Valeo has secured a contract to supply its next-generation corner radar system to an unnamed North American electric vehicle manufacturer, providing radar hardware and embedded software for Level 2+ and Level 3 advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).
The company said the new radar platform delivers 50 times the resolution of its previous generation while supporting future software upgrades through over-the-air updates.
Next-Generation Radar Platform
The agreement covers Valeo’s latest corner radar suite, which is designed to support a range of safety and automated driving functions.
According to the company, the modular platform enables automakers to configure vehicles for entry-level driver assistance through to Level 3 autonomous driving without increasing hardware complexity.
The system also allows new capabilities, including “Eyes Off” driving functions, to be activated through future software updates.
Advanced Safety Features
Valeo said the radar technology is designed to support Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), and Safe Exit Protection (SEP).
The company’s front radar can detect hazards at distances of up to 250 metres (820 feet), while its corner radar sensors provide close-range monitoring for functions including blind-spot detection, lane-change assistance, rear cross-traffic alerts and automated parking.
The platform combines onboard computing, artificial intelligence and deep-learning-based sensor fusion to improve object detection in challenging environments such as tunnels and adverse weather conditions.
Designed for Future Software-Defined Vehicles
Valeo said the radar architecture has been developed to support centralized software-defined vehicle platforms while reducing hardware complexity and power consumption.
The company added that the technology is designed to help automakers achieve five-star New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) safety ratings and comply with General Safety Regulation (GSR) requirements in global markets.
“This landmark win with a major North American automaker validates the unrivaled performance of our next-generation radar in the most demanding environments,” said Marc Vrecko, Chief Executive Officer of Valeo Brain Division.
“With 50 times the resolution of the previous generation, this technology fully meets OEM expectations for integration flexibility and low power consumption, while supporting advanced parking features. This new contract is in line with Valeo’s Elevate 2028 growth objectives in the region and supports Valeo’s mission to democratize state-of-the-art safety technology for greater road safety.”
Valeo said it has more than three decades of experience in automotive radar sensing and continues to expand its portfolio of technologies supporting higher levels of vehicle automation and active safety.