTX standards. It provides access to local and remote control units, supports parallel processes, and can be integrated across platforms, covering tools, vehicles, and cloud applications. The function-oriented API makes the SDE highly user-friendly, even for complex diagnostic tasks. https://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/uds-and-sovd-in-hybrid-use-from-the-ecu-to-the-vehicle.htmlhttps://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/uds-and-sovd-in-hybrid-use-from-the-ecu-to-the-vehicle.html#commentsThu, 25 Sep 2025 10:44:57 +0200https://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/uds-and-sovd-in-hybrid-use-from-the-ecu-to-the-vehicle.htmlSoftware-defined vehicles demand new diagnostic concepts. Discover how Softing’s hybrid solution with UDS and SOVD ensures seamless, efficient, and future-proof vehicle diagnostics. https://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/the-challenge-of-workshop-solutions-with-software-defined-vehicles-sovd-in-action.htmlhttps://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/the-challenge-of-workshop-solutions-with-software-defined-vehicles-sovd-in-action.html#commentsThu, 18 Sep 2025 14:32:52 +0200https://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/the-challenge-of-workshop-solutions-with-software-defined-vehicles-sovd-in-action.htmlSoftware-defined vehicles require new diagnostic concepts. Learn how the new standard SOVD (Service Oriented Vehicle Diagnostics) enables efficient, remote, and in-vehicle diagnostics and what this means for workshops and aftersales. https://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/parallel-flashing-as-a-key-technology-in-engineering-production-and-aftersales.htmlhttps://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/parallel-flashing-as-a-key-technology-in-engineering-production-and-aftersales.html#commentsFri, 29 Aug 2025 13:27:30 +0200https://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/parallel-flashing-as-a-key-technology-in-engineering-production-and-aftersales.htmlIncreasing software volumes and shorter development cycles require new flashing methods for ECUs. Parallel installation reduces update times, saves resources, and boosts efficiency. https://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/webinar-recording-now-available-regression-test-coverage.htmlhttps://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/webinar-recording-now-available-regression-test-coverage.html#commentsFri, 29 Aug 2025 11:40:57 +0200https://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/webinar-recording-now-available-regression-test-coverage.htmlWatch the recording of our webinar “Achieving 100% Regression Test Coverage with Diagnostic Simulation” with Lukas Kazenwadel and Dirk Pawels. Learn how diagnostic simulation enables complete regression test coverage. https://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/webinar-achieving-100-regression-test-coverage-with-diagnostic-simulation.htmlhttps://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/webinar-achieving-100-regression-test-coverage-with-diagnostic-simulation.html#commentsMon, 11 Aug 2025 10:26:00 +0200https://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/webinar-achieving-100-regression-test-coverage-with-diagnostic-simulation.htmlJoin our webinar “Achieving 100 % Regression Test Coverage with Diagnostic Simulation” and learn how diagnostic simulation and automation can help you achieve maximum test coverage – efficiently, error-free, and without physical vehicles or ECUs. https://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/softing-automotive-at-the-comvec-2025.htmlhttps://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/softing-automotive-at-the-comvec-2025.html#commentsThu, 07 Aug 2025 08:58:00 +0200https://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/softing-automotive-at-the-comvec-2025.htmlWe are pleased to participate again this year in the renowned SAE International COMVEC™ – the industry meeting place for the entire commercial vehicle sector with a special focus on defense, regulation, compliance, electrification, automation and diesel technologies. Join Stefan Bschor and other experts for their panel discussion "Increased Cybersecurity Impact from AI and Machine Learning". We are looking forward to meeting you at our booth no. 210. https://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/new-solution-spotlight-effective-trainings-with-diagnostic-simulation.htmlhttps://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/new-solution-spotlight-effective-trainings-with-diagnostic-simulation.html#commentsMon, 28 Jul 2025 12:25:00 +0200https://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/new-solution-spotlight-effective-trainings-with-diagnostic-simulation.htmlModern vehicles require diagnostic tools – and systematic training is needed to learn how to use them. However, real vehicles are often difficult to obtain, test spaces are limited, and the effort involved is high. In our Solution Spotlight video "Effective Trainings with Diagnostic Simulation" we show how diagnostic simulations can be used to create practical training environments that set completely new standards in education and training. https://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/teaching-vehicle-diagnostics-without-real-vehicles-softing-tcs-makes-it-possible.htmlhttps://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/teaching-vehicle-diagnostics-without-real-vehicles-softing-tcs-makes-it-possible.html#commentsTue, 22 Jul 2025 16:41:40 +0200https://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/teaching-vehicle-diagnostics-without-real-vehicles-softing-tcs-makes-it-possible.htmlPractical vehicle diagnostics training – without real cars. Softing TCS simulates ECU and vehicle behavior safely, efficiently and flexibly. https://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/webinar-recording-now-available-wifi-challenges.htmlhttps://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/webinar-recording-now-available-wifi-challenges.html#commentsMon, 21 Jul 2025 09:22:01 +0200https://automotive.softing.com/service/automotive-blog/webinar-recording-now-available-wifi-challenges.htmlThe recording of our webinar “Managing WiFi Challenges in Diagnostic Use Cases” is now available. In this webinar, you will learn about common WiFi connectivity challenges in automotive diagnostics and how strategic analysis, practical solutions and tools such as the VCI Configurator can ensure stable and efficient wireless communication in various use cases.