Stoneridge to Debut EVO ECU Platform Designed to Simplify the Future of Commercial Vehicles at IAA Transportation
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Stoneridge (NYSE: SRI) announced further details of its new EVO ECU Platform, a high-performance, centralized electronic control unit purpose-built for commercial vehicles, buses, coaches and off‑highway equipment. The platform will debut at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hanover, Germany, from 14–20 September.
EVO is designed to simplify vehicle architectures by consolidating multiple ECUs, enabling faster software updates, enhanced diagnostics, remote updates and future software-defined functions. Developed with partners Renesas Electronics, Green Hills Software and indie Semiconductor, it offers scalable processing, rugged automotive-grade design, cybersecurity features and support for ADAS, camera and future AI-enabled applications. Visitors can experience the EVO ECU Platform at Hall 21 | Stand C44, including demonstrations in the Stoneridge Innovation Truck.
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| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 05 | Q2 earnings results | Negative | -2.8% | Higher sales but continued losses and lower gross margin; shares fell 2.82% |
| Jul 27 | Bus program award | Positive | +0.8% | Largest bus and coach program projected $42.3 million lifetime revenue; shares rose 0.81% |
| Jul 22 | Earnings call scheduling | Neutral | -3.6% | Company scheduled second-quarter results and conference call; shares fell 3.65% |
| Jun 30 | Index reconstitution | Positive | -3.4% | Stoneridge returned to Russell 2000 membership; shares fell 3.43% |
| Jun 25 | EVO platform showcase | Positive | +1.3% | Company announced EVO and vision technology showcase; shares rose 1.29% |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Three of five prior events aligned with the subsequent 24-hour move, while two diverged.
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- New high-performance ECU designed to simplify vehicle architecture and enable software-defined capabilities
- Purpose-built for commercial vehicles, buses, coaches and off-highway applications
- Scalable architecture delivers enhanced connectivity, improved diagnostics and greater flexibility
Designed to address the growing complexity of today's commercial vehicles, the EVO ECU Platform provides a flexible, high-performance electronic control solution that helps OEMs reduce system complexity while enabling advanced connectivity, diagnostics and future software-driven capabilities.
"Commercial vehicles are becoming increasingly connected and intelligent, but traditional vehicle architectures were not designed to support the pace of innovation happening today," said Christian Leblanc, Global Vice President of Product and Project Management at Stoneridge. "EVO provides a scalable platform that helps simplify integration, improve vehicle performance and give our customers the flexibility they need to adapt as technology continues to evolve."
Reducing Complexity, Increasing Capability
Unlike traditional architectures that rely on numerous individual electronic control units, EVO consolidates processing capabilities into a centralized platform designed specifically for the unique requirements of commercial vehicles. This approach enables faster software updates, more efficient diagnostics and the ability to introduce new features without significant hardware changes.
For fleet operators, EVO is designed to help improve uptime and reduce maintenance complexity through enhanced diagnostics, remote software updates and increased vehicle intelligence.
"Fleet customers were at the center of our development process," said Leblanc. "EVO helps enable faster troubleshooting, fewer service interruptions and the ability to continuously improve vehicle capabilities throughout the vehicle lifecycle."
Scalable, Secure and Future-Ready
Software modularity and cybersecurity were foundational elements of the EVO ECU development. Through a collaboration with Green Hills Software, Stoneridge implemented a scalable software architecture which 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 demanding operating environments, including extreme temperatures, vibration, dust and continuous vehicle operation. Its rugged, automotive-grade design also makes it well suited for a wide range of vehicle applications, including buses, coaches and off-highway equipment.
"Commercial vehicles operate in some of the most challenging environments, and they require technology designed specifically for those conditions," said Leblanc. "EVO was developed from the ground up to deliver the reliability, performance and flexibility our customers expect."
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.
"Our industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by increasing connectivity, automation and evolving regulatory requirements," said Natalia Noblet, President and CEO of Stoneridge. "EVO represents our commitment to helping customers navigate that transformation with a flexible platform designed to support innovation today and tomorrow."
Developed in collaboration with technology partner Renesas Electronics, the EVO ECU Platform combines automotive-grade processing capability with commercial vehicle expertise to support the next generation of connected transportation. Stoneridge implemented a multi-layered security approach designed to protect critical vehicle systems while enabling future software expansion.
"Stoneridge's EVO ECU Platform demonstrates how commercial-vehicle manufacturers can modernize vehicle electronics for demanding operating environments," said Aish Dubey, Vice President and Head of the HPC SoC Division at Renesas Electronics. "Our collaboration brings together Stoneridge's commercial-vehicle expertise and Renesas' R-Car system-on-chip, power-management and programmable mixed-signal technologies to create a scalable, automotive-grade foundation for connected and software-defined commercial vehicles."
Additionally, building on an established collaboration, Stoneridge worked closely with indie Semiconductor in the development of the image processor powering the EVO ECU Platform. The processor was designed with direct input from Stoneridge's engineering team to support the demanding performance, best-of-the-market image quality and scalability requirements of commercial vehicles.
Experience the EVO ECU Platform at IAA
The EVO ECU Platform has completed extensive validation through the Stoneridge Innovation Truck, a real-world technology demonstrator showcasing integrated vision, connectivity and platform capabilities across a range of operating conditions. The Stoneridge Innovation Truck will also be featured at IAA Transportation 2026.
Visitors can experience the EVO ECU Platform and Stoneridge's latest technologies at Hall 21 | Stand C44 during IAA Transportation 2026.
About Stoneridge, Inc.
Stoneridge, Inc., headquartered in Novi, Michigan, is a global supplier of safe and efficient electronic systems and technologies. Our systems and products power vehicle intelligence, while enabling safety and security for on- and off-highway transportation sectors around the world. Additional information about Stoneridge can be found at www.stoneridge.com.
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