The platform aims to enable low-latency communication across vehicle networks while reducing integration complexity for software-defined vehicles.
NXP Semiconductors on Thursday said it has partnered with Quanta to develop a deterministic zonal networking platform aimed at accelerating the rollout of software-defined vehicle (SDV) architectures.
According to the official press release, the solution is based on NXP’s S32 automotive processing platform and MotionWise middleware and is designed to support real-time communication, automated configuration and predictable latency across vehicle networks.
As automakers shift from traditional ECU-based systems to zonal electronic architectures, managing real-time coordination across distributed computing and vehicle networks has emerged as a major challenge, affecting performance, integration complexity and development timelines.
The platform is designed to provide predictable low-latency communication across ECUs and in-vehicle networks while reducing integration risks and supporting automated configuration and deployment for software-defined vehicle programmes. It also supports latency-sensitive applications such as audio-over-Ethernet, high-performance computing integration, real-time control systems and smart energy networking.
“Software-defined vehicles require a fundamentally different approach to vehicle architecture—one that delivers deterministic timing across both compute and network at scale,” said Sebastien Clamagirand, SVP and GM, PL Automotive Systems and Platforms (AS&P), NXP Semiconductors.
According to the companies, the system integrates zonal controllers, TSN-enabled networking, CAN and LIN connectivity, and scalable power management into a unified hardware and software architecture intended for deployment across multiple vehicle programs.
“Quanta’s Adaptive Zonal System is designed to deliver deterministic performance and system-level scalability for next-generation vehicle platforms,” said Terrisa Chung, Vice-President and General Manager of the Automotive Business Group at Quanta.
The solution is currently available to OEMs and ecosystem partners, with demonstrations underway on Quanta development platforms and additional showcases planned through 2026.
Published On May 14, 2026 at 05:18 PM IST
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