1、KPMG.Make the Difference.KPMG International|KPMG Global tech report 2026:AutomotivePart one:The technological landscape understanding todays industry realitiesNext stepsKey findingsHow KPMG can helpNew era of opportunityTechnological landscapeActionable insightsForewordForewordThis KPMG study draws
2、on insights from leaders across the global automotive ecosystem,cutting through speculation to provide an evidence-based view of where the industry truly stands.The findings are based on responses from senior executives across five key sub-segments:OEMs,commercial vehicle manufacturers(truck manufac
3、turers),tier-1 suppliers,new technology component providers and mobility solution providers.In our recent 25th Global Automotive Executive Survey,technology was identified as one of the five core transformation priorities shaping the future of the industry.Building on this foundation,the present stu
4、dy provides a deeper perspective on the“Manage Technology”dimension exploring how companies are translating strategic intent into execution.Organizations are now moving beyond fragmented experimentation and working to embed AI and automation at scale across operations,engineering and customer lifecy
5、cles.However,progress remains uneven.Technical debt,talent shortages and legacy processes continue to slow transformation,reflecting challenges seen across the broader technology landscape.Despite these constraints,optimism remains strong.Automotive executives believe they can unlock higher levels o
6、f technological and operational maturity within the next few years,even though few have reached that threshold today.Realizing this ambition will require adaptive strategies,disciplined execution and a commitment to developing the workforce alongside technology.As we look ahead,one question frames t