At CES 2018, Hella and eSynch originator Excelfore demonstrated pushing diagnostic software to individual Hella body control modules and extracting data using eSync.

It was also used to install premium features in one of the company’s headlamp systems, “enabling new opportunities for OEMs to provide custom features for consumers”, said the firm.

“Hella is an innovator in lighting technology and electronics for the automotive sector,” said eSync Alliance director . “I’m delighted to welcome them to the eSync Alliance. Their expertise will help us develop new solutions and business models for the industry.”

Hella is a German family-owned company, which claims to be one of the one of the top 40 automotive parts suppliers in the world, employing 40,000 employees over 125 locations in 35 countries, includign 7,000 in R&D.

It develops and manufactures products for lighting technology and electronics for the automotive industry and also has one of the largest retail organisations for automotive parts, accessories, diagnostics, and services within Europe.