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

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 […]