Continental reaches 200 million radar production milestone

Continental is celebrating the production of 200 million radar sensors. This number of produced radars reflects the company’s leading position with more than 20 percent market share in essential safety technology components for the automotive sector.

Between 1999, when the first generation of Continental’s long-range radar was integrated in the Mercedes S-Class, and 2021, the company supplied 100 million radar systems. Four years later, a new milestone was reached: 200 million radar sensors.

The technology company announced it has received major series orders for radar sensors from different vehicle manufacturers worth around 1.5 billion euros in the first quarter of the year. Production starts are planned for 2026 and 2027, depending on the manufacturer.

“The mark of 200 million sensors produced – and the major series orders – emphasize that Continental stands for high-tech engineering, pioneering spirit, and customized technology solutions for every application in the automotive market,” said Ismail Dagli, head of the Autonomous Mobility business area at Continental. “Radar sensors are a key component for the mobility of today and tomorrow. Without a differentiated portfolio of various radar systems, such as those from Continental, autonomous driving would not be possible.”