Major Certification | Reaching the Highest Level of Automotive Functional Safety

Recently, Vicvac Electronics Technology (Changzhou) Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as "Vicvac") officially received the ISO 26262:2018 ASIL-D Functional Safety Process Certification from DEKRA. ASIL-D represents the highest level of automotive functional safety. This certification primarily covers the linear position sensor for rear-wheel steering systems, developed independently by Vicvac. Obtaining this certification marks that Vicvac has achieved internationally leading levels in product development processes, safety management systems, and product reliability, further consolidating its technical strength and market competitiveness in the field of new energy intelligent safety core components.

Core Product | Sensing Technology Ensures Vehicle Safety

As the automotive industry rapidly evolves toward electrification, intelligence, and connectivity, electronic and electrical architectures are becoming increasingly complex. Functional safety has become a fundamental requirement for ensuring safe vehicle operation. ISO 26262, as an internationally recognized automotive functional safety standard, establishes a safety management system covering the entire product lifecycle, from risk analysis, system design, hardware implementation, to software development and manufacturing operations. ASIL-D represents the most stringent safety objectives, requiring companies to achieve excellence in process control, technology R&D, and system management.

The linear position sensor for rear-wheel steering systems independently developed by Vicvac is based on the eddy current measurement principle and features a non-contact design. It offers core advantages such as high precision, high reliability, and strong anti-interference capability, enabling real-time and accurate detection of position changes in the rear-wheel steering axle. It is a key sensing component for ensuring active rear-wheel steering control and enhancing vehicle handling stability and driving safety. Through this ISO 26262 ASIL-D functional safety process certification, Vicvac has fully demonstrated its functional safety management capabilities across the entire lifecycle of the sensor, from concept development, system and hardware/software design, to production and operation. This fully meets the stringent requirements of the global high-end automotive market for safety-critical components.

Industry Voice | Authoritative Recognition Highlights Core Strength

Mr. Xu, General Manager of Vicvac, stated: "Safety is the lifeline of automotive electronic core components and a core value that Vicvac has upheld since its founding. Obtaining the ISO 26262 ASIL-D functional safety process certification is an authoritative recognition of our R&D system and safety management capabilities. In the future, Vicvac will continue to deepen the construction of its functional safety system, promote the large-scale deployment of high-safety-level products in the new energy and intelligent chassis fields, and provide the industry with more reliable core component solutions."

Mr. Li, General Manager of Functional Safety at DEKRA China, commented: "ISO 26262 ASIL-D certification is an important milestone in automotive functional safety, with extremely high entry barriers. Relying on solid R&D accumulation, rigorous process control, and a clear safety development strategy, Vicvac has successfully passed the certification, fully demonstrating the technological breakthrough capabilities of domestic new energy component manufacturers in the high-end safety field. DEKRA looks forward to deepening cooperation with Vicvac to jointly promote the in-depth implementation of functional safety in key component areas, safeguarding the future of mobility."

About Vicvac

Vicvac Electronics Technology (Changzhou) Co., Ltd. is a high-tech enterprise specializing in the R&D, production, and sales of intelligent safety components for new energy applications, headquartered in Changzhou, Jiangsu Province. The company's core team has many years of experience in leading industry players, deeply engaged in automotive and industrial sensing, controllers, and actuators, with full-chain technical capabilities covering materials, precision machinery, power electronics, and hardware/software development. The company has been recognized as a National High-Tech Enterprise and a Jiangsu Provincial Specialized and Sophisticated SME. It has a complete quality control system, and its core products are widely used in various scenarios such as new energy vehicles, energy storage, and battery charging/swapping, committed to providing customers with high-safety, high-reliability core components.

About DEKRA

DEKRA has been a global leader in safety for over 100 years. Founded in 1925, DEKRA was originally dedicated to ensuring road safety through vehicle inspection. Today, DEKRA has grown into one of the world's largest independent non-listed expert organizations in testing, inspection, and certification, covering a wide range of industries. As a trusted global partner, DEKRA helps customers enhance safety and sustainability with comprehensive services and innovative solutions, living up to its centennial theme – "Securing the Future." In 2024, DEKRA generated total revenue of EUR 4.3 billion, operating in over 60 countries and regions across five continents, with more than 48,000 employees committed to providing independent and professional expert services. DEKRA has been consecutively awarded a Platinum rating by EcoVadis, ranking among the top 1% of the most sustainable companies.