Aptiv Powers Intelligent Edge Applications From Automotive to Robotics at CES 2026

Key Terms

intelligent edge technical

Intelligent edge describes computing power and smart software placed close to where data is created—on devices, sensors, or local gateways—so decisions can be made instantly without sending everything to a distant cloud. For investors it matters because companies that use intelligent edge can lower costs, speed up services, protect data, and enable new products, potentially boosting revenue, margins, and competitive advantage much like adding a local manager who speeds up and improves decisions.

adas technical

Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) are electronic systems in vehicles that assist the driver with safety tasks. Examples include automatic emergency braking, lane keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control. These systems use sensors and cameras to improve vehicle safety.

digital cockpit technical

A digital cockpit is the suite of screens, controls and software inside a vehicle that presents driving information, entertainment, navigation and vehicle settings to the driver and passengers. Think of it as the car’s central command center or a smartphone built into the dashboard; it matters to investors because it can drive sales, recurring software and service revenue, differentiate products, and affect costs and partnerships across hardware, software and data services.

driver monitoring system technical

A driver monitoring system is in-vehicle technology—usually cameras and sensors plus software—that watches the driver for signs of distraction, drowsiness or impairment and alerts them or the vehicle to take corrective action. Think of it as a digital co‑pilot that helps prevent accidents by noticing when a driver’s attention slips. Investors care because it affects safety ratings, regulatory compliance, liability exposure, insurance costs and the competitiveness of vehicles with semi-autonomous features.

c-v2x technical

c‑V2X (Cellular Vehicle‑to‑Everything) is a wireless communication system that lets cars talk with other vehicles, road infrastructure, smartphones and cloud services using cellular networks. Think of it as a highway radio that sends and receives safety alerts, traffic data and control signals in real time. For investors, c‑V2X matters because its adoption influences demand for chips, software, telecom services and vehicle technology, shaping revenue and risk across automakers, suppliers and network operators.

real-time operating system technical

A real-time operating system is specialized software that manages a device’s hardware and applications so tasks run at predictable, guaranteed times instead of whenever resources happen to be free. For investors it matters because predictable timing is often critical for safety, regulatory approval and customer trust in products like medical devices, cars and industrial controllers—think of it as the conductor or traffic controller that keeps time-sensitive equipment from failing under pressure.

virtualization platform technical

A virtualization platform is software that lets one physical computer run many separate virtual machines or services, like renting individual rooms in a single building so multiple tenants can operate independently. For investors, it matters because it drives cost savings, faster deployment, and better use of hardware, which can lower operating expenses and enable scalable growth for companies relying on cloud services or data centers, affecting profitability and competitive position.

software-defined vehicles technical

Vehicles whose key features and performance are controlled and updated primarily through software rather than fixed hardware designs. Like a smartphone that gains new apps and capabilities over time, these cars can receive over-the-air updates that add features, improve efficiency, or fix issues, which matters to investors because it can extend product life, create ongoing revenue from software services, lower recall risk, and change how value is created and captured in the auto industry.

Showcase Features Aptiv Technologies Enabling Intelligent Cars, Commercial Vehicles, Robots, and Other Mission Critical Applications

Immersive Demos Highlight End-to-End AI for Autonomy, Personalized User Experience and Extensive Connectivity

SCHAFFHAUSEN, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Aptiv PLC (NYSE: APTV), a global industrial technology company, will showcase at CES 2026 how its intelligent edge solutions enable devices to sense, think, and act in real time—while continuously optimizing performance throughout their lifecycle. This approach brings advanced computing and artificial intelligence closer to where data is generated, unlocking AI-driven solutions for transportation, robotics, aerospace, and beyond.

Aptiv Powers the Intelligent Edge from Automotive to Robotics at CES 2026

By processing data locally at the edge, rather than relying solely on centralized cloud systems, Aptiv’s solutions enable faster response time and greater optimization at a system level.

“At CES 2026, we’re demonstrating how Aptiv enables real-time perception, decision-making, and actuation—transforming how vehicles and other intelligent, connected devices deliver safer, more adaptive, and smarter experiences,” said Javed Khan, Executive Vice President and President of Intelligent Systems at Aptiv. “We’re leveraging our leading technologies—proven in millions of vehicles on the road today—and successfully extending them into other mission-critical applications from robotics to aerospace and beyond.”

The Future of Automated Mobility

In the automotive domain, Aptiv will showcase its next-generation end-to-end (E2E) AI-powered ADAS platform, designed to deliver safer, more human-like driving and enhanced hands-free (L2++) autonomy across both highway and urban environments. This E2E approach leverages AI for perception, fusion and behavior planning which learn from real-world driving data to continuously evolve and improve over time.

Central to this platform are Aptiv’s recently launched Gen 8 radars, delivering industry-leading range, resolution, and object detection in all conditions. Combined with advanced Machine Learning algorithms, these radars enable robust driving solutions across diverse scenarios. Complementing them is the Aptiv PULSE™ sensor, which integrates surround-view cameras with ultra-short-range radar for seamless 360° perception. These technologies provide full coverage across urban, highway, and parking scenarios— helping drivers and automated systems navigate safely, regardless of weather or lighting conditions.

Scalable Digital Cockpit Innovations

At CES 2026, Aptiv will also unveil its latest Digital Cockpit technologies—engineered to enhance the safety and in-cabin experience for both passenger and commercial vehicles. Leveraging Aptiv’s unique capabilities in user experience, ADAS, and middleware, these solutions help drivers and vehicles collaborate during hands-free driving, keeping drivers informed and ready to intervene when needed, and empowering OEMs to unlock innovative, personalized experiences.

Aptiv’s Driver Monitoring System (DMS) and Cabin Monitoring System (CMS) utilize advanced vision and radar sensing to inform occupancy status, these sensors enable smarter, safety-critical decisions in the vehicle. Aptiv’s CMS can replace traditional seat-based occupant detection with vision-based sensing, reducing complexity and cost, and improving reconfigurability, while meeting stringent safety standards. Behind the scenes, a virtual synthetic data environment accelerates development by generating scalable, realistic datasets to train AI-powered systems.

Greater personalization is enabled by Aptiv’s Cockpit Sound Suite, Face ID, and other modular software features, built on the Aptiv Android Automotive Framework. Directional audio alerts deliver scalable audio experiences—from stereo to immersive spatial sound—while ensuring critical warnings reach the right occupant without disrupting others. Face ID seamlessly supports user profiles and adjusts vehicle and ecosystem preferences, including mirrors, seat position, and ADAS sensitivity, reducing the distractions of manual adjustment. This open and flexible approach is further enhanced by collaborations with strategic partners, empowering OEMs to control the software that defines their vehicles.

Connecting the Future: The Aptiv LINC™ Software Platform, 5G and C-V2X

Aptiv will also highlight its collaboration with Verizon to explore the potential of Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything (C-V2X) technology, where 5G connectivity, edge computing, and automotive innovation converge to improve road safety.

Powered by Aptiv’s cloud-native platform, featuring Wind River technology, the new Aptiv LINC™ Software Platform and Verizon’s Edge Transportation Exchange — a mobile-network V2X communication platform, this proof of concept exemplifies how high-speed, low-latency communication can enable safer mobility ecosystems. Applications include sharing vulnerable road user detections between vehicles by leveraging 5G C-V2X services - for example, allowing vehicles to share the location of pedestrians or cyclists, which might otherwise be blocked from view.

These capabilities are enabled, in part, by the Aptiv Layered Infrastructure for Networking and Compute (LINC™) Software Platform, which is purpose built for complex and real time embedded features. More than just middleware, it is a comprehensive, modular software solution that enables truly software-defined vehicles. LINC delivers capabilities such as communications middleware, middleware tooling, software-defined networking, container management, edge intelligence, and more, all designed to accelerate development and unlock advanced functionality, such as those envisioned by C-V2X.

Multi-Industry Insights

Aptiv’s CES 2026 pavilion will also feature software and hardware solutions powering multiple robotics and aerospace applications. This includes an AI-powered collaborative robot and next-generation Autonomous Mobile Robot for scalable material handling, which integrates Aptiv’s award-winning PULSE sensor and compute solutions. Other showcases will highlight platforms including the VxWorks® real-time operating system, Wind River Helix® Virtualization Platform, and Wind River Cloud Platform. These exhibits underscore Aptiv’s commitment to enabling mission-critical applications across multiple end markets.

Aptiv Takes the Stage at CES

Aptiv will host two speaking engagements at CES 2026 in Las Vegas.

From Cars to Aerospace – How Edge AI Is Powering the Future of Advanced Mobility

• Date & Time: Tuesday, January 6th | 12:10–12:40 PM
• Location: CES Mobility Stage
• Speaker: Javed Khan, Executive Vice President and President, Intelligent Systems, Aptiv
• Overview: Join Javed Khan as he explores how edge computing is transforming industries—from automotive to aerospace—by enabling real-time data processing at the edge.

5G, Edge & Vehicles – How Telecom and Automotive Are Bringing C-V2X to Life

• Date & Time: Wednesday, January 7th | 4:00–4:30 PM
• Speakers: Paul Miller, Chief Technology Officer, Wind River - Craig Turner, Vice President and Managing Director, Digital Cockpit and Middleware, Aptiv – Erik Varney, Managing Director - Telematics and Industrial IoT, Verizon
• Location: CES Mobility Stage
• Overview: Industry experts will discuss how 5G and edge computing are enabling real-time vehicle-to-everything (C-V2X) communication.

Aptiv invites CES attendees, media, and industry stakeholders to join these sessions and engage in conversations that are shaping the future of mobility and intelligent systems across industries. For more information about Aptiv’s news, please visit: https://www.aptiv.com/en/newsroom/article/aptiv-powers-the-intelligent-edge-from-automotive-to-robotics-at-ces-2026

FAQ:

What is Aptiv showcasing at CES 2026?

Aptiv will demonstrate its Intelligent Edge solutions that enable real-time sensing, thinking, and acting across automotive, robotics, aerospace, and other mission-critical applications. Highlights include:

• End-to-end AI-powered autonomy for vehicles.
• Advanced ADAS technologies like Gen 8 radars and the PULSE™ sensor.
• Digital Cockpit innovations for personalized in-cabin experiences.
• 5G Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything (C-V2X) connectivity in collaboration with Verizon.

How does Aptiv’s Intelligent Edge technology benefit mobility and other industries?

By processing data locally at the edge instead of relying solely on cloud systems, Aptiv’s solutions deliver:

• Faster decision-making for safety-critical scenarios.
• Continuous optimization of system performance.
• Scalable AI-driven solutions for automotive, robotics, aerospace, and industrial automation—where reliability is essential.

What panels and sessions will Aptiv host at CES 2026?

Aptiv will lead two key discussions:

• “From Cars to Aerospace – How Edge AI Is Powering the Future of Advanced Mobility”
  Date: Jan 6 | Time: 12:10–12:40 PM
  Speaker: Javed Khan – EVP and President, Aptiv
• “5G, Edge & Vehicles – How Telecom and Automotive Are Bringing C-V2X to Life”
  Date: Jan 7 | Time: 4:00–4:30 PM
  Speakers: Experts from Aptiv, Wind River, and Verizon

About Aptiv

Aptiv is a global industrial technology company enabling more automated, electrified, and digitalized solutions across multiple end-markets. Visit aptiv.com.

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Lisa Scalzo

Senior Vice President and Chief Communications Officer

lisa.scalzo@aptiv.com

Ariel Gavilan

Vice President of Global Communications

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Source: Aptiv PLC