Infineon and HL Klemove Collaborate on SDV Electronics

As vehicle platforms transition toward software-defined architectures, OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers are redesigning electronic and network layouts to support higher compute loads, faster in-vehicle data exchange, and scalable ADAS functions. In this context, Infineon Technologies and HL Klemove signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to expand strategic cooperation on automotive electronics aimed at the Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) era and next-generation autonomous driving.

The partnership links Infineon’s semiconductor portfolio and system-level automotive expertise with HL Klemove’s development capabilities in advanced autonomous driving systems, with a stated focus on accelerating proof-of-concept work and shortening time-to-market within the automotive data ecosystem.

Zonal controllers for next-generation E/E architectures
A primary workstream under the MoU focuses on next-generation Zonal Control Units, which are increasingly used to replace distributed ECU layouts with consolidated zone-based architectures. The partners plan to develop zone controller applications using Infineon microcontrollers and power semiconductors. HL Klemove will lead application development, while Infineon will provide semiconductor technology support.

Through prototype development, the companies aim to strengthen competitiveness in SDV electronic architectures, where zonal control is positioned as a key mechanism for reducing wiring complexity while increasing centralized compute and control.

Ethernet-based camera and ADAS control units
The companies also plan to collaborate on Vehicle Ethernet-based ADAS and camera solutions, including development of front camera modules and an ADAS parking control unit using Infineon’s Ethernet technology.

HL Klemove will manage system and product development, while Infineon will supply Ethernet semiconductor and networking technology. The technical goal is to support high-speed, highly reliable in-vehicle networking, which is increasingly required as camera-based perception systems expand bandwidth demands and need deterministic data delivery for safety-relevant functions.

High-resolution and satellite radar development
A third area targets next-generation radar technologies. HL Klemove will use Infineon radar semiconductor solutions to develop high-resolution and short-range satellite radar, with commercialization preparation planned through proof-of-concept development. In parallel, the two companies intend to work on high-resolution imaging radar, aiming at more precise object recognition.

This direction aligns with broader industry efforts to increase radar resolution and classification performance for ADAS and automated driving, particularly for short-range sensing use cases where object discrimination is critical.

Positioning for faster proof-of-concept cycles
Both companies described the collaboration as a structured approach to resource optimization and accelerated proof-of-concept execution. The stated outcome is a pathway toward market-ready automotive technologies that combine Infineon’s semiconductor expertise with HL Klemove’s system architecture and integration capabilities.

The MoU frames the partnership around scalable SDV electronic architectures and autonomous driving functions, with zonal control, automotive Ethernet, and next-generation radar positioned as the initial technical priorities.

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