Eberspächer, established in 1865 and headquartered in Esslingen am Neckar, Germany, is a leading automotive supplier specializing in exhaust technology, thermal management systems, and automotive electronics. The company's product portfolio includes exhaust gas purification systems, vehicle heaters, air-conditioning systems, and control units for various vehicle types, contributing to emission reduction, energy efficiency, and enhanced vehicle comfort. Eberspächer operates 80 locations worldwide with approximately 11,200 employees, serving major passenger car and commercial vehicle manufacturers. The company's commitment to innovation, sustainability, and global partnerships underscores its role in shaping the future of mobility solutions.
In 2021 Eberspaecher will be rolling out the third-generation Airtronic. The new generation of air heaters is entirely newly developed and available across all performance classes (2 to 8 kW) for commercial and special vehicles. The product family will include four model variants in 12 versions and therefore, offer the right heating solutions for every demand. User-friendly operating elements ensure simple and flexible control of heaters.
On September 14 and 15, 2021, Eberspaecher VAIREX will present its new product range for fuel cells at F-Cell in Stuttgart. These fuel cell cathode air compressors are a key component for the performance of fuel cells.
The company has agreed to acquire 100 % of the shares of the U.S. company ViCTORi LLC, better known as VAIREX air systems, effective 2 July 2021. In the future, Eberspaecher will offer air supply components for fuel cell systems.
The German government has brought in a law on autonomous driving that creates conditions for the regular operation of autonomous vehicles in various mobility sectors*. In doing so, Germany is assuming a pioneering role and contributing to the future regulation of autonomous driving. After all, preparations for the use of autonomous vehicles up to level 4 are also being made in other countries within and outside the EU. The safety of autonomous vehicles is of the highest priority. Eberspaecher’s electronics solutions contribute significantly to this and ensure a stable vehicle electric system as well as a reliable power supply for the relevant systems.
In the wake of the new EURO 7 emission standard, the automotive industry expects a significant reduction in exhaust gas limit values for HC, CO, NOx, and more.