Continental Automotive unveils new name Aumovio at Auto Shanghai to pave future mobility innovations
Continental's Automotive group sector unveiled its future identity,
Aumovio
, at
Auto Shanghai
. It is signaling its transition into an independent automotive company focused on shaping the future of mobility with innovative electronic products and advanced solutions for software-defined vehicles. The company is expected to list on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in September 2025, following approval at the Continental Annual Shareholders' Meeting on April 25, 2025.
Aumovio aims to capitalise on the growing market for mobility solutions, particularly in China, where it has a strong presence and is expanding its local capabilities. The company will offer solutions for safe, exciting, connected, and autonomous mobility to a wide range of global customers.
What does it indicate?
Aumovio combines Continental's established market position, automotive heritage, and technological expertise with a forward-looking ambition.
At Auto Shanghai, the Automotive group sector showcased its "in the market for the market" approach. The company also presented several innovative technologies designed specifically for Chinese customers and the Chinese market.
The expected listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in September 2025 marks a significant step for Aumovio. It will follow the anticipated approval at the Continental Annual Shareholders' Meeting on April 25, 2025.
Philipp von Hirschheydt, Member of the Executive Board of Continental and CEO of Automotive, emphasized the benefits of independence.
"As an independent company, we gain significantly more creative power and speed. Aumovio will be characterized by a triad of technologically leading products, a consistent value creation strategy and a global synergetic network, combined with a strong local presence for our customers. This strategy is particularly evident in China. Among other things, we are relying on our strong local presence by producing and developing locally for the Chinese market," said Philipp von Hirschheydt.
The growth of Continental Automotive group
Continental's Automotive group sector has maintained a presence in China for three decades. It currently employs approximately 10,000 people in the country. In the 2024 financial year, Automotive generated around 14 percent of its global sales in China.
Among the products showcased at Auto Shanghai were the Luna and Astra driver assistance systems. These systems were developed in the joint venture Horizon Continental Technology, specifically for the Chinese market.
Luna is an assistance system designed to enhance active safety. It provides basic driving and parking functions to improve overall safety and comfort. Astra is an advanced assistance system that enables assisted driving without relying on a high-resolution map. It also features parking assistance with a memory function.
Aumovio will offer highly developed electronic products and modern mobility solutions. The company possesses a strong market position in innovative sensor solutions, displays, and technologically advanced braking and comfort systems.
Aumovio also has significant expertise in software, architecture platforms, and assistance systems.
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