I get that, and I wouldn't want a higher level (interpreted) language like Python anywhere near safety-critical systems that require a real time OS and software. Given this project targets infotainment only, well let's just say I've seen terrible systems from the major automotive manufacturers (Ford, Chrysler, etc) in that space, not to mention the hilariously bad aftermarket infotainment products flooding the market right now, and I'd like to see an open source project come out swinging and not be encumbered by last decade's language choice.

But again, I'm not a developer and I'm just getting my feet wet so my opinion is likely wrong.