AWS, HERE Technologies launch SDV Accelerator to speed automotive virtualization.

AWS and HERE Technologies have launched SDV Accelerator, a cloud-based solution that aims to accelerate automotive manufacturers' path to software-defined vehicles. The open architecture integrates AWS cloud and AI capabilities with HERE's mapping and location technology, as well as solutions offered by several partners. The initiative provides a comprehensive SDV architecture and sample code, along with curated AWS services and partner solutions to help automakers develop SDVs more quickly.

AWS and HERE Technologies have introduced SDV Accelerator, a cloud-based solution aimed at accelerating automotive manufacturers' journey towards software-defined vehicles (SDVs). The initiative leverages an open architecture that integrates AWS cloud and AI capabilities with HERE's mapping and location technology, along with solutions from several partners [1].

SDV Accelerator provides a comprehensive SDV architecture and sample code, as well as a curated selection of AWS services and partner solutions. These resources are designed to help automakers develop SDVs more efficiently. The initiative is part of a broader strategic collaboration between AWS and HERE, which began in 2022 [2].

The automotive industry faces significant challenges, including fragmented development environments, traditional supply chain models, and a lack of standardized practices. SDV Accelerator addresses these issues by offering guidance on integrating partner solutions into existing development environments. This approach empowers teams working on advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), in-vehicle infotainment, and other vehicle components to leverage partner tools while maintaining control over their development processes and architectural choices.

By simplifying access to the curated collection of AWS services and partner solutions, SDV Accelerator helps reduce development time across the automotive supply chain. This focus on innovation and differentiation allows manufacturers, suppliers, and independent software vendors (ISVs) to concentrate on delivering smarter driving experiences and optimizing supply chains [1].

References:
[1] https://semiengineering.com/agile-development-of-software-defined-vehicles-using-cloud-based-virtual-prototypes/
[2] https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/09/09/3146727/0/en/HERE-and-AWS-Reimagine-the-Future-of-Automotive-Software-Development-with-SDV-Accelerator.html