Modern automotive electronic control units (ECUs), particularly in advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and automated driving systems, require precise and reliable clocking to support high-speed interfaces and comply with functional safety standards, such as ASIL D. The performance of these clocks directly affects data integrity, synchronization, and overall system reliability. This reference design highlights timing solutions that are suitable for harsh automotive environments, addressing challenges such as temperature extremes, shock, vibration, and electromagnetic interference (EMI). For instance, MEMS-based oscillators, like those provided by SiTime, offer high accuracy, low jitter, and strong resilience to environmental conditions. These features are essential for supporting functional safety and managing the increasing complexity of ECU architectures. Designed with flexibility in mind, this platform accommodates a variety of components and interfaces, facilitating integration with imagers, serializers (such as MIPI A-PHY, FPD-Link, and GMSL), and system-on-chip (SoC).