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QNX Embedded Technology Now Powering More Than 275 Million Vehicles on the Road
Milestone reinforces QNX's role as the backbone of the SDV revolution, delivering trusted, safety...
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[{"type":"text","content":"QNX Embedded Technology Now Powering More Than 275 Million Vehicles on the RoadMilestone reinforces QNX's role as the backbone of the SDV revolution, delivering trusted, safety-certified high performance foundational software to the automotive industry WATERLOO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / December 16, 2025 / QNX, a division of BlackBerry Limited (NYSE:BB)(TSX:BB) today announced that Counterpoint Research, a leading technology analysis and market research firm, has confirmed that QNX® software is now embedded in more than 275 million vehicles worldwide; an increase of 100 million since 2020.As automakers continue to navigate a period of profound transformation, the shift to software-defined vehicles (SDVs) is accelerating - placing software at the center of innovation, safety, and the in-vehicle experience. This evolution is redefining how vehicles are designed, built, and maintained, making robust, scalable software platforms like QNX mission-critical for OEMs worldwide.QNX's Leading Role in the SDV EraQNX offers a broad range of solutions to accelerate development and help OEMs meet Start of Production (SOP) dates including our deterministic microkernel real-time operating system (RTOS) and hypervisor, board support packages, professional services, AUTOSAR adaptive support, and middleware for everything from acoustic management and digital cockpits to advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). QNX is trusted as the foundation for a software-driven future by most leading OEMs and Tier 1s worldwide, including BMW, Bosch, Continental, Dongfeng Motor, Geely, Honda, Hyundai, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, Volkswagen, Volvo, and more.\"Automakers rely on QNX because we deliver what matters most: safety, security, and proven reliability,\" said John Wall, President, QNX. \"With more than 275 million vehicles already running on QNX technology, we're just getting started. As software becomes the backbone of modern mobility, QNX will continue to expand its footprint - powering the next generation of connected and autonomous vehicles.\"\"The automotive industry continues to evolve rapidly, with software playing an increasingly pivotal role in vehicle functionality, safety, and user experience,\" said Greg Basich, Associate Director, Automotive, Counterpoint Research. \"As embedded platforms become more critical to enabling things like advanced ...