Continental Showcases Future Mobility Innovations at Auto Shanghai 2025

Shanghai, China – April 22, 2025 – Continental is taking center stage at Auto Shanghai 2025 with a bold vision for the future of mobility. Under the theme "Advancing Mobility from Road to Cloud," the company is unveiling a wide array of cutting-edge technologies designed to enhance vehicle intelligence, autonomy, safety, and sustainability.

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Highlights of Continental’s Showcase:

• Luna and Astra Intelligent Driving Systems: Developed through a joint venture with Horizon Continental Technology, these two systems offer scalable autonomous driving solutions. Luna provides essential driver assistance features like Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), Lane Departure Warning, and Integrated Cruise Assist. Astra, designed for more complex environments, enables L2++ urban Navigate on Autopilot, supporting a smoother and safer driving experience in dense city traffic.
• Central Light Computer and In2Visible Overhead Console: Continental is redefining vehicle lighting and interior aesthetics with these innovations. The Central Light Computer integrates multiple lighting functions into a unified control system, while the In2Visible Overhead Console merges minimalist design with high-tech functionality to elevate the in-cabin ambiance.
• Laser Beam Scanning (LBS) Technology: The company is introducing a near-field projection system using LBS, which allows high-resolution, dynamic images to be projected directly onto the road. This breakthrough enhances communication between the vehicle and its environment, improving driver and pedestrian safety through visual cues and warnings.
• Software-Defined Vehicle Ecosystem: Continental is leading the shift toward vehicles that are as adaptable and upgradable as smartphones. By tightly integrating hardware, software, and cloud capabilities, Continental is creating a platform that supports real-time updates, enhanced personalization, and faster development cycles.

Strategic Business Moves:

At Auto Shanghai 2025, Philipp von Hirschheydt, Executive Board Member for the Automotive Group Sector, will reveal the name of the future independent Automotive company. This spinoff, expected to be finalized by the end of 2025, is part of a strategic move to provide the business unit with greater autonomy and focus in a rapidly evolving industry landscape.

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A Deep Commitment to China:

Enno Tang, President and CEO of Continental China, reaffirmed the company's long-term dedication to the Chinese market. He emphasized the importance of local innovation, noting that Continental is continually investing in research and development to ensure its technologies meet the specific needs of Chinese consumers and contribute to the country's evolving mobility landscape.

Auto Shanghai 2025 runs from April 23 to May 2 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) in Shanghai. Continental will host a press conference on April 23, where it will offer a closer look at these transformative technologies and its vision for future mobility.