Safety: ADAS and ARAS Solutions
? ADAS in Passenger and Commercial Vehicles
Valeo is expanding its Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) capabilities to foster safer mobility globally. As AI-driven engineering, simulation, and validation play an increasingly important role in the development of electrification and ADAS technologies, Valeo’s Chennai R&D centre contributes significantly to software development, AI-enabled engineering, and system validation for electrification and ADAS programs worldwide. With a strong focus on high-end engineering and digital capabilities, the Chennai team supports Valeo’s objective of delivering safe, sustainable, and affordable mobility solutions at scale.
Valeo’s Sanand plant in Gujarat is expanding its operations to support the growing demand for ADAS products. The facility currently supplies ultrasonic sensors to major OEMs in India. As part of this expansion, Valeo is implementing new camera production lines, which are scheduled to commence production by mid-2026. This investment strengthens the company’s local ADAS manufacturing footprint and reinforces its ability to deliver advanced, scalable safety solutions aligned with the evolving needs of the Indian automotive market.
? Two- and Three-Wheelers: Enhanced Rider Protection
Deploying electrification solutions and Advanced Rider Assistance Systems to accelerate the adoption of sustainable mobility solutions, and enhance safety. At CES 2026, Valeo and Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, announced their strategic partnership on Advanced Rider Assistance Systems. By combining Valeo’s radar and smart camera technologies with Hero’s deep understanding of local traffic conditions, these innovations aim to reduce road accidents, enhance the riding experience, and set new global standards for two-wheeler safety. Several proof-of-concept systems have already been successfully developed to protect both riders and pedestrians.
Technology and AI in R&D
Valeo is advancing the use of Artificial Intelligence across its research and development activities to improve efficiency, accelerate innovation, reduce costs and lead time across the value chain. Valeo’s R&D centres in India play an important role in global innovation programs for all the Group’s activities. The Valeo Group Technical Center in Chennai, along with its satellite center in Bangalore, serves as a powerhouse for research, development, and innovation, bringing together over 3,300 top engineering talents. Valeo has also expanded its state-of-the-art lab to become self-reliant in its testing and validation capabilities.
From Automotive to New Applications, Including Data Center Cooling
Valeo also strengthens its AI and R&D ecosystem through strategic partnerships, including with 2CRSi, to develop innovative, energy-efficient liquid cooling solutions for edge data centers. Established in November 2025, this collaboration focuses on developing an Autonomous Immersion-cooled edge compute solution engineered to withstand harsh outdoor environments. A primary use case for this technology is supporting 5G deployment in India, where Valeo provides the essential casing and thermal management for the servers.
Valeo has operated in India since 1997. The Group runs 6 production sites across Chennai, Pune, Sanand, and Gurgaon and global R&D Centres in Chennai and Bangalore. Valeo employs over 7,500 people in India, with over 50% engineers contributing to global research, development, and manufacturing activities.