Shortlisted Innovations for the International Grands Prix for Automotive Innovation

In the context of a transition toward more sustainable mobility, PHINIA offers an innovative solution to significantly reduce emissions in the automotive sector: the hydrogen-powered internal combustion engine (H₂ ICE). This technology retains the benefits of traditional combustion engines while eliminating CO₂ emissions. Unlike battery electric vehicles, hydrogen vehicles recharge in 10 minutes, are lighter, and offer better energy efficiency.
PHINIA has developed a new generation of injectors (DI-CHG10 and DI-CHG15) capable of powering engines up to 90 kW per cylinder. These injectors ensure clean, efficient, and safe combustion. Tests on a gasoline engine converted to hydrogen have shown remarkable results: zero CO₂ emissions, very low NOx emissions, and an almost complete absence of carbon particles.
The system is based on a common rail and direct or indirect injectors operating at pressures from 2 to 300 bars. It relies on an intelligent engine control system combining existing software with hydrogen-specific modules to ensure optimal injection and combustion management.
Adaptable to many sectors (light and heavy vehicles, LCVs, HGVs, construction equipment, agriculture, marine, light aviation, energy production), this solution integrates easily into existing engines.
This technology, developed at PHINIA sites in Blois (France), Gillingham (UK), and Luxembourg, has already proven itself in road tests with the city of Blois’ trucks. It also powers Alpine’s Alpenglow HY6 concept car and is part of ongoing concrete projects with other globally renowned automakers.
PHINIA acts as a complete solutions provider, offering individual components or turnkey systems. Hydrogen thus becomes a credible, efficient, and sustainable alternative to fossil fuels.

In 2025, Michelin is forging a new path in the all‑season sport tire segment with the MICHELIN CrossClimate 3 Sport — a groundbreaking tire that combines driving precision, safety, and sportiness all year round. This tire is the first sport summer tire to receive winter certification, specifically designed for high‑performance vehicles, whether combustion‑engine or electric. It’s aimed at drivers seeking a dynamic, uncompromising experience in all weather conditions. Proof of its performance and industrial relevance: the MICHELIN CrossClimate 3 Sport is already factory-approved as original equipment on the Alpine A390, an all-electric coupé-SUV.

Valeo’s Triple Wet Clutch is a compact, cost-effective solution designed for hybrid transmissions in a wide range of vehicles, from small vehicles to high-performance plug-in hybrids.

This innovativation is a “3-in-1” system, meaning a dual wet clutch combined with a disconnector clutch in order to connect and disconnect the electrical motor from the transmission when needed.

By seamlessly coordinating the electric motor and combustion engine, the clutch enables smooth engine starts and stops, quick gear changes, and improved drivability. This results in reduced fuel consumption, lower CO2 emissions due to minimized drag losses, and enhanced all-electric driving capabilities.

Featuring Valeo’s new best-in-class wet friction material, the Triple Wet Clutch delivers improved performance, reduced noise, and a perfectly balanced, robust, and thermally stable system ideal for the growing electrified vehicle market. It is suitable for electrical motor located in parallel of the transmission axe, connected via a ring gear to the Valeo Triple Wet Clutch.

 

The e-Fuse is revolutionizing automotive electrical circuit protection, extending far beyond the capabilities of a simple fuse. Unlike its predecessor, this intelligent device comes equipped with an electronic chip and is connected to sensors, functioning as a programmable switch. It remains closed to allow current to flow, but instantly opens if a reference value isn’t met, thereby cutting off the power supply.

Its intelligence doesn’t stop there. The e-Fuse can degrade the current to the protected equipment rather than cutting it off entirely, particularly if stopping the function isn’t critical for preserving the overall electrical or electromechanical system. What’s more, it transmits crucial information about its operating status to the vehicle’s central control unit memories, significantly easing diagnostics.

In a clutch, the pressure plate is an essential component of the system. It ensures full engagement by applying precise pressure to the friction material, which makes it possible to harmonize the output speed with the input speed, partially or completely.

Valeo has innovated with a unique design for this pressure plate.

This new approach consists of optimizing the material structure by strategically removing material where it is not mechanically necessary, while creating integrated ventilation channels. Result: a significant weight reduction without compromising mechanical performance, which remains equivalent to that of a conventional clutch system. This advancement is particularly beneficial for heavy-duty vehicles, where the reduction in weight has a direct impact on efficiency.

Furthermore, the new Valeo ProLongium clutch is part of an environmental approach. The reduction in the amount of metal required for its manufacture helps to reduce CO2 emissions.

Finally, Valeo positions itself as a pioneer in the heavy-duty clutch market by being the first Tier 1 equipment manufacturer to introduce this patented innovation, which is protected by two patents.

With ATE SecuBrake, ATE becomes the first manufacturer to launch a forward-looking brake fluid that meets all DOT 4 legal requirements, without boric acid esters, and is produced using renewable raw materials in a certified process.

Sustainability:
Manufactured under the ISCC Plus certification, ATE SecuBrake is composed of 83% renewable raw materials, significantly reducing its carbon footprint compared to conventional brake fluids. The entire process – from fluid to packaging – is fully carried out in Germany, which helps to reduce transport distances and contributes to overall sustainability.

Safe and hazard-free:
ATE SecuBrake contains no substances classified as hazardous, including those known to impair fertility. As a result, it is not subject to hazardous product labeling under the GHS/CLP regulation (e.g. no H361fd warning). This means simpler handling in the workshop and no need for special hazardous materials storage, reducing logistical and administrative constraints. It also complies with future regulatory restrictions on boric acid esters.

Certified quality:
Regular quality control checks ensure full compliance with DOT 4 requirements, as well as with major international standards such as FMVSS 116 DOT 4, ISO 4925 Class 4, and SAE J1703.

Meeting rising market demand:
With growing consumer awareness of environmental impact, ATE SecuBrake gives workshops a competitive edge by offering a sustainable, innovative solution that meets the expectations of a future-oriented market.

The new Quartz EV3R range embodies an innovative eco-design approach, aligned with our 3R concept: Reduce, Reuse, Regenerate. At the heart of this initiative, the formulation of our EV3R lubricants prioritizes the integration of regenerated base oils, enabling a reduced environmental impact while ensuring performance equal to that of a conventional product.
Regenerated base oil is used oil that has regained its original properties through a high-tech purification process. This allows it to be given a second life in the production of new lubricants, thereby contributing to waste reuse and limiting the use of fossil-based raw materials—actively enhancing the circularity of lubricants.
As the result of a cutting-edge formulation incorporating 100% regenerated base oil, our first product, Quartz EV3R 10W-40, achieves a 50% reduction in carbon footprint compared to its counterpart formulated with virgin base oil, while delivering identical performance to a conventional engine oil.
The performance of Quartz EV3R 10W-40 has been officially approved by major automakers such as Stellantis, Renault, and Volkswagen, making it the very first lubricant with regenerated base oils to receive such certifications. This demonstrates that performance and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.
This first step marks the beginning of a strong commitment, with more pioneering products in this innovative range coming soon.

Unique on the market, the eco!Booster is an accessory used with washing cabinets found in high-pressure bays.
Ideal for automotive or transport professionals, it offers a surface performance 50% superior to that of a flat jet. In addition to saving time, it leads to economies in water, detergent, and energy consumption.
Sensitive materials like vehicle bodywork are cleaned gently. Thanks to its wide and uniform jet, dirt is effectively removed without risk to the surface. The cleaning results speak for themselves.

Bosch DOT 4 E brake fluid is free of hazardous substances and biodegradable thanks to the elimination of borates for simplified hazardous substance management in workshops. Exceeding the international DOT 4 standard, it is designed for ABS/ESP® systems and operates more reliably at low temperatures due to its low viscosity. It also has a higher wet and dry boiling point and a lower viscosity than DOT 4. Special additives protect it against corrosion in the ABS/ESP® system.
One for all: mixes seamlessly with all common glycol brake fluids including DOT 4, DOT 4 HP, DOT 5.1
Due to its low conductivity, it is suitable for electric vehicles.
Packaged in a 100% recycled plastic bottle.
Suitable for use by end consumers and for sale on online platforms.

With the SprayStation, GETRAC revolutionizes the way car dealerships manage maintenance and renovation products. This intelligent system enables sprayers to be refilled directly at a connected station, automatically diluting ultra-concentrated products to the optimum dosage. The system’s design guarantees maximum safety for the user: the pouch is fitted with a quick connector with non-return valve, preventing any contact with chemicals.
First and foremost, it responds to a major ecological challenge, drastically reducing water transport, plastic waste and CO² emissions.
It supports the digital transformation of dealerships by integrating a fine traceability of consumption via a connected interface.
In all, the station can dispense up to 5 different products via a single distribution point, guaranteeing a high level of versatility for all types of vehicle preparation.
In terms of environmental responsibility, the SprayStation is a concrete and measurable tool, becoming a genuine CSR asset and a high value-added differentiator.

ESI[tronic], the first multi-brand diagnostic software capable of performing all service and diagnostic tasks on TESLA vehicles in the local language.
Bosch’s ESI[tronic] diagnostic software now includes the new SOVD (Service Oriented Vehicle Diagnostics) standard, enabling Tesla vehicles to be diagnosed with the KTS 560 and 590. ESI[tronic] supports Model S, Model X, Model 3, and Model Y. With this new SOVD concept, the scope of diagnostic functions is provided by the car’s high-performance computer (HPC). The HPC sends a complete list of executable tasks. It is not necessary to know in which control unit the function, actuator, or actual value is available.
As Tesla did not install a uniform diagnostic interface in its vehicles before 2024, a Tesla adapter from Bosch may be required on models prior to this date.
2023 and earlier: Model X, S, Y, and 3: The vehicle must be connected to the KTS 560 or 590 with the adapter from the Bosch Tesla Cable Kit.
2024 and later: Model X, S, Y, and 3: Simply connect the vehicle directly to the KTS 560 or 590 via the OBD socket
The various functions:
Diagnostics:
– Vehicle overview: fault codes and vehicle troubleshooting information
– Service tasks: learning, self-test, calibration, etc.
– Guided process for maintenance tasks
– Actual vehicle values
Repair assistance:
– Original Tesla documents can be viewed, saved and printed
– Information on maintenance and repair of the identified vehicle
– Two-way link to diagnostic content allowing a task to be performed directly from the manual on the car without leaving the document.

The MAHA Autonomous Inspection Assistant (MAIA) is revolutionising vehicle maintenance through a combination of autonomous technology and high-precision diagnostics. Equipped with an autonomous mobile platform, MAIA locates vehicles independently and conducts precision inspections – from measurements and light tests right through to ADAS calibration and running gear geometry.
MAIA boosts efficiency in workshops and test centres, reduces manual workloads and enables standardised, repeatable inspections, facilitating a significant improvement in testing accuracy – a notable contribution to road safety. At the same time, its seamless integration into digital management systems enables optimised process management and substantial time and cost savings.
MAIA’s modular architecture can be adapted flexibly to an extensive range of different inspection requirements. The advanced sensor head combines 3D and 2D cameras, radar antennas, slit cameras and laser and thermal imaging sensors for detailed vehicle analysis. This is coupled with a precision 6-axle robot arm and low-noise direct drive system, which facilitates precision movement sequences.
MAIA is setting new standards in the aftermarket with its ability to adapt to future vehicle technologies. It also actively fosters sustainability and the conservation of resources by optimising inspection processes and reducing the amount of physical materials used.

EDIAG CHARGER is a multifunctional solution developed by TEXA to support workshops in the transition to electric mobility (BEV and PHEV). Easily transportable, it combines charging and advanced diagnostics for electrified vehicles.
EDIAG CHARGER enables traction battery charging in AC (Type 2) and DC (CCS2 Combo), even simultaneously, thanks to a three-phase power supply (380–400 V). Three power levels are available: 22 kW, 30 kW, and 60 kW, with intelligent self-regulation to prevent power outages.
In addition to charging, EDIAG CHARGER performs comprehensive diagnostics via the OBD port, including the State of Health (SoH) evaluation of high-voltage batteries. It can also, via an optional or integrated module, measure, maintain, and recharge 12V–24V starter batteries.
The device is also equipped with MID-certified meters (AC & DC), which are useful for energy resale and legal billing of charging sessions. Its intuitive interface, inspired by TEXA’s IDC6 software, enhances user experience and operability.
EDIAG CHARGER offers 4 key functions:
•Diagnosis of electric drivetrain components
•High-voltage traction battery charging
•Starter battery maintenance
•Special functions (self-test, and upcoming: insulation and continuity tests) aligned with future periodic technical inspection standards
A true energy transition tool, EDIAG CHARGER enhances safety, maintenance, and energy management of electrified vehicles. (No certification required)

Ten years after the release of its first multi-brand calibration tool, Hella Gutmann is offering a new ADAS calibration experience with the CSC-Tool X20. This tool is easy to use, fully digital, requires no updates, and is ready to calibrate ADAS for Level 3 and higher autonomous vehicles. This new digital tool is designed for calibrating advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) for multi-brand vehicles. It improves calibration processes by offering semi-automated steps and increased flexibility through its modular interface. The CSC-Tool X20 is controlled by an app that connects to the cloud via Wi-Fi, providing access to the latest vehicle data. It also links to Hella Gutmann’s diagnostic devices. Key features of the CSC-Tool X20 include a robust yet elegant frame with a foldable crossbar, two 3D cameras, an independent panel PC, and a 75 or 86-inch industrial display.

Innovation EASYDIAG-DPF® – European Patent 2025 No. 4023866

In a context where vehicle inspections will soon include particle counting, it’s surprising that, after years of DPF use, no reliable diagnostic method had emerged—until now. EASYDIAG-DPF® has just earned a European patent for addressing this major gap.

Many repairers wrongly rely on a “universal” differential pressure value to assess DPF condition with a scan tool. Yet, each DPF has its own specs: material (cordierite or silicon carbide), shape, wall thickness, cell count, presence of an integrated catalyst, etc. Over 10 parameters affect pressure drop. Without accounting for them, diagnostic errors can exceed 500%.

In workshops, DPF diagnostics lack true references.
Most professionals cannot answer :
What material is used ?
What geometry and structure ?
Standalone or with catalyst ?

EASYDIAG-DPF® eliminates this guesswork by integrating the necessary technical data and enforcing a standardized measurement protocol. It corrects for structural deviations and ensures reliable results by guiding the user through a precise procedure: consistent engine speed, proper temperature, and correlation with engine displacement.

Tailored for new inspection challenges, EASYDIAG-DPF® offers workshops a smart, accessible solution. It uses advanced analysis of engine data to evaluate real DPF health—without expensive equipment.
Just one multi-brand scan tool is enough to unlock its full potential.

With EASYDIAG-DPF®, DPF diagnostics are no longer guesswork but data-driven decisions—clear, profitable, and aligned with Ecomaintenance® standards.

AISIN overhaul kits for automatic transmission represent a significant advancement in vehicle maintenance and repair. Designed to meet the highest standards of quality and performance, these kits use original equipment (OE) parts to ensure reliability and peace of mind for automotive professionals. Our kits cover all AISIN transmissions, ensuring perfect compatibility and optimal performance.

Sustainability is firmly anchored in the corporate philosophy of global filtration expert MANN+HUMMEL – as well as in the DNA of its premium brand MANN-FILTER. As a leading brand in the automotive aftermarket, MANN-FILTER increasingly focuses on the use of resource-conserving, renewable, and innovative materials. With our latest product innovation, we’re advancing emission-neutral mobility: next-gen wood-based impregnation.
Cellulose filters have traditionally used fossil-based resin for stability, rigidity and chemical resistance. Now, we’re partially replacing this crude-oil based impregnation with lignin, a plant-based wood-derived material that provides the same structural benefits. Lignin is produced in large quantities as a by-product in pulp and paper production – around 50 million tons annually worldwide. The material used for our lignin coated filter products comes from trustworthy and certified sources.
This next-generation environmentally improved filter enhances the sustainability of existing vehicles, especially those with combustion engines, while maintaining the exceptional reliability and performance that dealers, workshops, and drivers trust – without compromise.
The first wave includes 29 products, 27 air filters and 2 oil filters and more products will follow. In the independent aftermarket, these innovative and more sustainable air filters are now available as MANN-FILTER applications for almost 70 million cars and transporters in Europe, while oil filters are ready to use for almost 17.6 million vehicles.
Go better. Go yellow. Go MANN-FILTER.

Valeo, a key player in transmissions, innovates in the circular economy for spare parts and for different types of transmissions.

The DQ250 dual clutch remanufactured by Valeo is the latest innovation in 2025 to complete the existing offer.

To give a second life to the dual clutch, Valeo has applied a rigorous industrial process: After disassembling and cleaning the old material, each component is analyzed and verified with Valeo specifications. Components that do not pass the tests are repaired or replaced with new ones. The dual clutch is then reassembled and systematically tested at the end of the line to ensure performance in line with a new part.

Compared to a new dual clutch, choosing a remanufactured product offers both an economical and reliable option for spare parts while preserving the natural resources needed to assemble a new part and avoiding the creation of waste that would need to be processed.

Relay attack is a form of keyless car theft. Criminals bypass keyless entry security by extending the signal of the car key from the home. Automobile associations, insurance companies and many other car experts warn of security problems in cars with Keyless Entry systems. Thousands of cars are stolen yearly by relay attack and this type of keyless entry theft is increasing daily.

Wat is relay attack?

1.Thief 1 stands close to the vehicle and uses an RFID device to extend signals from the vehicle to thief 2.
2.Thief 2 stands close to the house, often at the front door or window and uses a second RFID device.
3.The second device sends the extended signal up to 10-15 metres into the house.
4.When the key inside the house receives the extended signal, it responds to the car as if the key were close to the vehicle. This allows the car to be opened and started.

Sleeping Battery: the best RFID protection for car keys
Sleeping Battery solves the above problems with a very simple and highly effective solution. This smart battery has a built-in motion sensor, which puts the car key to sleep after 3 minutes if there is no movement. No modifications to the vehicle or car key are required. Replace the battery and the vehicle is protected against this form of car theft. The owner of the vehicle thus retains all the conveniences of the keyless entry system.

Patented technology
•Certified – KIWA/SCM approved
•Built-in motion sensor
•Puts the car key into sleep mode after 3 minutes
•Disables car key communication
•No adjustments to car key or car are needed
•For all keyless models with a 2032 or 2450 battery in the key

The first street-legal NIGHT BREAKER LED SPEED H7 with an identical design on a 1:1 scale to traditional halogen H7 lamps.
The SPEED H7 combines innovative mechanical and electronic compatibility by fulfilling all legal photometrical requirements. As the SPEED is 100% mechanically compatible in all vehicles because of the 1:1 design, it is ideal for quick and easy installation when replacing your halogen bulbs, while benefiting from a quality upgrade in visibility and safety with OSRAM street-legal LED lamps. No additional caps or adapters are required for installation.
Innovative electronics are combined with an active cooling system to maintain a stable light output and performance on the road for better visibility and safety.

VT67RFID – Revolutionizing Tire Inspections with RFID-Technology
The VT67RFID is ATEQ’s latest handheld workshop solution designed to transform how tire data is retrieved, managed, and integrated into vehicle systems. By reading RFID tags embedded in tires, the VT67RFID accesses detailed tire information such as manufacturing data, wear status, and recall alerts—directly from the source.

This tool simplifies tire inspections by:
– Retrieving detailed tire information via GDSO (DOT, Production Date, Manufacturer, Model, Dimensions and many more).
– Tracking tire wear and associating it with each unique tire.
– Programming tire data onto new TPMS sensors.
– Connecting vehicle performance data to specific tires.
– Verifying tire recalls and retrieving tire history.

The VT67RFID bridges the gap between passive tire data and active vehicle diagnostics, creating a seamless flow of information between tires, vehicles, and service ecosystems—ushering in the future of smart, connected tire maintenance.

In 2025, Michelin unveiled the new MICHELIN CrossClimate 3 tire, reinforcing its pioneering role in the rapidly growing all-season tire market. Since the launch of the first MICHELIN CrossClimate in 2015, the range has revolutionized the industry by combining summer tire performance with winter certification (3PMSF). In 2024, nearly 50 million all-season tires were sold in Europe, compared to 8 million in 2014.
Designed for both internal combustion and electric passenger vehicles, this tire fully embodies Michelin’s philosophy: offering high-performance products without compromising on safety, longevity, and energy efficiency.

MICHELIN innovates to accelerate knowledge on tire and road wear particles (TRWP). Michelin aims to limit the emissions of wear particles from its tires and understand their biodegradation.

Since 2005, Michelin has been actively committed to reducing tire abrasion. Between 2015 and 2020, wear emissions were reduced by 5%. In 2023, the group launched the BioDLab laboratory in collaboration with CNRS and the University of Clermont Auvergne to study the biodegradation of TRWP and develop bio-assimilable solutions.
This initiative is part of Michelin’s effort to address environmental and regulatory challenges, including compliance with the Euro 7 standard, which will impose emission thresholds for tires.

This innovative bench can be installed at the entrance to a dealership or a car centre, without any major work. When a vehicle passes over it, the system instantly analyses the wear and characteristics of the tyres. Using high-precision side cameras and sensors integrated into the ground (measuring punches), it identifies :
The rate of tyre wear
Exact dimensions and references
The make and model fitted

Designed for outdoor use, this bench is robust, self-contained and easy to install without any special foundations. It is a highly effective tool for automating checks at the entrance to a site, identifying sales opportunities and improving the customer experience.
Key benefits:
Quick to install, no civil engineering required
Can be used outdoors, all year round
Low running costs
Rapid return on investment for dealerships and car centres

At Equip’Auto 2025 MICHELIN, as the innovation and market leader on RFID technology in tires, will present, with partners, embedded RFID as the interoperable market standard for individual tire digital identification.
RFID connects tires to a larger ecosystem and allows to build value added data-driven services and solutions for all stakeholders.

RFID is the only reliable tire identification technology that enables full lifecycle traceability, improves operational efficiency, traceability, and customer experience. RFID plays a central role in driving the circular economy and sustainability in the tire industry. We will explain why and how RFID would be key for Digital Product Passport for tires and the European project Cirpass2 pilot (led by Michelin).

RFID interoperable standard in tires relies on 3 key pillars / components:

Standard embedded RFID UHF tag in tires

Standard SGTIN96 coding for a UII

Standard GDSO Dataspace to get access to the information

Join us and discover how RFID in tires already enables end-to-end use cases: from tire design and building, through logistics and proof of delivery, various workshop and maintenance Use Cases, up to end-of-life management.

RFID is a Program hosted within Connected Solutions (CXS), the branch of the Michelin Group dedicated to developing and delivering connected mobility solutions and providing customers with a service experience tailored to their specific needs.

The Bosch vehicle health certificate is a software-based assessment of the condition of a used vehicle, based on electronic data stored in the vehicle. The Bosch certificate estimates the residual value of a used vehicle by providing up to five relevant pieces of information, depending on the vehicle model and the data available in its control units.
1: Accident history (information about accidents stored in the vehicle system, location of impact and force of impact)
2: High-voltage battery health (evaluation of battery performance) for electric vehicles
3: Mileage discrepancy (indication of potential mileage tampering)
4: List of fault codes (documentation of fault codes stored in the vehicle system
5: Maintenance interval exceeded (information on whether the last service interval has been exceeded)
The hardware and software requirements are: Bosch ESI[tronic] diagnostic software, a KTS 560 or 590 diagnostic tool, and a Bosch BAT 6120 charge maintenance device. This equipment is already available in Bosch customer workshops.
This new service is simple, fast, and easy to use and does not require a prior appointment.
1: Prepare the vehicle in a location with a stable internet connection and maintain the charge
2: Connect the vehicle to the Bosch KTS 560 or 590 diagnostic module via the OBD interface
3: Identify the vehicle using Bosch ESI[tronic] diagnostic software
4: Start the process in ESI[tronic] via the “Vehicle certificate” tile
5: Remote reading and preparation of data stored in the vehicle’s control units
6: Creation of the certificate after checking the possible scope of information based on the data read
7: Delivery of the certificate by email and download after approximately 15 minutes

AI to help car servicing professionals find the right technical information more easily and more quickly !

The right information at the right time is crucial for many professions. And when a mechanic has a car on deck, there’s no need to explain that he wants the information NOW.

At Infopro Digital Automotive, we understand perfectly well the daily lives of garages and the automotive aftersales market. For over 80 years, ETAI, part of our group, has been providing information to the entire automotive industry via the emblematic Revue Technique Automobile. The legendary Haynes also joined our group a few years back. What car enthusiast doesn’t have their favourite model magazine on their bedside table? Since 2002, this encyclopaedias have been digitised, making it universally accessible.

Do you know of a single software publisher today who doesn’t talk about AI? Of course, we asked ourselves how we could integrate the power of AI into our solutions, and the role we gave AI is exactly that: to help technicians find the most reliable and accurate information possible, as quickly as possible.

Our Atelio Data and Atelio Fid software for professionals, as well as our Revue Technique Automobile website for individual mechanics, are now equipped with an AI-enhanced search engine. Internationally, our Haynes consumer website benefits from the same features.

The Future-Proof Workshop Communication Hub
ZF [pro]Manager is a workshop communication hub that helps workshops organize better, become more digital, and save time and hassle for everyone. Workshop owners gain more control over their business, mechanics can focus on repairs, and customers enjoy a smooth and transparent service.

ZF [pro]Manager gives workshop customers the convenience they expect with a built-in easy-to-install website booking widget. When customers book a repair, it instantly syncs with the ZF [pro]Manager application, keeping workshop schedules up-to-date and eliminating double bookings. Plus, it easily connects to other platforms and fleet management systems.

All-in-One Digital Toolkit for Workshop Success
ZF [pro]Manager offers features to tackle everyday workshop challenges:

Communication
– Automatic repair updates for customers
– Messaging across all channels, including an integration with WhatsApp, SMS, and email
– Digital customer portal
Digital booking
– Integration with ‘Reserve with Google’ service
– Online booking
– External workshop calendar integration

Repair management
– Built-in workshop calendar
– Managing repair flow
– Workflow management
-Customer approvals on quotes
=> ZF [pro]Manager brings efficiency where it counts and loyalty where it pays.

3D Virtual Tour by CarCutter

To mark the occasion of Equip Auto’s fiftieth anniversary, CarCutter presents a preview of its new feature: the 3D Virtual Tour.
93% of used car sales start online. Buyers no longer go to the point of sale without being convinced by the listing. It’s all about capturing attention, highlighting the vehicle and creating an immersive experience from the very first click.
It’s now essential for dealers to immediately communicate the strengths of their vehicles to prospects, and differentiate themselves through engaging experiences.
CarCutter’s 3D Virtual Tour overcomes the limitations of traditional media such as photos and video.
It allows buyers to freely discover their future car from the comfort of their home. They can tour the vehicle – a digital twin faithful in every respect to the original car – as if they were physically in the dealership, and explore it in every detail.
An effective way to build trust and commitment.

Creating a virtual tour is simple. You don’t need any high-tech equipment or special know-how. Just walk around the vehicle, filming it with your smartphone via the CarCutter app. It takes less than a minute !

Once you’re done, your video is automatically transformed by the CarCutter AI into a superb 3-D interactive virtual tour.
Want to draw attention to a particular car feature ? A particular piece of equipment ? You can add “hotspots” to the vehicle.
These icons will reveal, as the mouse passes over them, photos and descriptions of the options you’ve chosen to highlight.
You’ll be able to present your vehicle’s strengths directly to your prospects.

Now you’re ready to impress your future buyers!

Thanks to its modular architecture, MAST can be flexibly adapted to different vehicle models and test requirements. Its intelligent control guarantees the utmost precision and repeatability, while its seamless integration in digital test systems ensures an efficient and standardized testing methodology.
AST boosts efficiency in workshops, test centres and for vehicle developers by automising complex calibrations and accelerating test processes. The combination of innovative sensor technology and intelligent simulation makes MAST a future-proof solution for ADAS and next-generation vehicle calibration.

APPLICATIONS MAST
MAST optimizes the testing and calibration of driver assistance systems across a number of sectors:
– Workshops & testing organizations benefit from standardized and efficient ADAS testing that meet the highest requirements.
– Vehicle manufacturers & developers use MAST for the precision validation and calibration of new sensor technologies
– for autonomous driving systems in particular.
– Test centers & research institutes use MAST for the scientific analysis and documentation of ADAS functions under realistic conditions. Thanks to its state-of-the-art over-the-air simulation, MAST enables dynamic tests and calibrations that far exceed traditional static methods.

Why throw away or recycle a battery when it can be recharged?
We give batteries a second life for exactly the same use, with the same performance and guarantees as a new battery.
This patent allows us to diagnose the battery at the end of its life, recharge it (restoring between 80 and 100% of its capacity) and carry out a final test.
This is cheaper and less carbon-intensive than buying a new battery. 1 tonne of regenerated batteries saves 20 tonnes of CO2.
We have been regenerating hybrid vehicle batteries for Car Studio, Norauto and specialist EV and hybrid garages in France for a year. (Revolte, EV Garage, etc.)
We are proud to add this economical and environmentally friendly solution made in France to our existing range.

To meet the rising demand for sustainable mobility, Henkel is introducing a new portfolio of specialized repair solutions tailored to the unique challenges of e-Mobility. As EVs play a key role in reducing CO2 emissions and decreasing dependence on fossil fuels, maintaining their performance and longevity is critical. Henkel’s comprehensive range is designed to enhance circularity, repair quality, efficiency, and safety across electric vehicle (EV) applications.

EV repairs often involve high-voltage systems and new components, requiring specialized approaches. Henkel addresses these challenges with proven technologies that support safe, effective, and long-lasting repairs for both battery and e-Drive systems.

EV Battery Repair
• LOCTITE® Gasketing Solutions: Critical for resealing battery housings after service, protecting against moisture, dust, and contaminants. Available in polyurethane, silicone, and rubber-based formulations to suit various battery designs.
• LOCTITE® Thermal Gap Fillers: Ensure optimal thermal management by transferring heat from battery modules to cooling systems. Essential when replacing faulty modules to maintain performance and thermal stability. Easy to apply and built for long-term reliability.

E-Drive Repair
• LOCTITE® Retaining Solutions: Deliver strong, secure bonds for cylindrical components like bearings and gears, even under high-speed and high-torque conditions.
• LOCTITE® Gasketing Solutions: Provide robust, durable seals that resist leaks, contaminants, high temperatures, and vibrations—extending the e-Drive’s service life.
• LOCTITE® Threadlocking Solutions: Prevent loosening of fasteners due to vibration, helping maintain the structural integrity and performance of the e-Drive system.

This portfolio empowers e-Mobility professionals with reliable, high-performance repair solutions that support a more sustainable future.

The E-BOX range revolutionizes the world of mobile onboard compressors with its innovative, high-performance, and sustainable concept. Powered exclusively by LiFePO4 lithium batteries, this autonomous compressor simultaneously generates compressed air and electrical power, providing exceptional flexibility with adaptable autonomy depending on the number of integrated batteries (from 1 to 3), perfectly meeting users’ specific requirements.

Available in several versions (2 kVA single-phase, 6 kVA single-phase, and 6 kVA three-phase) and configurable with two piston compression blocks, the E-BOX advantageously replaces traditional generators. It offers a high-performance, silent, and environmentally friendly alternative, operating with zero CO₂ emissions, thus effectively addressing today’s and tomorrow’s environmental challenges.

Designed and manufactured in France, the E-BOX features a compact, streamlined design that optimizes onboard space.

The E-BOX range goes even further with innovative options such as charging via the vehicle’s thermal alternator or solar panels, reinforcing its commitment to responsible and autonomous mobility.

BatteryPRO E-CARE Fluid by MAHLE takes care of the high-voltage battery cooling systems by automatically exchanging the coolant and checking the circuit for leaks.

Electric and hybrid vehicles rely on high-voltage batteries engineered for maximum performance. These batteries are sensitive to temperature fluctuations, and to maintain optimal operation, they are equipped with liquid-cooled thermal management systems that require regular maintenance.

As a specialist in fluid management and maintenance, MAHLE Aftermarket has developed E-CARE Fluid specifically for the needs of the e-mobility sector.

WHY MAINTENANCE MATTERS:

Issues in battery cooling circuits can be caused by:
•Chemical degradation of coolant reducing its effectiveness
•Contaminants or impurities lowering heat transfer efficiency
•Temperature and pressure variations accelerating coolant aging
•Additive depletion diminishing long-term coolant protection

TYPICAL USE CASES:

•Coolant fluid exchange during routine maintenance
•Draining and refilling the cooling system when the high-voltage battery pack is removed for repair
•Draining and refilling after component replacement within the cooling circuit
•Leak testing of the battery cooling system

Why throw away or recycle a battery when it can be recharged?
We give batteries a second life for exactly the same use, with the same performance and guarantees as a new battery.
This patent allows us to diagnose the battery at the end of its life, recharge it (restoring between 80 and 100% of its capacity) and carry out a final test.
This is cheaper and less carbon-intensive than buying a new battery. 1 tonne of regenerated batteries saves 20 tonnes of CO2.
We have been regenerating hybrid vehicle batteries for Car Studio, Norauto and specialist EV and hybrid garages in France for a year. (Revolte, EV Garage, etc.)
We are proud to add this economical and environmentally friendly solution made in France to our existing range.

Country of origin: France
Date of launch: 01/01/2024
New product presented before its public launch:No

In the context of a transition toward more sustainable mobility, PHINIA offers an innovative solution to significantly reduce emissions in the automotive sector: the hydrogen-powered internal combustion engine (H₂ ICE). This technology retains the benefits of traditional combustion engines while eliminating CO₂ emissions. Unlike battery electric vehicles, hydrogen vehicles recharge in 10 minutes, are lighter, and offer better energy efficiency.
PHINIA has developed a new generation of injectors (DI-CHG10 and DI-CHG15) capable of powering engines up to 90 kW per cylinder. These injectors ensure clean, efficient, and safe combustion. Tests on a gasoline engine converted to hydrogen have shown remarkable results: zero CO₂ emissions, very low NOx emissions, and an almost complete absence of carbon particles.
The system is based on a common rail and direct or indirect injectors operating at pressures from 2 to 300 bars. It relies on an intelligent engine control system combining existing software with hydrogen-specific modules to ensure optimal injection and combustion management.
Adaptable to many sectors (light and heavy vehicles, LCVs, HGVs, construction equipment, agriculture, marine, light aviation, energy production), this solution integrates easily into existing engines.
This technology, developed at PHINIA sites in Blois (France), Gillingham (UK), and Luxembourg, has already proven itself in road tests with the city of Blois’ trucks. It also powers Alpine’s Alpenglow HY6 concept car and is part of ongoing concrete projects with other globally renowned automakers.
PHINIA acts as a complete solutions provider, offering individual components or turnkey systems. Hydrogen thus becomes a credible, efficient, and sustainable alternative to fossil fuels.

La réduction de l’impact environnemental est profondément ancrée dans la philosophie d’entreprise de MANN+HUMMEL, expert mondial en filtration, ainsi que dans l’ADN de sa marque premium MANN-FILTER. En tant qu’une des marques leader de la rechange automobile, MANN-FILTER mise de plus en plus sur l’utilisation de matériaux innovants, renouvelables et respectueux des ressources. Avec notre dernière innovation produit, nous avançons vers une mobilité à faibles émissions : une imprégnation de nouvelle génération à base de bois.
Jusqu’à présent, les filtres en cellulose ont utilisé une résine d’origine fossile pour assurer leur stabilité, rigidité et résistance chimique. Désormais, nous remplaçons partiellement cette imprégnation phénolique par de la lignine, une matière végétale issue du bois qui offre les mêmes avantages structurels. La lignine est produite en grandes quantités comme sous-produit de la fabrication de la pâte et du papier – environ 50 millions de tonnes par an dans le monde. Les matériaux utilisés pour nos filtres imprégnés de lignine proviennent de sources fiables et certifiées.
Ce filtre de nouvelle génération, avec un impact environnemental réduit, contribue à une mobilité à faibles émissions, en particulier pour les véhicules à moteur thermique, tout en conservant la fiabilité et la performance exceptionnelles qui inspirent la confiance des distributeurs, des garages et des conducteurs – sans compromis.
La première vague comprend 29 produits, 27 filtres à air et 2 filtres à huile, et d’autres produits suivront. Sur le marché de la rechange automobile, ces filtres à air innovants et plus durables sont désormais disponibles sous la marque MANN-FILTER pour près de 70 millions de voitures et de véhicules utilitaires en Europe, tandis que les filtres à huile sont prêts à être utilisés pour près de 17,6 millions de véhicules.
Faisons encore mieux. Faisons le choix de la boîte jaune MANN-FILTER.Sustainability is firmly anchored in the corporate philosophy of global filtration expert MANN+HUMMEL – as well as in the DNA of its premium brand MANN-FILTER. As a leading brand in the automotive aftermarket, MANN-FILTER increasingly focuses on the use of resource-conserving, renewable, and innovative materials. With our latest product innovation, we’re advancing emission-neutral mobility: next-gen wood-based impregnation.
Cellulose filters have traditionally used fossil-based resin for stability, rigidity and chemical resistance. Now, we’re partially replacing this crude-oil based impregnation with lignin, a plant-based wood-derived material that provides the same structural benefits. Lignin is produced in large quantities as a by-product in pulp and paper production – around 50 million tons annually worldwide. The material used for our lignin coated filter products comes from trustworthy and certified sources.
This next-generation environmentally improved filter enhances the sustainability of existing vehicles, especially those with combustion engines, while maintaining the exceptional reliability and performance that dealers, workshops, and drivers trust – without compromise.
The first wave includes 29 products, 27 air filters and 2 oil filters and more products will follow. In the independent aftermarket, these innovative and more sustainable air filters are now available as MANN-FILTER applications for almost 70 million cars and transporters in Europe, while oil filters are ready to use for almost 17.6 million vehicles.
Go better. Go yellow. Go MANN-FILTER.

Bosch DOT 4 E brake fluid is free of hazardous substances and biodegradable thanks to the elimination of borates for simplified hazardous substance management in workshops. Exceeding the international DOT 4 standard, it is designed for ABS/ESP® systems and operates more reliably at low temperatures due to its low viscosity. It also has a higher wet and dry boiling point and a lower viscosity than DOT 4. Special additives protect it against corrosion in the ABS/ESP® system.
One for all: mixes seamlessly with all common glycol brake fluids including DOT 4, DOT 4 HP, DOT 5.1
Due to its low conductivity, it is suitable for electric vehicles.
Packaged in a 100% recycled plastic bottle.
Suitable for use by end consumers and for sale on online platforms.

The new Quartz EV3R range embodies an innovative eco-design approach, aligned with our 3R concept: Reduce, Reuse, Regenerate. At the heart of this initiative, the formulation of our EV3R lubricants prioritizes the integration of regenerated base oils, enabling a reduced environmental impact while ensuring performance equal to that of a conventional product.
Regenerated base oil is used oil that has regained its original properties through a high-tech purification process. This allows it to be given a second life in the production of new lubricants, thereby contributing to waste reuse and limiting the use of fossil-based raw materials—actively enhancing the circularity of lubricants.
As the result of a cutting-edge formulation incorporating 100% regenerated base oil, our first product, Quartz EV3R 10W-40, achieves a 50% reduction in carbon footprint compared to its counterpart formulated with virgin base oil, while delivering identical performance to a conventional engine oil.
The performance of Quartz EV3R 10W-40 has been officially approved by major automakers such as Stellantis, Renault, and Volkswagen, making it the very first lubricant with regenerated base oils to receive such certifications. This demonstrates that performance and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.
This first step marks the beginning of a strong commitment, with more pioneering products in this innovative range coming soon.

Country of origin:France
Date of launch: 01/10/2024
New product presented before its public launch:No

MICHELIN innovates to accelerate knowledge on tire and road wear particles (TRWP). Michelin aims to limit the emissions of wear particles from its tires and understand their biodegradation.

Since 2005, Michelin has been actively committed to reducing tire abrasion. Between 2015 and 2020, wear emissions were reduced by 5%. In 2023, the group launched the BioDLab laboratory in collaboration with CNRS and the University of Clermont Auvergne to study the biodegradation of TRWP and develop bio-assimilable solutions.
This initiative is part of Michelin’s effort to address environmental and regulatory challenges, including compliance with the Euro 7 standard, which will impose emission thresholds for tires.