Safe and automated driving
Electrification and energy management
Digital and sustainable cockpit experiences
FORVIA is supporting automotive manufacturers as they reduce fleet emissions, comply with air-quality regulations, and shift from ultra-low to zero emissions. There is no universal one-size-fits-all technology solution: considering the variety of user requirements for vehicles, regional regulations, automakers’ roadmaps, and the uncertainty surrounding raw material supply for batteries, tomorrow’s mobility environment will be characterized by a mix of powertrain technologies.
To meet these diverse needs, FORVIA offers a range of solutions: ultra-low emissions technology for depolluting 22 million internal combustion engine passenger and light commercial vehicles; a growing portfolio of technologies to optimize the performance, range and efficiency of battery electric vehicles; storage and distribution systems; and fuel cell stacks through our joint venture Symbio for zero-emission hydrogen. In strategic terms, this broad product portfolio ensures the relevance of our offer across all powertrains.
Advanced electronics for simpler, better car architectures
Electrical/Electronic Architecture
In a vehicle, each major functionality — or “domain” — has traditionally been managed by a dedicated chip, with its own power supply and data transmission network. Today, this domain-based architecture is increasingly evolving into a “zonal” architecture, where controllers manage all functions located within a specific physical area of the vehicle. This shift simplifies the overall system design and, more importantly, significantly reduces wiring — a key advantage in modern, service-oriented vehicles that are growing ever more complex.
A comprehensive portfolio of electrification technologies
Understand Power Management systems
Electric vehicles depend on a steady and stable source of electricity to move – but also to run the many systems that enable infotainment, driver assistance, and more. By optimizing battery charging and controlling both the power received and delivered, power management systems provide cars with the energy they rely on.
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Powertrain & Electrification 2.0
Powertrain & Electrification 2.0
We are supporting automakers on their electrification journey with a full range of technologies for battery electric vehicles, fuel cell electric vehicles, energy and thermal management and electrical/electronic architecture (E/E architecture) bringing improved powertrain efficiency and performance, safe and sustainable operational solutions for energy management and simplified compact E/E architecture.
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Battery Management System
Battery Management System
Battery electronics deliver secure and efficient management of Lithium-Ion batteries in hybrid and electric vehicles. The modular battery management system offers peak performance, monitoring voltage, temperature, and current, with a scalable design adaptable to a variety of battery architectures.
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DC/DC Converter
DC/DC Converter
This high voltage DC/DC converter ensures efficient power conversion for electric, plug-in hybrid, and fuel cell vehicles. It provides a flexible, scalable design for optimal thermal management and high efficiency. The innovative single-stage design reduces complexity and costs, enhancing vehicle performance.
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Coolant Control Hub
Coolant Control Hub
The Coolant Control Hub (CCH) from FORVIA HELLA is an innovative subsystem that is revolutionizing thermal management. CCH, which will be launched on the market as soon as this year, connects the cooling circuits for the battery, electric motor and vehicle interior. At CES 2024, the next level of CCH, with a maximum integration level now also including air conditioning, was launched. With the extension to the refrigerant cycle, CCH max can replace the refrigerant R-1234yf with natural refrigerants such as CO2 or propane in a safe and economical way.
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High Voltage Powerbox
High Voltage Powerbox
Presented at CES 2024, the latest FORVIA HELLA HV PowerBox offers a high-voltage DC/DC2 converter with an onboard charger in a single device. The solution provides a safe and stable onboard power supply tailored to a vehicle’s platform with reduced costs, installation space and weight. In addition, the PowerBox is specifically designed for cost-optimized production in large quantities. As a component in the electrical/ electronic (E/E) architecture, the HV PowerBox shows how FORVIA can adapt existing products in its portfolio as new opportunities arise, enabling communication between hardware components in an electronic powertrain environment.
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Intelligent Power Distribution Module
Intelligent Power Distribution Module
After introducing the first eFuse to the market in 2023, FORVIA HELLA is now one of the first to replace the traditional fuse functionality in the Intelligent Power Distribution Module. This solution manages any operational concerns regarding the power distribution within demanding vehicle powertrains, an especially important aspect as vehicles move toward autonomous driving. Our integrated eFuse recognizes and reacts to critical energy-usage-related safety situations, requesting energy management changes to prevent issues from occurring.
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Electronic fuse solution iConF
Electronic fuse solution iConF
Based on 30+ years of expertise in electronic controls, FORVIA HELLA launches iConF, the eFuse solution that advances from cable protection to proactive energy distribution, crucial for vehicles with automated driving functions. Unlike traditional fuses, iConF, which can be integrated into HELLA ECUs or OEM devices, uses semiconductor elements to actively monitor and control power distribution in 12V and 48V systems, ensuring fail-operational functionality, critical for maintaining system availability. AI-based predictive maintenance, using AI and digital twins, prevents failures, improving system stability. By reducing wiring harness length and diameter by up to 30%, it enhances space, weight, and efficiency.
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ForWave7e – performant sensor for cost-sensitive customers
ForWave7e – performant sensor for cost-sensitive customers
FORVIA HELLA, a trusted radar supplier with 20+ years of experience, offers a 360° radar portfolio for cost-optimized, high-resolution solutions. ForWave7e is designed for cost-sensitive customers, delivering premium performance, meeting China NCAP standards, and enabling AD Level 2+ and above. It excels in complex traffic and supports parking without ultrasonic sensors, offering design flexibility and cost optimization. Providing comprehensive coverage, it detects pedestrians, scooters, and e-scooters, enhances safety with timely warnings, and supports accurate detection and emergency braking. Radar-assisted parking uses existing sensors for cost-effective, safe parking.
Enabling cleaner mobility across all technologies
Hydrogen storage systems
At FORVIA, we believe hydrogen is a key pillar of decarbonized mobility. That’s why we provide not only advanced storage solutions for hydrogen-powered vehicles, but also containerized systems for safe and efficient hydrogen transport and distribution.
Our hydrogen storage tanks are cutting-edge technologies in their own right: they withstand extremely high pressures, ensure maximum safety, and offer lightweight, customizable configurations for all types of powertrains — from fuel cell electric vehicles to hydrogen combustion engines.
Whether on board, in transit, or stationary at refueling stations, our solutions are engineered to bring hydrogen mobility to life — clean, efficient, and scalable.
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Conformable Hydrogen Tank
Conformable Hydrogen Tank
The FORVIA conformable tank is a disruptive Type IV tank innovation under development that will offer up to 50% more storage capacity and greater autonomy compared to conventional cylindrical tanks. This plug & play storage module will allow a perfect fit in Battery Pack packaging volume thanks to the adaptive outer shape.
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Smart Tank System
Smart Tank System
The FORVIA Smart tank system is a new generation of connected systems to support aftersales & a circular economy. Thanks to on-board sensors and a recording system for data collection, unique algorithms will increase inspection autonomy and facilitate active monitoring, optimizing downtime and maximizing the lifespan of components.
Fuel Cell Stack Systems
Fuel Cell Stack Systems
Symbio’s broad portfolio of hydrogen-powered fuel cell systems meet all performance, durability and range requirements for sustainable and competitive on-road and off-road mobility. Symbio, an equal-share joint venture between Forvia, Michelin and Stellantis, combines industrial and technological leadership with innovation excellence to design and manufacture pre-integrated and pre-validated systems, based on Proton Exchange Membrane technology. In 2023 Symbio opened the largest integrated Gigafactory for fuel cells in Europe.
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Scalable Bench
Scalable Bench
Optimized for electric vehicles, FORVIA’s Scalable Bench is the first flexible rear seating platform, adjustable in height and width for different vehicle sizes. It enables OEMs to reduce design and assembly costs by up to 40% while unlocking 80L of extra storage. Made from recyclable materials, it features a hybrid backrest, Auraloop™ cushioning, and eco-friendly covers like Bloomera and Ecorium, offering a 35% reduction in CO₂ emissions compared to a conventional rear seating bench.
