Continental achieves another milestone: CLEPA Award for pioneering software innovation
Summary
At a ceremony held in Brussels, Belgium, CLEPA, the European Association of Automotive Suppliers, presented the award in the “Digital” category to the Smart Cockpit High-Performance Computer (HPC) Virtualization, a cloud-based solution that is revolutionizing the development of vehicles. This award highlights Continental’s dedication to enhancing future mobility, making it safer, more efficient, and more sustainable through pioneering technologies. “Being recognized by our direct peers in the industry is particularly rewarding as it shows that our technologies are acknowledged for their innovative strength.” The award-winning virtualization solution makes it possible to start software development using virtual electronic control units (vECUs) before the physical hardware is even available. This solution is instrumental in enabling the continuous development and integration of new features for improved safety and a better driving experience over the entire lifecycle of a vehicle. One outstanding example is the digital twin of the Smart Cockpit High-Performance Computer (HPC), which enables the separation of software development and hardware availability.