EDAG Group

SEASON’S GREETINGS FROM AROUND THE WORLD // As 2024 draws to a close, it’s the perfect time to reflect on a year of transformation. Together, we’ve navigated disruptions, embraced change, and made significant strides across industries. This year has been a testament to resilience and innovation. From the launch of groundbreaking projects like the new EMC Center in Fulda to our Zero Prototype Lab, we’ve continued to push boundaries and set new benchmarks. Looking ahead to 2025, we remain committed to exploring new industries and opportunities. While challenges lie ahead, the strength of our global team gives us confidence to shape the future together. In this spirit, we invite you to watch our special holiday video, featuring greetings from our colleagues around the world. 🎄🌍 We wish you and your loved ones a peaceful holiday season and a bright start to the new year. Thank you for being part of our journey!

FROM SLEIGH BELLS TO AI BRAKE SYSTEMS // When it comes to delivering billions of gifts on time, Santa Claus demands nothing but the best. This year, he’s upgrading his sleigh with EDAG’s AI-driven brake simulation technology—taking inspiration from the precision and performance seen in this year’s #DTM season. Here’s how we’re blending motorsport innovation with Christmas magic: 🎅 Advanced Simulations: Our AI-powered system masters complex physics like thermodynamics to guarantee smooth, safe braking—even on icy rooftops. 🎅 Unmatched Efficiency: What used to take days now happens in seconds, ensuring Santa’s sleigh is always ready for his demanding schedule. 🎅 Precision Reporting: Instant PDF reports provide the perfect setup for every sleigh ride. From racetracks to rooftops, EDAG’s innovations deliver unparalleled precision, speed, and safety. Curious how AI is reshaping brake systems? Watch the magic unfold! 🎥 Link to the video in the comments.

ELECTRIC DRIVES: SIMPLER YET MORE COMPLEX THAN YOU THINK // "An electric drivetrain is less complex than a combustion engine" – a frequently mentioned advantage of electromobility. But does this hold true when you consider the entire drivetrain system? The development of modern electrified drivetrains is a real challenge. From concept development to integrating complex interfaces – the demands have never been higher. In our latest blog post, Holger Martin, Head of EA Systems Design, dives into the key development tasks surrounding the electric drivetrain. Discover: ✅ Why the entire system might be more complex than it seems. ✅ The critical steps for sustainable and high-performing development. ✅ How EDAG supports OEMs, start-ups, and suppliers in overcoming these challenges. 👉 Read more and explore the solutions: https://ow.ly/bhLq50UpPea

THE EMC COMPETENCE CENTER OF THE EDAG GROUP // Before Santa delivers his presents, they could all go through a high-tech check at our new EMC Competence Center in Fulda. 🎅 Here’s how our modern facility could make Christmas even safer: ✨ NO DISRUPTIONS, ONLY JOY: Whether it’s glowing toys or GPS for the sleigh – we test the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) of all gifts to ensure they work perfectly together. ✨ TESTING WITHOUT LIMITS: From small gadgets to large vehicles – our absorber halls, shielded rooms, and amplifier systems are designed for products of all sizes and shapes. ✨ SOLVING PROBLEMS: If Santa’s workshop encounters any EMC challenges, our experts offer tailored solutions – from test planning to specific optimization suggestions. ✨ TESTED AND SAFE: With certifications according to DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025 and TISAX, we set the highest standards – for Christmas magic without technical surprises. Who would have thought Santa had such forward-thinking support? 🎁 Perhaps one day every gift will carry an "EDAG-tested" seal – for a magical, disruption-free Christmas! Learn more about how our EMC Competence Center ensures safe technology and magical moments – link in the comments. 👇

CAN SANTA PERFECT HIS SLEIGH RIDE IN A SIMULATOR // What if Santa decided to prep for Christmas Eve a bit differently this year? Instead of braving winter's worst, he brings his sleigh to our Zero Prototype Lab in Wolfsburg for a virtual test drive. 🛷 🌍 Simulating Santa’s Journey Across the Globe: Using the powerful DiM500 Simulator, Santa can experience his entire route in advance — from navigating icy winds over New York to landing on steep, snow-covered rooftops in Scandinavia. He can even practice steering through dense fog and unexpected snowstorms, all from the comfort of our state-of-the-art lab. ❄️ Fine-Tuning the Sleigh, No Elves Needed: Gone are the days of waiting for ideal weather to test the sleigh. At our lab, Santa can make real-time adjustments, optimizing his reindeer lineup, testing new landing techniques, and even fine-tuning the sleigh’s aerodynamics on the fly. The simulator's precision allows him to tweak every detail before the big night, ensuring a smooth ride without ever taking off. If we can help Santa perfect his sleigh, imagine the possibilities for your vehicle development. From motorsport to autonomous systems, our lab provides a new benchmark in precision testing and innovation. Curious to learn more about the Zero Prototype Lab? Check out the blog for all the details — link in the comments. 👇

INNOVATIONS IN VEHICLE INTERIORS // How can a vehicle's interior become a space that blends comfort, safety, and entertainment? Technological advancements offer automotive manufacturers new opportunities to enhance the user experience and redefine interior design. The latest innovations shaping this transformation include: ✨ Adaptive interior lighting that enhances both safety and passenger well-being 🎮 Advanced in-car entertainment systems designed to make long journeys more enjoyable 🗣️ Voice control and intelligent assistant technologies for a more intuitive and user-friendly driving experience 💡 Seamless connectivity and robust data protection to ensure a secure and uninterrupted digital ecosystem ❤️ Innovative wellness solutions focused on enhancing passenger comfort and health At EDAG Group, we are dedicated to supporting automotive manufacturers in integrating these cutting-edge innovations efficiently, redefining the vehicle interior as a true comfort zone. READ THE LATEST BLOG from Barbara Goldstein, Sales Manager Electrics/Electronics, to discover how these advancements are shaping the future of vehicle interiors and the next generation of mobility. 🔍 https://lnkd.in/exFAN3vZ

CAN RUDOLPH'S NOSE REALLY LIGHT UP SANTA'S WAY? // This holiday season, Santa had an important question: Is Rudolph’s red nose bright enough to light the way through the darkest nights, snowstorms, and thick fog? 🦌 To find out, he sent Rudolph straight to the EDAG Group cutting-edge Light Lab in Wolfsburg for a one-of-a-kind test. Using our state-of-the-art equipment, including a high-precision photogoniometer and robotic measuring system, we went beyond traditional sectional measurements and assessed the full brilliance of Rudolph’s nose — from light intensity to color distribution and luminance. 🌟 The result? A nose that can light up even the most challenging winter skies, guiding Santa’s sleigh through any weather with flawless precision. But it’s not just about Rudolph. Testing his nose demonstrated the potential of advanced lighting technology for the automotive industry and beyond. If his nose can lead the way through a snowstorm, imagine what these innovations can do for the future of lighting! 💡 For more about our Light Lab and the innovations shaping the future of lighting, check out our latest blog post. Link in the comments! 👇

VIRTUAL RACE PREPARATION AT THE HIGHEST LEVEL // What’s it like to drive your next GT3 car on the challenging Portimão circuit? The reigning Porsche Sportscup GT4 champion Niklas Klaus, recently had the chance to find out in the ZERO PROTOTYPE LAB of the EDAG Group – entirely through virtual simulation. Using new technologies like the worldwide unique DIM500 driving simulator with hyper dock, the GT3’s behavior was replicated under realistic conditions, enabling in-depth exploration of driving dynamics and vehicle setup variations. 🏁 A LAB DESIGNED TO PUSH MOTORSPORT FORWARD: 🏆 FOR DEVELOPMENT TEAMS: Virtually test vehicle concepts before physical prototypes are built. Reduce costs, accelerate timelines, and gain precise data for optimization. 🏆 FOR RACING TEAMS: Perfect setups tailored to specific drivers and tracks like Portimão. Virtual testing minimizes wear on physical components while maximizing preparation efficiency independent of racetrack availability. 🏆 FOR DRIVERS: Familiarize yourself with new vehicles and tracks, understand setup changes, and prepare effectively for upcoming challenges. Combining cutting-edge simulation technology with deep expertise, the Zero Prototype Lab provides a highly realistic environment where any scenario or track condition can be tested in detail. This creates an innovative foundation for the future of motorsport—efficient, safe, and sustainable. 👉 Take advantage of the Zero Prototype Lab to elevate your vehicles and performance to the next level! Read more in our blog: Zero Prototype Lab: https://lnkd.in/eNbkpQRQ

HO, HO, HIGH-TECH // Could the EDAG CityBot be the perfect Christmas Elf? Imagine this: Santa Claus has a new high-tech helper – the EDAG CityBot. 🎅 As a smart Christmas elf, it could do quite a lot: ✨ GIFT EXPRESS: Delivering packages emission-free and on time – the EDAG CityBot would be the perfect alternative to the traditional reindeer sleigh. ✨ GOODBYE SNOW: With a winter gear, it could quickly clear snow and ice from streets and roads. ✨ HELPING HANDS: Collecting wish lists, transporting toys, or gathering up and disposing of excess wrapping paper – the EDAG CityBot ensures the workshop stays clean and tidy. ✨ SUSTAINABILITY: Thanks to its eco-friendly drive, it could make Christmas logistics greener than ever before.  A great idea, right? Who knows – maybe one day this vision will become a reality, and the Christmas elves will have help from the future. 🎁

WORKING AT EDAG // Every day, we make impossible things possible – And this is how: We embrace change - driven by power 💡 Change is part of our DNA. We see it as both a challenge and an opportunity to grow, learn, and shape the future. Together, we innovate, develop new technologies, and set trends in engineering. We are a powerful movement 🏃♀️ Driven by our passion for mobility, industry and digitalisation, we push boundaries. We offer an environment where you can unlock your full potential, supported by a team that values respect, teamwork, and mutual growth. We are honest and clear 🤝 Integrity and clarity guide all our actions. We encourage a corporate culture of constructive feedback, based on respect and transparency. We lead you into the future of mobility and industry 🚀 With our expertise, curiosity, and thirst for knowledge, we lead the way in digital transformation across industries.