Sarah is a former systems architect for a Tier 1 supplier, specializing in ADAS and infotainment operating systems. With 12 years of experience in software engineering, she covers the impact of AI and connectivity on driving. She currently consults on cybersecurity for connected vehicles.
Sarah Chen bridges the critical gap between Silicon Valley innovation and traditional automotive manufacturing. With a background in Computer Science and over a decade of experience designing software architectures for major automotive suppliers, she understands the code that controls modern vehicles. Her expertise covers Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), LiDAR integration, and the complex ecosystem of Over-The-Air (OTA) updates that define the 'Software Defined Vehicle'. Sarah provides in-depth analysis on how features like autonomous driving, smart city integration, and V2X (Vehicle-to-Everything) communication actually workâand where they fail. She addresses the growing concerns around data privacy, cybersecurity risks, and the reliance on cloud computing for vehicle functions. Her writing is essential for drivers who want to understand why their car behaves like a computer and how to navigate the subscription-based future of automotive features.