The microcontroller industry is growing rapidly as electronics manufacturing booms, and some subsectors are experiencing more dramatic changes than others. Microcontrollers for automotive applications are rising in demand and undergoing a considerable shift in what they must offer.
The automotive microcontroller unit (MCU) sector has seen steady growth for some time as cars have become more technologically complex. Now, the rise of assisted driving features and the eventual emergence of fully autonomous vehicles is reshaping the industry. MCU designers and manufacturers must adapt to these changes to remain competitive.