Maruti Suzuki CEO Urges Auto Industry to Prioritize Cybersecurity
· Automobile · Business Standard
Maruti Suzuki CEO Hisashi Takeuchi has called for the automotive industry to stay ahead of hackers as vehicles become increasingly connected. Modern cars now rely heavily on software, which creates new vulnerabilities that manufacturers must address to ensure passenger safety. Takeuchi emphasized that cybersecurity must be treated as a critical component of vehicle design rather than an afterthought. The company is focusing on integrating robust security protocols to protect connected car features from potential digital threats. This shift follows the industry-wide transition toward software-defined vehicles that require constant data connectivity.
Why it matters
As vehicles become more connected, the risk of cyberattacks increases, directly impacting the safety and privacy of millions of car owners in India.
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