Commercial vehicles are becoming increasingly complex as more advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), camera-based, connectivity and software-driven functions are adopted. Stoneridge has responded with the EVO ECU platform, a centralized architecture designed to simplify vehicle electronics and support the next generation of technology. The platform provides a flexible, high-performance electronic control solution that helps OEMs reduce system complexity while enabling ADAS, diagnostics and future software-driven capabilities.
Stoneridge demonstrated the EVO ECU alongside its MirrorEye Camera Monitoring System and surrounding vision and control systems this month in its Innovation Truck and Simulator at the IAA Transportation 2026 in Hannover, Germany, illustrating how the technology works together in a real driving environment.
“Connectivity, automation and changing regulations are reshaping commercial transportation, and Stoneridge’s EVO ECU helps our customers adapt, delivering a flexible platform that evolves with their needs,” said Natalia Noblet, president and CEO. “At IAA, we’re showing the EVO ECU in operation on our Innovation Truck and Simulator, alongside MirrorEye and other technologies – proof that Stoneridge is already delivering the future of commercial vehicles.”
EVO ECU platform
Unlike solutions built primarily for passenger vehicles and adapted afterward, EVO ECU was built specifically to close the gap in commercial vehicle architecture, with hardware and software designed together as a foundation. EVO consolidates processing capabilities into a centralized platform designed specifically for the unique requirements of commercial vehicles. This approach reportedly enables faster software updates, more efficient diagnostics and the ability to introduce new features without significant hardware changes.
According to Stoneridge, the platform helps improve uptime and reduce maintenance complexity through enhanced diagnostics, remote software updates and increased vehicle intelligence.
Software modularity and cybersecurity were key to the EVO ECU development. Through a collaboration with Renesas Electronics and others, Stoneridge implemented a scalable software architecture that allows new capabilities to be introduced while maintaining separation between safety-critical functions.
Built specifically for commercial vehicle applications, the EVO ECU platform has been engineered to withstand the most demanding operating environments, including extreme temperatures, vibration and continuous vehicle operation. Its rugged, automotive-grade design makes it well suited for a wide range of vehicle applications, including buses, coaches and off-highway equipment. EVO ECU has undergone extensive real-world testing on Stoneridge’s own test fleet and in customer fleet conditions.
The platform’s scalable architecture provides additional processing capability and connectivity to support emerging technologies, including advanced driver assistance systems, additional camera applications, sensor integration and future AI-enabled features.
“Commercial vehicles are increasingly connected and intelligent, but traditional vehicle architectures were not designed to support this pace of innovation,” said Christian Leblanc, global vice president of product and project management at Stoneridge. “EVO provides a scalable platform that simplifies integration, improves vehicle performance and gives customers the flexibility they need to adapt as technology continues to evolve.”
New features and solutions
Enabled by the EVO ECU, new functionalities extend the value of the system beyond driving, improving the safety and security of commercial vehicles.
Built on Stoneridge’s established surveillance technology expertise, MirrorEye Surveillance Mode gives drivers and fleets a layer of protection when the vehicle is parked. It activates an alert and automatically records a video clip the moment someone approaches or attempts access, delivering a clear view and actionable evidence.
Designed and engineered specifically for commercial vehicles, Surround View offers a bird’s-eye view of the truck and trailer, making it easier and safer for drivers to maneuver in small spaces.
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