They have made it onto the shortlist for the coveted Innovation Awards. A jury of international automotive experts scrutinised all the products submitted and nominated these new products for the Innovation Awards.
Criteria for the jury's assessment include the innovative performance and excellence of the solution, cost-effectiveness, user benefits, functionality and user-friendliness, market potential in the after-OEM sales market, quality, sustainability, energy efficiency and climate protection.
E-Mobility & Innovative Drive Technologies (NEW)
AVL DiTEST GmbH
rightCHARGE 11 kW
The rightCHARGE 11 kW is the latest module balancer from AVL DiTEST. It supports the repair of drive batteries by safely and reliably charging/discharging the battery modules. The rightCHARGE 11 kW offers an impressive voltage range, which makes it possible to condition a wide range of battery modules and battery packs. It also offers the capability to measure the residual capacity of used batteries and to assess their suitability for second life energy storage.
Borg Automotive
Remanufacturing 48 Volt belt driven starters – generator machines (BSG)
The automotive industry is undergoing rapid technological development. As the technologies used shift, so does our focus. Recently we have therefore developed a full remanufacturing process for 48V belt driven starters – generator machines (BSG) which are broadly used in hybrid passenger cars. Based on thorough reverseengineering
or process includes all steps from diagnostics, cleaning, reconditioning and testing to ensure high performance in the final product.
Hengst SE
Blue.iox
The Blue.iox from Hengst is a state-of-the-art ion exchanger that has been specially developed for fuel cell systems to efficiently reduce the ion concentration in the coolant. It has a user-friendly design and its innovative filter system ensures long-lasting and safe fuel cell performance.
Thinkcar Europe GmbH
Diagnosis of New Energy Vehicles and Battery Pack Systems with Modular Data Transmission
THINKTOOL CE EVD is a cloud diagnostic technology product developed specifically to support low-carbon environmental sustainability and focus on new energy vehicles. Its diagnostic capabilities cover over 1790 different types of battery packs and over 95% of new energy vehicle models. With modular devices, it can aggregate and display data in real-time.
Data & Connectivity
ZF Friedrichshafen AG
Vehicle Health Module within ZF Bus Connect
ZF Bus Connect Vehicle Health is a state-of-the-art solution ensuring the reliability and efficiency of bus fleets. It gathers data from various sources, including diagnostic messages (DM1), exclusive ZF Health Check data, Tire Pressure Management Systems, and brakes, to provide a comprehensive evaluation of each vehicle's condition.
Hella Gutmann Solutions GmbH
macsLive
macsLive from Hella Gutmann is an advanced diagnostic solution developed specifically for the automotive and workshop industry. This cloud-based platform offers comprehensive support to workshops and technicians, allowing them to determine the vehicle's condition remotely.
TÜV NORD live-expert GmbH & Co. KG
Kaayo: The powerful tool for claims management in the automotive industry
Are you being kept from your work by enquiries about the status of claims and the complicated claims management process? Now is the time to network the various service providers involved in each damage claim with kaayo. This ensures that you have all the relevant information available at a glance – you can even integrate this into your DMS system if desired.
Circular Economy Solutions GmbH
CoremanNet-App
The CoremanNet App is a mobile application to link automotive parts and technical vehicle data and return them for a second product life cycle. The app makes an efficient contribution to the transition of the automotive industry towards a circular economy.
Workshop & Service Solutions
E-XTEQ LLC
NERO S High Voltage Battery Pack Charger / Discharger
Nero S from E-XTEQ is a ‘2 in ‘1 product that is able to Charge and Discharge the battery Pack of any Electric Vehicle. It has a MAX power/INPUT of 90-230 VAC, 50/60 Hz with a friendly-user 7” LED Color Intuitive operator interface, featuring icon based applications compatible with battery packs from all manufacturers.
MAHA Maschinenbau Halenwang GmbH & Co. KG
MAST – MAHA Adaptive System Tester
The Maha Adaptive System Tester (MAST) revolutionises ADAS diagnostics with fast, precise over-the-air tests under real-life conditions. Tests under real-life conditions, reduced to less than 5 minutes. Modular design and intuitive use make MAST the future-proof choice for workshops.
Hunter Engineering Company
Ultimate ADAS®
Ultimate ADAS®, Hunter Engineering Company’s innovative system for eliminating error-prone manual layouts common to static ADAS calibrations, combines Hunter’s standard-setting alignment technology with an efficient and easy-to-use guided target placement system for around-the-vehicle coverage. Patented gimbal-mounted lasers are the key component, replacing the inexact guesswork of strings, plumb bobs and tape measures to cut setup time by 70 percent for some procedures.
Knorr-Bremse Systeme für Nutzfahrzeuge GmbH
ECU Repair for Commercial Vehicles
The Knorr-Bremse Diagnostics software enables workshop mechanics to access the combined know-how of Knorr-Bremse and Cojali in the fields of commercial vehicle braking systems and of diagnostics in a solution which is also ready to meet cybersecurity requirements
MAHLE Aftermarket GmbH
BatteryPRO E-CARE Fluid
MAHLE BatteryPRO E-CARE Fluid is the solutions dedicated to maintenance of the battery cooling system of electric vehicles by providing: Exchange of cooling fluid, emptying the coolant circuit in case of repair and exchange of component or the removal of the high voltage battery pack from the vehicle for repair and re-filling afterwards.
MAHA Maschinenbau Halenwang GmbH & Co. KG
MAHA OmniLink
Maha OmniLink revolutionises workshop control with an all-in-one remote control unit. An integrated camera for fault documentation and future device positioning via laser increase efficiency and precision. Its ergonomic design and rugged construction ensure safety and a long service life.
Parts & Technology Solutions
Continental Aftermarket und Services GmbH
SecuBrake
ATE SecuBrake is a new, advanced brake fluid that combines sustainability and safe properties. For the first time, it meets the legal requirements for a DOT 4 brake fluid without containing boric acid esters, and it is also manufactured using a certified process with renewable raw materials. The result is a CO2 footprint that is significantly better than that of conventional brake fluids.
Brembo Spa
Brembo Beyond Greenance Kit
The Aftermarket Brembo Beyond EV kit consists of brake disc and pads for electric cars. The double-layer treatment of the disc protects against corrosion (up to and beyond 100,000 km); the copper-free friction material of the pad reduces dust and noise during braking. Now also available for plug-in hybrid cars.
Hengst SE
Blue.ion
The Blue.ion is a cabin air filter that efficiently filters pollutants out of the air through a combination of ionization and polarization. It offers improved air quality for vehicle occupants with lower energy consumption and the same installation space.
Robert Bosch GmbH, Automotive Aftermarket
High-voltage battery module sets
Resource-saving replacement solution for high-voltage battery module sets in Toyota/Lexus models. Easy replacement of the high-voltage battery modules without vehicle manufacturer-specific tools. Use of the high-voltage battery repair kit with approval from the Federal Motor Transport Authority.
Schaeffler Vehicle Lifetime Solutions
Schaeffler TriFinityTM Radlager
The Schaeffler Trifinity™ wheel bearing is the only triple-row ball bearing on the market. Less friction and weight with greater torque transmission and range as well as a longer service life make it significantly more efficient than conventional wheel bearings.
Body & Paint
CIN MONOPOL
UHS UV Led
UHS-UV LED Varnish is a two-component, high-gloss UV LED-cured finish for automotive and industrial bodywork. Compliant with VOC standards, its high solid content combined with low viscosity gives an exceptional finishing result in less than 1 minute. It improves productivity, eliminates the use of thermal energy, and reduces set-up cost by 50%. The result is highly durable and extremely scratch-resistant.
Sehon innovative Lackieranlagen GmbH
CAMELEON SYSTEMS - Professional workshop equipment for the safe repair and handling of electric vehicles
CAMELEON SYSTEMS is the world’s only product and safety programme for workshops that makes it possible to repair electric vehicles and modern car bodies made from steel, aluminium, carbon and mixed materials in a safe and non-hazardous manner while complying with all statutory requirements. It ensures that the risks associated with working on these vehicles, including possible explosions, poisonous vapours, fumes and toxic compounds, are documented, monitored and neutralised.
BASF Coatings GmbH
Glasurit 100 Line – Waterborne Basecoat System for Refinish Coatings
Glasurit 100 Line, waterborne basecoat by Glasurit is the fastest (with up to 40% shorter process time), the greenest (with C02 savings and a VOC content of <250 g/l, it is 40% below all global legal regulations), and the most colorful (with the most comprehensive color database) paint in the industry. There is no other paint in the world that offers more speed, sustainability, and color variety.
Car Wash & Care
Oxyhydrogen Technologies, S.L.
NOVA Carbon Cleaner model
New Oxyhtech NOVA Model. The most powerful and economical in its category with gas production for engines up to 6,000 cc. Security control with Bluetooth, with OBDII and emutech connectivity. 5-inch touch screen with fully guided procedures and Wi-Fi connectivity for online program and remote diagnosis.
Ma-fra spa a Socio Unico
GLICO: The Game Changer in the Vehicle Interior Cleaning Sector
GLICO is an innovative interior cleaner for vehicles, effective in removing residues and stains, respectful of surfaces and safe for the user. Thanks to the “Luminol Effect”, it highlights hidden stains, allowing optimal cleaning by halving the working cycle time.
Commercial Vehicles
VPG Systems UK Ltd.
VanWeigh Overload Protection
VanWeigh is a sensor-based onboard weighing system for light commercial vehicles up to 7.5 tonnes. It revolutionizes overload protection, providing load monitoring and overload alerts without driver input. Using patented inclinometers and air pressure sensors, it delivers ±2.5% accuracy at 90-100% GVW, no recalibration needed. It enhances safety, eliminates risk of overload fines, reduces vehicle wear, and enables load optimization.
OSRAM GmbH
TRUCKSTAR® LED H7
Retrofitting from Halogen to LED made easy- completely legal.With the TRUCKSTAR H7 LED, OSRAM's first streetlegal H7 LED retrofit lamp dedicated for 24V vehicles is now on the market. For truck drivers, fleet managers and freight forwarders. For trucks, special vehicles, buses, and towing vehicles. For nearly everyone in the "heavy duty" sector and beyond. Better seen and be seen, for more safety on the road, especially at night.
AI & Digitalisation (NEW)
MAHA Maschinenbau Halenwang GmbH & Co. KG
MAHA Autonome Inspektions Assistenten (MAIA)
MAIA revolutionises vehicle inspection with its autonomous technology and advanced diagnostics. Independent localisation, wheel alignments, light tests, radar checks and ADAS calibrations put MAIA in a class of its own and set new standards for efficiency and precision.
Borg Automotive
Automatic product identification with AI
Every year, Borg Automotive Reman process approximately 2.5 mio used automotive spare part units (cores) as they are registered in our ERP system. Earlier, each unit were manually identified and registered. To optimize our operations, increase data quality and help us improve our customer service, we have now developed an AIpowered automatic identification and registration of cores through visual analysis of product labels.
Thinkcar Europe GmbH
The AI diagnostic assistant THINKGPT accurately identifies user intentions using large language models in the diagnostic industry.
Just like the artificial intelligence assistant J.A.R.V.I.S. in the movie "Iron Man" who can accomplish anything for Tony Stark, this THINKTOOL 399 product is a true application of an AI intelligent assistant in the automotive diagnostics industry. THINKGPT can recognize user intent through voice and text, and subsequently perform functions, provide maintenance guidance, and offer after-sales support in multiple dimensions.
Green Award
Continental Aftermarket und Services GmbH
SecuBrake
ATE SecuBrake is a new, advanced brake fluid that combines sustainability and safe properties. For the first time, it meets the legal requirements for a DOT 4 brake fluid without containing boric acid esters, and it is also manufactured using a certified process with renewable raw materials. The result is a CO2 footprint that is significantly better than that of conventional brake fluids.
Hengst SE
Blue.ion
The Blue.ion is a cabin air filter that efficiently filters pollutants out of the air through a combination of ionization and polarization. It offers improved air quality for vehicle occupants with lower energy consumption and the same installation space.
Gedore Automotive GmbH in Entwicklungs-Kooperation mit
Schaeffler Vehicle Lifetime Solutions
E-Drive Stator Lift
The E-Drive Stator Lift is a semi-automatic separation device for dismantling electric motors. Despite extreme magnetic forces, rotor and stator are separated without damage. As an alternative to replacement motors, costeffective spare parts can be installed and defective motors reintroduced into the usage cycle.
Circular Economy Solutions GmbH
CoremanNet-App
The CoremanNet App is a mobile application to link automotive parts and technical vehicle data and return them for a second product life cycle. The app makes an efficient contribution to the transition of the automotive industry towards a circular economy.