You recognize that software engineering is different from mechanical/electrical engineering and stop shooting yourself in the foot. This will only happen when a

You recognize that software engineering is different from mechanical/electrical engineering and stop shooting yourself in the foot. This will only happen when a competent software guy is part of the top executive suite and has sufficient freedom to do what is necessary. I think the chances are slim, considering the general ineptitude regarding software development in German companies. They will get better until finally arriving at mediocre, but they will never be as great as American companies. I hope one day they manage to implement a functioning CarPlay in their VW Polos, it has been broken since years.