Podcast EP225: The Impact Semiconductor Technology is Having on the Automotive Industry with Chet Babla
Dan is joined by Chet Babla, indie Semiconductor’s Senior Vice President of Strategic Marketing, responsible for expanding the company’s tier 1 and automotive OEM customer base, as well as supporting product roadmap development. Chet has worked in the technology industry for over 25 years in a variety of technical and commercial roles, starting his career as an analog chip designer. He most recently served as Vice President of Arm’s Automotive Line of Business where he led a team focused on delivering the processing technology required for automotive applications including powertrain, digital cockpit, ADAS and autonomous driving. Prior to Arm, Chet has held multiple senior roles in the semiconductor industry and has also advised the UK government on its ICT trade and investment strategy.
Dan explores the impact semiconductors are having on the automotive industry with Chet. Three megatrends are discussed – driver safety and automation, in-cabin user experience, and electrification. Chet describes the significant advances that are being made in all these areas and details some of the innovation Indie Semiconductor is bringing to the market.
Dan also discusses the potential timeline for deployment of fully autonomous vehicles with Chet and the hurdles that must be addressed.
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