Glossary / General

over-the-air software updates

9 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Over-the-air software updates mean that car companies can send updates to your car's software from the internet, just like your phone gets updates. This helps improve the car without needing to go to a repair shop.

Technical Definition

Over-the-air software updates allow car manufacturers to send software updates directly to vehicles without requiring a visit to a dealership. This technology can enhance vehicle performance, fix bugs, and add new features remotely.

Hear It Discussed

"...they were doing over air software updates for you so you didn't have to go into the office..."
1193 HP, 300 Million and 3RS Touring P-Car Talk Podcast 17:56

"When you pull into the driveway, the garage, if it's on your home Wi‑Fi, any over-the-air software updates that are available will be available there."
117 - You just bought an EV? Everything you need to know! Two Blokes Talking Electric Cars - The EV Podcast 03:07

"That's going to be significantly more powerful will allow for faster operating greater ability for over-the-air software updates very much a simpler platform than than what's in the vehicles today..."
Oct. 23, 2025 | Japan braces for chip crisis; vehicle affordability problems escalate Automotive News Daily Drive 05:57