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    Electrical steel production in US far from sufficient to support OEMs’ electrification goals
    According to S&P Global Mobility, hybrid and electric light vehicle production in the United States is forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17% between 2023 and 2030 to 9.8 million units. This is also going to drive demand for EV motors (e-motors) in the country, which we forecast will grow at a CAGR of 20% over the same period to 14 million units. Besides its application in other industries, electrical steel is also used in the manufacturing of e-motors and charger...
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    Our battery technology delivers a platform for manufacturing efficient, affordable EVs: OneD Battery Sciences
    S&P Global Mobility: How was OneD Battery Sciences established? Please tell us about the origin of ‘SINANODE’ platform. Vincent Pluvinage: I have lived in the Silicon Valley since 1987, and I have taken a couple of companies public. Since 2001–02, I have been active in Silicon Valley as an investor, mainly focusing on innovative technologies, where I can use my physics and bioengineering background, to bring to market technologies that are well patented. I am an inventor at heart...
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    Continental develops dynamic near-field projections lighting system
    Continental has developed a new lighting system for generating dynamic projections near a vehicle, according to a company press release dated September 28. The projection module is based on micro-LEDs and can be used for safety applications around the vehicle. “With our new near-field projection system[, we] want to increase road safety and prevent traffic accidents involving injuries from happening — in line with our commitment to Vision Zero. In addition to solutions that provide b...
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    Continental starts training center in Gifhorn, Germany
    German supplier Continental announced the opening of its training center for employees in Gifhorn, Germany. It is the 13th training location the company has set up across Germany since launching its Continental Institute for Technology and Transformation (CITT) training institute in 2019, a company press release said September 26. The company said its employees at the Gifhorn location will be trained to meet the needs of Stiebel Eltron as well as those of the regional labor market. Stiebel El...
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    Continental supplies V-shaped display to Hyundai Kona
    German auto component supplier Continental has supplied unique V-shaped displays to the Hyundai Kona. The display offers a two-in-one solution as it combines the two screens of the instrument cluster and center information display under one glass surface. Moreover, the new Hyundai Kona features over-the-air (OTA) software updates for new functions, design and interaction possibilities in the vehicle, which can be managed via the V-shaped display, a press release dated September 25 said. The V...
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    Tier 1 suppliers on electric and electronic architecture migration
    The software-defined vehicle (SDV) architecture is poised to bring about a transformative shift in the automotive industry by facilitating a flexible and adaptable solution for the assimilation of cutting-edge technologies, features and services, such as charging infrastructure, predictive maintenance, autonomous driving, connected vehicle, enhanced safety systems, as well as financial technology and blockchain. This necessitates a comprehensive reimagining of the vehicle E/E architecture, espec...
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    Ismail Dagli to lead Continental’s autonomous mobility business
    Continental has announced that Ismail Dagli will take charge of the company’s Autonomous Mobility business division from October, according to a company press statement on September 20. Dagli will succeed Frank Petznick, the outgoing business head. Dagli has been in charge of Continental’s Smart Mobility business area since the beginning of 2022. The division oversees business involving mobility services, fleet operators and commercial vehicle manufacturers within the automotive group sec...
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    To reduce the use of fossil raw material, Continental uses recovered carbon black in solid tires
    In an initiative toward sourcing more sustainable raw material, tire maker Continental added recovered carbon black (rCB) to its newly produced Super Elastic solid tires at its tire plant in Korbach, Germany, thus reducing the use of fossil raw materials and CO2 emissions. Solid tires such as Continental’s SC20+ already contain around 60% renewable and recycled materials thanks to their high natural rubber content. By 2050 at the latest, Continental aims to use 100% sustainable materials in...
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    IAA Mobility 2023: Continental partners with Google Cloud to equip cars with AI
    In the ongoing Internationale Automobil-Ausstellung (IAA) Mobility 2023, German automotive supplier Continental announced joining hands with Google Cloud to equip cars with generative AI, making Continental one of the first automotive suppliers to integrate Google Cloud capabilities directly into vehicle computers. With this, drivers can interact with their cars in a natural dialogue. The new feature will help drivers with all the vehicle information as the two companies each bring their resp...
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    IAA Mobility 2023: Continental reveals futuristic vehicle interior with its sustainable Space D design
    German auto-component supplier, Continental, is debuting its Space D, a new design concept for the future of vehicle interiors. Shaped by megatrends such as electric mobility and autonomous driving, the company said this is an experience that can already be enjoyed today. With the new futuristic concept, the company tried to bridge the gap between the living room and automotive interior while placing the focus firmly on comfort and wellbeing, a company press release on August 31 said. At...
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    Continental’s Portugal plant bags ISCC PLUS certification for sustainable practices
    In a major achievement toward its sustainable manufacturing goals, Continental said that its tire plant in Lousado, Portugal, received the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS. This globally recognized certification confirms the company’s compliance with special sustainability standards at the plant. The certificate also testifies to transparency regarding the traceability of the raw materials used in the production processes. By certifying the raw material...
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    Continental introduces first private 5G network at its Czech Republic plant
    Taking a bold step toward smart-connectivity technology, Continental has announced the launching of its first private 5G network among its European manufacturing sites at its display solutions plant in Brandýs nad Labem, Czechia. The 5G network from Czechia's T-Mobile, specifically set up to suit the company’s requirements for high-tech production, is expected to further advance the digitalization of production by speeding up communication between employees, equipment and machines, such as...
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    IAA Mobility 2023: Continental to focus on software-based and sustainable mobility
    German automotive supplier Continental Group is presenting its wide range of products at the upcoming Internationale Automobil-Ausstellung (IAA) Mobility 2023 event. With the tagline “Making future mobility happen, today!” it will showcase a unique portfolio of software-based and sustainable mobility solutions. Their key products range comprises of innovative high-performance computers (HPCs) and solutions for rapid, cost-efficient implementation of digital mobility, sustainable vehicle...
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    Continental planning to sell-off of ContiTech car business – report
    According to a Reuters report dated August 22, German auto parts supplier Continental is considering the sale of the Car division currently bundled within ContiTech, quoting Manager Magazin, which cited company sources. The report said the possible sale would be part of a wider reorganization of the company being planned by Supervisory Board Chairman Wolfgang Reitzle and the executive board around CEO Nikolai Setzer, the publication had added, citing the sources. Continental has taken...
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    Continental in partnership with Amazon Web Services to fast-track automotive-software development
    German automotive supplier group Continental announced an expansion of its tool box in partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to accelerate automotive software development. The company said with its future virtual ECU Creator software (vECU Creator), developers at vehicle manufacturers, suppliers and third parties will be able to configure and run virtual cloud-based electronic control units (ECUs) in their specific development environments to help develop code for microcontroller and p...
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    Continental appoints Boris Mergell as head of User Experience business
    Germany-based automotive supplier group Continental announced on August 16 the appointment of Boris Mergell as head of its User Experience (UX) business, which the company said is the "new horsepower" and a game-changer in tomorrow’s mobility.  Starting September 1, Mergell will take over as head of the UX business area at Continental Automotive. He will drive the development of forward-looking display solutions, head-up displays and so-called UX assets in the form of software function...
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    Continental reports Q2 FY 2023 consolidated revenues of €10.4 billion, up 10.4% YOY
    Leading automotive supplier Continental reported strong numbers in the second quarter of fiscal year 2023, with consolidated revenues of €10.4 billion, up 10.4% year over year, with the net income at €209 million, down 17%. Its Tires group sector and high-order intake in Automotive of about €8.6 billion were the top highlights in the quarter, the company said August 9. In the Automotive group sector, sales increased by 19% to €5.1 billion (second quarter of 2022: €4.3 billion). With...
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    Continental signs MOU with Chongqing University for automotive cybersecurity laboratory
    Continental Holding China Co. Ltd. has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Chongqing University of Posts and Telecommunications (CQUPT) for an automotive cybersecurity joint-lab collaboration framework, the company announced in a recent undated press release. The collaboration is based on the principle of complementary advantages and win-win cooperation. The two parties will work together to strengthen the foundation and frontier of their automotive cybersecurity and priv...
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    Continental to phase out business activities at Gifhorn plant by end 2027
    Continental’s executive board of directors has decided to phase out business activities at the company's Gifhorn plant in Germany by the end of 2027, it said in a press release July 7. Initial measures for winding down operations at the plant will begin with immediate effect. This will also result in the layoff of around 450 of the 900 employees at the plant, including temporary workers. “We take the fears and concerns of the employees affected very seriously and will fulfill our responsi...
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    Continental starts a new TechCenter for hydrogen technologies in Hamburg, Germany
    Continental has opened a new TechCenter for hydrogen technologies at its site in Hamburg-Harburg, Germany, the company announced July 5. The ContiTech group sector will use the TechCenter as a collaborative platform for knowledge exchange in this area. Innovations and the transfer of existing technical solutions for new applications in the field of hydrogen technologies are to be promoted, the company said. The initiative was started with an aim to bring together experts from different fields...
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    Continental develops new tire made up of 65% recycled materials
    Continental has unveiled the UltraContact NXT tire, made of up to 65% renewable, recycled and mass-balance certified materials, according to a June 14 press release. The tires, which will be available for the European market in July, will carry the highest possible rating of the EU tire label in rolling resistance, wet braking and exterior noise. There will be 19 sizes. “At Continental, safety, performance and sustainability go hand in hand. With the UltraContact NXT, we deliver o...
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    INTERVIEW: Continental on electric/electronic (E/E) architecture migration
    Original equipment manufacturers are expected to shift to a centralized architecture in an evolutionary manner and in most cases, follow similar steps with only a few variations. According to recent research by S&P Global Mobility, the proportion of vehicles equipped with zonal architecture is anticipated to increase from 2% in 2022 to 38% in 2034, indicating a significant growth in market share over this period. Continuing our series of interviews with tier 1 suppliers about this hot topic,...
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    Continental develops in-vehicle child-presence detection technology
    Continental has expanded its digital access system CoSmA to add a Child-Presence-Detection (CPD) function, it said in a press release June 8. The CPD function is integrated into the CoSmA ultrawide band (UWB) Digital Access Solution. This allows drivers to use their smart phone as a car key. To detect children that are left behind, the UWB system works in a “reflective-mode.” It receives its own transmitted UWB signals back from micromotions of an object. Motion, including movement...
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    Continental and Nisshinbo open a new electronic-brake systems plant in India
    Continental and Nisshinbo Holdings on June 5 announced the opening of a new plant in Gurugram, India, that makes valve blocks for Continental’s electronic-brake systems (EBS) in India. The joint venture was announced in early 2022, where Continental and Nisshinbo hold 40% and 60% stake respectively, the Financial Times reported. Continental said it has produced more than 7.3 million EBS units in India, including electronic-stability control for passenger cars and anti-lock brak...
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    Continental sells tire plant to S8 Capital in Russia
    In a press release announcement dated May 22, Continental has sold its plant in Kaluga, Russia, to Russian company S8 Capital. Continental has divested the majority of its activities in Russia as part of its announced controlled withdrawal from the Russian market. The transaction has been approved by the relevant authorities. Continental produced passenger tires at the plant in Kaluga. Air-conditioning and power steering lines as well as parts for air-suspension systems for the Russian m...
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    Continental partners with Imagry to integrate autonomous driving tech to support automated parking for mass-market cars
    Imagry, a developer of mapless autonomous driving software solutions, on May 22 announced that German auto-part makers, Continental, will be integrating part of its technology in the Continental Autonomous Driving platform offering for passenger vehicles. The first feature introduced by Continental — autonomous parking — allows the vehicle to explore a parking lot, detect a suitable parking space, and park the vehicle without the driver touching the steering wheel. ...
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    Continental posts 11.1% YOY increase in Q1 FY'23 sales to €10.31 billion
    Continental AG (Continental) has posted an 11.1% year-over-year increase in first-quarter sales to €10.31 billion, according to a press filing on May 10. Its net income was €382.2 million compared to €239.5 million last year. “Despite adverse market and external conditions, we ended the first quarter of 2023 with solid results. The good start to the year by our Tires group sector and the earnings performance of ContiTech are encouraging. Furthermore, Automotive’s earnings were up sl...
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