OTA

Updated: June 3, 2025

Definition

Over-the-Air (OTA) updates are wireless software updates delivered directly to vehicles, allowing manufacturers to update vehicle software remotely without requiring a dealership visit.

Category: General and Regulatory

Foundational terms, regulatory standards, and overarching concepts in automotive software

Over-the-Air updates enable automotive manufacturers to deploy software fixes, feature enhancements, and security patches directly to vehicles through wireless connectivity, revolutionizing how vehicle software is maintained and improved.

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