Why cybersecurity is now crucial for revenue, market access - Automotive News

FOCUS ON TECHNOLOGY Why cybersecurity is now crucial for revenue, market access Share By Lois Jones April 15, 2026 05:42 AM EDT Automakers without robust cybersecurity systems risk losing more than customer data — they face being locked out of major markets and forfeiting billions in software revenue throughout a vehicle’s lifetime. Recommended For You Latest News Toyota cancels Lexus LF-ZC flagship as Japanese automakers retreat from EV plans Mitsubishi rejoining U.S. midsize pickup race with Nissan-sourced challenger to Toyota Tacoma, Chevy Colorado; will revive Pajero SUV China’s EV leaders slash earnings as domestic sales plunge, cutthroat market speeds tech race Honda launches Super-One retro EV hot hatch, eyes UK, Australia, Asia exports in electric lineup build-out See More in Technology Strategic partnerships become essential as automakers face software, EV challenges Digital twins poised for huge growth to meet software-defined vehicle challenges Automated parking clears regulatory hurdle, but automakers show limited momentum China to invest $1.1 billion in Serbia in car parts, AI, robots