Continental Holding China Co., Ltd.

Company Profile

■URL

https://www.continental.com/en-us

■Address

No.538, Dalian Road, Yangpu District, Shanghai 200082, China

Business Overview

-The Company is a subsidiary of Germany-based Continental AG. Continental AG is number 9 in MarkLines’ 2023 Supplier Rankings. The company officially started operations in China in 1994. Currently, the company has 23 production sites and 28 R&D centers in China and approximately 17,600 employees.

-On January 1, 2022, the Company restructured its former two sector business organization (Autonomous Mobility and Safety (AMS) and Vehicle Networking and Information (VNI)) into four business sectors: Automotive, Tires, ContiTech and Contract Manufacturing. The four sectors comprise a total of 17 business areas. In addition, the Contract Manufacturing division has taken over the operations of the former Powertrain Technologies division.

-In 2023, the Continental Group generated 21% of its sales in the USA (22% in 2022), 19% in Germany (18% in 2022) and 11% in China (12% in 2022). Other than these countries, there were no countries in which more than 10% of sales were achieved.

-Continental has established the following carbon neutrality goals:

  • Starting in 2022, Continental will fully promote carbon neutrality in zero-emission automobiles, buses, trains and other vehicles worldwide. By 2040, all of the Company’s production processes will achieve carbon-neutrality, and by 2050 at the latest, all operations companywide will be fully carbon-neutral.

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Products

Architecture and Networking
Body & Security
-Body control modules
-Door systems
-Power closure systems
-Anti-pinch motor control
-Window lifter systems
-Power liftgate systems
-Sun roof control units
-Power door control systems
-Access control systems
-Exterior LED light control units
-Tire information systems
-Cockpit High Performance Computers
-Body High Performance Computers
-Cross-Domain High Performance Computers
-CoSmA digital access solution
-Zone Control Units
-Wireless power charging systems
-DC/DC converters
-Antenna modules
-Gateways
-Door handle sensors
-Trunk access sensors
-Near field communication (NFC) external readers
-Heated and climate controlled seats
-Manual and memory seat adjustment systems
-Pneumatic seat systems
-Energy management systems
-Multifunctional smart device terminals
-Integrated antenna modules
-Intelligent Glass Control through variable transparency films
-Interior cameras

Connectivity
-Telematics control units
-Device connectivity
-5G connectivity solutions
-Network access devices
-Hybrid V2X platforms
-Cellular V2X communication systems
-Seamless mobile integration
-Smartphone integration systems
-Predictive connectivity systems
-Smart device integration systems
-Embedded telematics systems
-Connectivity box for two-wheelers
-eHorizon connectivity and navigation systems
-AutoLinQ connected services platform
-Intelligent Antenna Modules
-Telematics antennas
-Broadcast antennas
-Over-the-air updates
-Continental.cloud platform
-VoicR
-Intrusion detection systems

Autonomous Mobility
ADAS and Automated Functionalities
-Assisted & Automated Driving control units
-Safety domain control units
-Adaptive cruise control
-Blind spot detection
-Rear cross traffic alert
-Emergency brake assist
-Intelligent headlamp control (IHC) automated nighttime headlamp control system
-Lane departure warning
-Traffic sign recognition
-Surround view systems
-Traffic jam assist
-Parking companion
-Cruising chauffeur highway driving assistance system
-Remote parking system
-Remote garage parking system
-Active rollover protection
-Intersection movement assist systems
-Speed limit assist systems
-Trailer stability assist systems
-Trailer reverse assist systems
-Lane keeping assist
-Off-road cruise control
-Driving Planner
-Right-turn assist system

Sensors
-Hi-Res 3D Flash Lidar
-Short range radars
-Long range radars
-Mono cameras
-Stereo cameras
-Multi-function cameras with lidar
-Surround view cameras
-Rear view cameras
-Mirror view cameras
-Short range lidars
-Ultrasonic parking sensors
-Digital mirrors

Safety and Motion
Integrated Safety Systems
-Pedestrian protection system which raises hood during impact
-Automatic emergency call systems
-Embankment safety control systems
-Active emergency belt control systems
-Post-crash braking systems
-Safety & Motion high performance computers
-Battery impact detection systems

Passive Safety and Sensorics
-Crash Impact Sound Sensors (CISS)
-Crash sensors
-Chassis position and acceleration sensors
-Intelligent Battery Sensors (IBS)
-High-Voltage Current Sensor (CSM)
-Pedal Angle Sensor (PAS)
-Accelerator Force Feedback Pedal (AFFP)
-V2X communication systems with M2XPro sensors
-Safety Platform for Efficient and Economical Design (SPEED) control units
-Steering angle sensors
-Torque sensors
-Active wheel speed sensors
-Engine/transmission speed and position sensors
-e-Motor rotor position sensors
-e-Motor rotor speed sensors
-Digital temperature sensors
-Inertial sensors
-Ultrasonic height and pressure sensors
-Road noise cancellation systems
-Acceleration satellite sensors
-Standard pressure satellite sensors
-Software-based sensor enhancement solutions
-ECUs
-Brake pad wear indicator
-Airbag control units
-Electronic tire information systems
-Intelligent battery sensors
-High-voltage current sensor modules

Washer Systems
-Hoses and connectors
-Nozzles
-Pumps
-Reservoir systems
-Camera cleaning systems
-Headlight cleaning systems

Brake Systems
-Disc brakes
-Drum brakes
-Simplex brakes
-Duo servo drum brakes
-Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) systems
-Brake actuation systems
-Mechanical and electronic brake assist systems
-Brake hoses
-Electronic brake systems
-Foundation brakes
-Brake calipers
-Caliper-integrated brake systems
-Electric parking brake ECUs
-Green Caliper lightweight units
-Drum Brake e-Si brake-by-wire systems
-Drum Brake e-DS Duo Servo systems
-Brake-by-wire systems with electronic brake pedal
-Semi-dry brake-by-wire systems
-Full-brake-by-wire systems with electronic brake pedal

Vehicle Dynamics
-Electronic air suspension systems
-Integrated air supply and control unit for 4Corner Air Suspension systems
-Chassis Domain Control Unit
-Regenerative brake systems
-Brake curve intervention systems
-Dynamic Torque Vectoring systems
-Driver steering recommendation systems
-Electric vacuum pump control units
-Scalable chassis control units
-Holistic Motion Control Software

Smart Mobility
eHorizon connectivity platform
-eHorizon Maps on Demand
-eHorizon road surface condition

Key as a Service
-Remote Cloud Key systems
-Access & Connected Car Module systems

Continental Verified Inspection

SINDRI vehicle data service

User Experience
Visual Display Systems
-Driver identification displays
-Natural 3D displays
-OLED displays
-In2visible Displays which hides control surfaces behind trim
-Switchable privacy displays
-Digital instrument clusters
-Secondary displays
-Windshield HUDs
-Scenic view HUDs
-Curved centerstack systems
-3D touch surface displays

Control Elements
-Climate control units
-Cockpit modules
-Haptic controls
-Morphing controls
-Roof modules
-Integrated centerstacks
-Body control modules
-Door control units
-Gateways
-Light control units
-Haptic interaction surfaces

Infotainment
-Multimedia systems and platforms
-Flat panel radios
-Radio platforms
-Cross Domain Hub
-Faceplates
-Connected head units
-Ac2ated sound system

UX Assets software modules

Tires Division
-Passenger and light truck tires

  • Run-flat tires
  • Self-sealing tires
  • Tire noise-reducing technology
  • Winter tires
  • Summer tires
  • All-season tires

-Commercial vehicle tires
-Tire information systems
-Tread depth monitoring systems
-Tire pressure monitoring systems

ContiTech Division
Air Spring Systems
-Air spring systems for buses, trucks and rail vehicles
-Air actuators for pneumatics and vibration isolation
-Compensators

Benecke-Kaliko Group
-Foil and coated fabrics for automotive interior trim
-Molded slush skins
-Expanded vinyl

Compounding Technology
-Rubber compounds
-Sealing systems
-Molded parts

Elastomer Coatings
-Gas holder diaphragms
-Collapsible tanks
-Concertina walls
-Fuel cells
-Elastomer sheetings

Mobile Fluid Systems
-Hoses

  • Air conditioning
  • Air conducting
  • Brake and clutch
  • Charge air
  • Exhaust systems
  • Fuel
  • Heating and cooling
  • Powertrain
  • Screw connector
  • Quick connector
  • Steering and chassis
  • Hydraulic lines

Power Transmission Group
-Multiple V-ribbed belts
-Timing belts
-Flat belts
-Belt drive systems
-Drive belts

Vibration Control
-Hydromounts
-Mounting systems
-Adaptive mounts
-Spring strut mounts
-Seat suspension
-Dynamic vibration absorber
-Torsional vibration absorber
-Bushings
-Active engine mounts

Surface materials for various applications
-Instrument panels
-Door panels
-Side panels
-Center consoles
-Pillars
-Storage areas
-Sun visors
-Seat covers
-Seat backs
-Floor coverings
-Heel mats
-Rear trays
-Cargo compartment covers

History

1994 Entered into Chinese market, established Shanghai Automotive Brake Systems Co., Ltd.
1995 Established Continental Automotive Systems (Tianjin) Co., Ltd.
Established Continental Automotive Wuhu Co., Ltd.
Established Continental Automotive Changchun Co., Ltd.
Established ContiTech AG representative office in China.
1997 Established Continental Automotive Corporation (Lianyungang) Co., Ltd.
1999 Established ContiTech Power Transmission (Ninghai) Ltd.
2000 Established ContiTech Fluid Shanghai Co., Ltd.
2001 Established Continental Automotive Systems (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
Established ContiTech Printing Blanket (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
2002 Established ContiTech Grand Ocean Changchun Co., Ltd.
2005 Established Benecke Changshun Auto Trim (Zhangjiagang) Co., Ltd.
2006 Established Continental Automotive Asia Pacific Management (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
Acquired Shanghai Roulunds Rubber Products Co., Ltd.
2007 Acquired Siemens VDO Automotive Navigation Manufacturing Division.
Established Continental Automotive Systems (Changshu) Co., Ltd.
Established Jiading R&D center of Continental Automotive Group.
2009 Established Asia headquarter and R&D center of Continental AG in Shanghai.
Established ContiTech China Rubber & Plastics Technology Ltd.
2011 Acquired Tianjin Xin Binhai Conveyor Belt, later changed its name into ContiTech (Tianjin) Conveyor Belt Ltd.
Established Nanjing software R&D center.
Expand Continental Automotive Wuhu Co., Ltd.
Established Continental Automotive Jinan Co., Ltd.
Continental Asia headquarter and R&D center changed name into "Continental Automotive Holding Co., Ltd."
2012 Established Continental Heihe winter test center.
Established phase II plant of Continental Automotive Systems (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
Established Continental Automotive Changchun Co., Ltd. Jingyue Branch.
2013
 
 
Established ContiTech Changshu R&D center.
Expand plant of Continental Automotive Systems (Changshu) Co., Ltd.
Expand Continental Automotive Changchun Co., Ltd.
Established Lubo Automotive Electronics (Qufu) Co., Ltd.
Established Nisshinbo-Continental Precision Machining (Yangzhou) Co., Ltd. with Nisshinbo Holdings Inc.
Oct. 2014 Continental Automotive Interior Wuhu Co., Ltd. opened its second plant.
Nov. 2014 Continental AG announced its subsidiary in China, Continental Automotive Interior (Wuhu) Co., Ltd. opended its second plant in Wuhu.
ContiTech Grand Ocean (Changchun) Co., Ltd., the subsidiary of the Company in China, opened new plant in Hangzhou.
Dec. 2014 ContiTech, a division of the Company, acquired the business of Taizhou Fuju Rubber Belt Manufacture Co., Ltd. in January this year and established ContiTech Power Transmission (Sanmen) Ltd.
Jan. 2015 The Company announced that ContiTech Division's Benecke-Kaliko Group has held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new plant in Changzhou, China.
Mar. 2015 Continental AG opened a new Research and Development Center for tires on the site of its tire plant in Hefei, Anhui Province, China.
Mar. 2019 Continental Chongqing R&D center started operation.
Mar. 2019 The Company changed its name from Continental Automotive Holding (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. to Continental Automotive Holding Co., Ltd.
Jun. 2020

Held groundbreaking ceremony at Continental's Changshu Plant manufacturing electronically controlled air suspensions

Dec. 2020

Announced that a hydrogen-energy and fuel-cell technology center is to be built at the Changshu plant.

Jan. 2022

Established a joint venture, Continental Smart Core Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd, with Horizon Robotics.

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