As one of the largest, global manufacturers of electronic systems, we develop the majority of the hardware and software for our technologies in our own laboratories. We are in a position to achieve many vehicle safety and comfort functions as pure software enhancements of existing technologies, such as ESC* (Electronic Stability Control). This is possible because of the flexible architecture of our control systems and our comprehensive expertise in the interlinking and networking of systems.

Examples from our software program:

• Hill Start Assist HSA
• Deflation Detection System DDS
• Automatic Vehicle Hold
• Low Dynamic ESC
• Ready Alert Brakes
• Rain Brake Support
• Smooth Stop Assist
• Understeer Control Logic
• Yaw Torque Compensation
• Booster Performance Support
• Active Rollover Protection

We are currently developing software upgrade packages that will enable us to perform future updates to vehicle safety software without replacing the hardware - a revolutionary solution from a technical, economic and environmental perspective.

*ESC (Electronic Stability Control) = ESP (Electronic Stability Program)