From C to Rust - Evolving Programming Languages in Automotive Development

Introduction In recent years, the automotive software landscape has changed dramatically. What used to be small, specialized electronic control units (ECUs) with narrowly defined functions has evolved into highly networked systems with powerful System-on-Chips (SoCs) and a growing fusion between traditional embedded and high-performance software development. This evolution brings new challenges, especially when it comes to choosing the right programming language. The language doesn’t just impact