As artificial intelligence becomes an integral part of the automotive ecosystem, its dual nature-both as a powerful security tool and a potential attack vector-demands urgent attention. In this episode of Cars, Hackers, and Cyber Security, we explore how AI is reshaping the threat landscape for connected and autonomous vehicles.

Drawing from insights from our blog How AI Is Reshaping Automotive Cybersecurity, we examine real-world use cases where AI strengthens detection, response, and compliance-and where it introduces new vulnerabilities. From automated threat modeling and deepfake firmware attacks to ethical dilemmas and evolving regulations, we unpack the complexities facing automakers and suppliers worldwide.

Discover how PlaxidityX is enabling manufacturers to leverage AI responsibly, aligning advanced analytics with UN R155 compliance, and reducing risk in increasingly complex supply chains.

Chapters:
00:00 Welcome & Episode Overview
01:10 How AI Is Transforming Cybersecurity in Automotive
04:00 AI as a Security Enabler: Detection, Prediction & Automation
07:15 AI as a Risk: Adversarial Attacks, Data Poisoning & Manipulation
10:00 Regulatory and Compliance Implications (UN R155, ISO 21434)
12:30 PlaxidityX Solutions: Responsible AI for Secure Development
14:30 Final Takeaways & Call to Action

As cybersecurity regulations tighten across the automotive industry, OEMs and suppliers are under growing pressure to not only build secure vehicles but also prove compliance across their entire software and hardware stack.

In this episode of Cars, Hackers, and Cyber Security, we explore the key strategies for mastering compliance with global automotive cybersecurity standards such as UN R155 and ISO/SAE 21434. We explore the tools, processes, and organizational shifts needed to manage complex supplier ecosystems, validate software origins, and mitigate risks before they become liabilities.

Learn how automakers are integrating threat analysis, software bill of materials (SBOM) scanning, and third-party audits into their development lifecycles. Hear how compliance is evolving from a checkbox to a continuous, proactive discipline-and why this shift is critical for future-proofing both innovation and regulation.

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
02:30 The Role of Global Standards (UN R155, ISO/SAE 21434)
06:15 Building a Risk-Aware Development Process
10:40 What SBOMs Really Mean for OEMs
14:20 Managing Third-Party Software and Supply Chain Visibility
18:00 Leveraging Automation and AI in Compliance
22:10 From Reactive to Proactive: Building Compliance Culture
26:00 Final Takeaways

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As today’s vehicles evolve into software-defined data hubs, concerns over national security have extended deep into automotive supply chains. In this episode of Cars, Hackers, and Cyber Security, we unpack the U.S. government’s sweeping new ban on connected vehicle systems originating from China and Russia-and what it means for automakers, suppliers, and consumers worldwide.

Drawing from The Auto Tech War: U.S. Ban on China and Russia Leaves Industry Scrambling by Durga Adusumilli, we explore the motivations behind the policy, the massive compliance challenges it imposes, and how the global auto industry is reacting. From surveillance risks and remote vehicle hijacking to complex software supply chains and legal ambiguity, we break down the intersection of geopolitics, cybersecurity, and automotive innovation.

Discover what makes firmware and open-source software exempt, why declarations of conformity are becoming mandatory, and how companies like PlaxidityX are stepping up with cutting-edge solutions to navigate the complexity.

Chapters:
00:00 Welcome & Episode Overview
01:15 Why the U.S. Government Is Cracking Down
03:40 The Scope of the Ban: VCS & ADS Systems
06:05 Supply Chain Challenges & Compliance Chaos
09:30 Exceptions, Loopholes & Ownership Dilemmas
13:00 Due Diligence, SBOMs & IP Protection
17:45 Timeline Pressures & Industry Reactions
20:00 How Technology Is Enabling Compliance
23:05 Implications Beyond the Automotive Sector
26:30 Final Takeaways & Call to Action

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