Gapwaves starts production of waveguide antennas for Valeo’s vehicle radar Gapwaves AB has officially begun series production of its waveguide antennas for Valeo Group (Valeo) at its plant in Gothenburg, Sweden, with the first delivery completed on July 1, 2025. After the initial phase, the production will be transferred to Gapwaves' production partner, Frencken Group, in China for full-scale, automated series production under Gapwaves' managem...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/07

Tata AutoComp, India and Ichikoh, Japan to acquire Valeo’s indian lighting business On August 5, 2025, Tata AutoComp Systems Limited (TACO) announced a partnership with Japan’s Ichikoh Industries Limited (owned at 61.2% by Valeo) to acquire Valeo’s automotive lighting business in India. The collaboration involves forming a 50:50 joint venture company (JVC), which will acquire the Valeo Lighting Systems (VLS) business of Valeo India Private ...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/05

Valeo to supply panoramic Head-Up Display for major Chinese OEM’s new model Valeo Group (Valeo) has been chosen by a major Chinese OEM to supply its cutting-edge panoramic Head-Up Display (HUD) for a new model, with production expected to start in 2026. The pillar-to-pillar HUD transforms the vehicle’s entire windshield into a dynamic, interactive display, projecting key driving data, such as speed, navigation, and safety alerts, directly int...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/18

EUR 90.2 million in grants and loans from the third round of the Electric and Connected Vehicle PERTE (Perte for Electric and Connected Vehicles) in its value chain section to 13 companies. The following are the receivers  RENAULT ESPAÑA (Palencia) (Grant EUR 32.9 million, Loan EUR 3.1 million) VALEO SPAIN (Jaén) (Grant EUR 2.8 million, Loan EUR 1.2 million) FICOSA AUTOMOTIVE (Soria) (Grant EUR 5.9 million, Loan EUR 2 million) RENAULT ESPAÑ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/17

Valeo develops 5-in-1 Deep Integration Power Electronics Module for major Chinese NEV maker Valeo Group (Valeo)’s 5-in-1 Deep Integration Power Electronics Module has been selected by a leading Chinese New Energy Vehicle (NEV) manufacturer for its electrified powertrains. Production is planned to begin in 2026. Valeo's platforming strategy enabled the project to progress from concept to mass production readiness in under a year. The new solutio...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/16

IAA Mobility 2025: Valeo to present next-generation automotive technologies On July 11, Valeo announced that it will present its latest technologies designed to accelerate the development of a new generation of software-defined vehicles (SDVs) at IAA MOBILITY 2025. Valeo’s display will focus on advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), innovative electrified vehicle solutions, smart lighting, and next-generation interior experiences. It will i...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/11

South Korea’s Valeo Kapec to build EV battery system assembly lines in Yeongcheon, South Korea Several South Korean media sources reported that Valeo Kapec, a torque converter parts manufacturer in South Korea, will build an electric vehicle (EV) battery system assembly (BSA) production line in Yeongcheon, South Korea. BSA is a product that combines electrical equipment and battery management systems (BMS) in a battery pack. From 2025 through 2...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/11

Valeo to build new automotive lighting production line in Wuhan Valeo Ichikoh (China) Auto Lighting Co., Ltd. (Valeo Ichikoh), a Valeo subsidiary, signed an agreement with the Wuhan Economic & Technological Development Zone for the construction of a new line for the R&D and manufacturing of products such as high-end lighting for New Energy Vehicles at its second local plant. The plant has an annual automotive light production capacity of 3 millio...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/02

Valeo to expand manufacturing site in Huadu, Guangzhou Valeo signed a new project agreement with the Huadu District People’s Government of Guangzhou Municipality to expand the existing Huadu site into an intelligent cockpit R&D and manufacturing site specializing in the innovation and intelligent manufacturing of cockpit products with technology innovation advantages, such as optical modules, head-up displays, and intelligent displays. Valeo se...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/27

Valeo Smart Safety 360 selected by European premium automaker for Level 2 driving and parking system Valeo Group (Valeo) announced that it will supply its Valeo Smart Safety 360 (VSS360) ADAS solution to a European premium OEM. Production is scheduled to start in 2026. VSS360 is a scalable, cost-effective system that integrates driving and parking functions, allowing OEMs to remove individual ECUs while maintaining minimal impact on the vehicle a...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/26

pport. By 2026, the first complete software release will be available for series projects, with the first start of production (SOP) featuring an integrated open-source software stack targeted by 2030 at the latest. The signing parties are BMW, Continental, Bosch, ETAS, FORVIA, Mercedes-Benz, Qorix, Valeo, Vector, VW Group, and ZF Friedrichshafen. Based on VDA press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/25

Valeo unveils new Automotive Universal Rain and Ambient Sensor Valeo Group (Valeo) has introduced A.U.R.A (Automotive Universal Rain and Ambient Sensor), a new rain and light sensor. This compact, windshield-mounted device is designed to improve vehicle comfort and safety. A.U.R.A automates key functions by responding to environmental changes. It adjusts wiper speed based on rain intensity for optimal visibility, activates low beams in dim light ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/19

Valeo wins major imaging radar system contract for automated driving from premium global automaker Valeo Group (Valeo) secured a major contract to supply a new imaging radar system for a hands-off, eyes-off automated driving system in personally-owned vehicles from a premium global automaker. Production is scheduled to begin in 2028. The advanced radar system supports high autonomy levels (SAE Level 3). It enables unsupervised Highway Pilot at sp...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/29

r connected services with seamless integration and switching between NTN and terrestrial networks to enable voice communication. According to the 5GAA 2030 Roadmap, the initial market deployment of satellite connectivity in vehicles is expected by 2027.  For the first time on the road, 5GAA member Valeo, in collaboration with Marben, demonstrated 5G-V2X Direct, in which two vehicles shared sensor data, triggering a warning of a pedestrian crossi...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/23

indie Semiconductor, US reports business wins from Valeo, BYD, Mercedes On May 12, indie Semiconductor announced first quarter results for the period ended March 31, 2025. It reported that it has secured a design-win for its iND880 vision processor in an in-cabin monitoring application with Valeo for a North American OEM. Additionally, it was awarded an eMirror design-win for the iND880 vision processor by a Korean OEM targeting trucks and buses....

News  Updated at: 2025/05/13

Valeo boosts restructuring and savings program in 2025 amid tariffs-related uncertainties Valeo Group (Valeo) has accelerated its restructuring and savings program to improve profitability and cash generation amid the tariffs-related uncertainty in 2025. Announced on February 27, 2025, the program is expected to generate savings of EUR 150 million in 2025, with EUR 50 million already generated in 2024. This program is also expected to generate an...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/30

sensors which promise seamless integration and a distinct edge over bulkier alternatives in use by robotaxis. The deal, which has not previously been reported, is the first step toward a potential supply deal but does not guarantee one.  Some Mercedes-Benz top-line models already are equipped with Valeo LiDAR and can drive without constant human oversight in limited circumstances. Mercedes-Benz has said it wants to introduce advanced automated d...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/30

Auto Shanghai 2025: Valeo and PanGood, China develop high-efficiency integrated Axial Flux Generator System Valeo and PanGood announced the co-development of a new generation of Axial Flux Generator. Their thinner, smarter, and more efficient axial flux generator was unveiled at Auto Shanghai 2025. The 2-in-1 generator integrates the motor and inverter into a highly compact and scalable solution.  Its architecture is designed for all types of el...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/23

Valeo and Appotronics, China partner for next-generation front lighting system Valeo announced a partnership with Appotronics to offer a new generation of automotive front lighting solutions, integrating Appotronics’ ALL-in-ONE full-color laser headlight system. By combining their expertise, Valeo and Appotronics will offer headlight solutions that provide advanced lighting functions (ADB) to complement traditional lighting functions (LH/HB). V...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/23

ROHM, Japan to present inverter unit utilizing the TRCDRIVE pack at PCIM Expo & Conference, Germany On April 17, Rohm Co., Ltd. (ROHM) announced that it will present an inverter unit utilizing the TRCDRIVE pack that consists of a 2-in-1 SiC Molded Module at the PCIM Expo & Conference. Valeo and ROHM have been collaborating since 2022, initially focusing on technical exchange to enhance the performance and efficiency of motor inverters, a key comp...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/18