U.S. Auto Warranty Costs Rise Amid Software-Related Repairs

Warranty expense trends in the United States are showing upward pressure in 2026 as software-related repairs account for a growing share of service claims. Automakers are managing increased complexity within modern vehicle architectures that rely heavily on integrated digital systems. Advanced driver-assistance systems, infotainment platforms, connectivity modules, and over-the-air update frameworks have expanded rapidly across […]
Automakers Push OTA Updates to Address Recent Vehicle Software Issues

Automakers Push OTA Updates to Address Recent Vehicle Software Issues There was a time when fixing a car meant lifting the hood or crawling underneath with a wrench. Now it increasingly means waiting for your sedan to download a patch while it sits in the driveway overnight. Over-the-air software updates have become the industry’s go-to […]