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The birth of Automotive Ethernet (2008 - 2012)

The start of Automotive Ethernet

First implementation at a major German OEM, which reduced ECU flashing time from 18 hours to just 15 minutes.
2008

Bridging traditional and ethernet networks

Launch of the first BroadR-Reach to Ethernet converter (Technica Media Converter), enabling Ethernet communication in vehicles.
2010

Standardizing Automotive Ethernet

Pioneered early 100BASE-T1 interoperability tests, ensuring stable Ethernet across OEMs.
2012

Evolution towards high-speed networks (2013 - 2018)

First Automotive Ethernet TAPs

Introduced real-time network diagnostics for in-vehicle communication systems.
2012

1000BASE-T1 Introduction

First Gigabit Ethernet converter, enabling high-speed data transmission for automotive applications.
2012

Logging and Security Advances

Release of the Ethernet Logging Capture Module for real-time traffic analysis.First MACsec demo for in-vehicle network security.
2012

Secure and scalable E/E architectures  (2019- 2023)

Zonal Architectures & AI-Powered Security

Launched first zonal platforms and introduced ASA ML, an AI-based automotive security solution.
2020

1000BASE-T1 Switch with AVB/TSN

Enabled synchronized, low-latency communication for safety-critical applications.
2021

First Secure MACsec Switch

Delivered end-to-end encryption for automotive Ethernet networks.
2023

The future of automotive networking  (today & beyond)

Software-Defined Vehicle Networks

Focus on cybersecurity testing, real-time validation, and next-generation E/E architectures.
2024

Technica Remains One Step Ahead

Leading advancements in 2.5G / 5G / 10G Ethernet, AI-based security, and automotive cloud integration.
2025+

Our rich and vibrant history makes us thought leaders in shaping the future of automotive technology.

WE ARE

The pioneers of
automotive ethernet

The pioneers of
SOME/IP

The developers and maintainers of MACsec for automotive

Currently integrating modern digital key solutions

Currently redefining dataconfiguration models
for the network

Currently developing a new IP for print-ready E/E architecture

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At Technica Engineering, we design and validate the electrical and electronic systems that power the vehicles of today and tomorrow. Trusted by global OEMs and Tier suppliers, we combine cutting-edge hardware and software with deep expertise in E/E architecture, automotive security, and communication networks.
As pioneers of Automotive Ethernet and innovators in leading concepts such as zonal architecture and TSN, we provide an end-to-end approach ,  seamlessly covering every step from concept and system design to integration, testing, and validation. Our mission: to reduce complexity, accelerate development, and make mobility safer and smarter for all.
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