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Description 7 Manufacturers 88 Products
Transtron Inc.
SHINDENGEN ELECTRIC MANUFACTURING CO., LTD.
Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
First International Computer Inc
Embed Ltd.
DENSO TEN Limited
Bosch Mobility

7 Automotive ECU Manufacturers in 2024

This section provides an overview for automotive ecus as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 7 automotive ecu manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked automotive ecu companies as of December, 2024: 1.DENSO TEN Limited, 2.Bosch Mobility, 3.SHINDENGEN ELECTRIC MANUFACTURING CO., LTD..

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What Is an Automotive ECU?

An automotive ECU, or Electronic Control Unit, is a device that electronically controls various functions of an automobile. Initially developed for engine control to meet emission regulations, ECUs have evolved to manage multiple systems like the transmission, brakes, power steering, and airbags. Modern vehicles can have between 50 and 100 ECUs installed.

Uses of Automotive ECUs

Automotive ECUs are used for a variety of applications, each tailored to specific vehicle functions, including:

  • Engine Control: Manage fuel injection and ignition timing.
  • Hybrid Control: Optimize the use of the engine and motor in hybrid vehicles.
  • Transmission Control: Facilitate gear shifting in vehicles with multiple gear ratios.
  • Power Steering Control: Assist in steering by reducing the force needed to turn the steering wheel.
  • Airbags: Deploy airbags based on the impact level in a collision.
  • Advanced Driver Assistance System: Support functions like collision damage reduction braking, distance control, and software updates via wireless communication.

Principle of Automotive ECUs

Automotive ECUs interact with various sensors using on-off signals, analog signals, and serial communications like CAN (Controller Area Network), LIN (Local Interconnect Network), and SENT (Single Edge Nibble Transmission).

  • CAN: Reduces the need for extensive wiring by allowing multiple ECUs to share information through a few harnesses. It uses a CSMA/CA mechanism to manage data priority and avoid collisions.
  • LIN: Suitable for body control systems where high-speed communication isn't necessary, using a master-slave system for data transmission.
  • SENT: Handles high-precision analog signals and is faster than LIN, used in applications like electric power steering and engine control.

Structure of Automotive ECUs

Automotive ECUs are composed of a microcontroller, peripheral devices, and communication modules. Signals from various sensors, such as cameras, millimeter-wave radar, ultrasonic sensors, and LiDAR, are processed by the ECU, which then sends appropriate commands to the vehicle's actuators.

List of 7 Automotive ECU Manufacturers

*Including some distributors, etc.

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    • Transtron Inc.
      • Japan Address: NMF Shin-Yokohama Building, 2-15-16 Shin-Yokohama, Kouhoku-ku,Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa, Japan

      Manufacturer Overview

      Transtron Inc. is a manufacturer of control units and in-vehicle information systems headquartered in Yokohama, Japan and established in 1990 as a joint venture between Fujitsu Limited and Isuzu Motors Limited. The company’s products are used for controlling vehicle functions, logging performance data, and supporting in-vehicle features such as navigation or safety diagnostics. It also offers vehicle networking systems that can connect vehicles either with each other or external networks, and sensors that can detect vehicle height or acceleration. The company serves clients in the industrial, transportation, and automotive sectors.

    • SHINDENGEN ELECTRIC MANUFACTURING CO., LTD.

      • SHINDENGEN ELECTRIC MANUFACTURING CO., LTD.
        ECUs

      • Japan Address: New-Ohtemachi Bldg., 2-1 Ohtemachi 2-chome, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan

      Manufacturer Overview

      SHINDENGEN ELECTRIC MANUFACTURING CO., LTD. (SEM) is a Japanese manufacturer of semiconductors and power system products that was established in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo in 1949. The company primarily produces power management electronics such as engine control units (ECUs) and DC/DC converters, charge infrastructure products including inverters and power conditioners, and semiconductor models such as thyristors and MOSFETS. SEM products are used in various high-tech applications, including in telecommunications base stations and electric vehicles. The company serves clients in automotives, home appliances, telecommunications, and energy production.

    • DENSO TEN Limited
      • Japan Address: 2-28, Gosho-dori 1-chome, Hyogo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, Japan

      Manufacturer Overview

      DENSO TEN Limited, founded in 1972 and headquartered in Kobe, Hyogo, Japan, is a manufacturer and supplier of car audio systems. The company's product range includes video playback and recording devices, advanced navigation units, comprehensive control systems, and safety-enhancing technologies. These products are ideal in advanced in-car entertainment, navigational accuracy, and seamless vehicle controls. The company primarily serves the automotive, entertainment, safety, and technology sectors. Beyond its main manufacturing, it also engages in research and development, global market expansion, environmental conservation initiatives, and social welfare contributions.

    • Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
      • Japan Address: 10-1 Higashikotari 1-chome, Nagaokakyo-shi, Kyoto, Japan

      Manufacturer Overview

      Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. (Murata Manufacturing) was founded in 1944 and is headquartered in Nagaokakyo, Japan. Murata Manufacturing designs, manufactures, and sells ceramic-based passive electronic components and solutions globally. The company operates through components, modules, and others segments, serving communications, mobility, industrial, healthcare, and personal electronics customers. They company's product offerings include noise suppression products, quartz devices,RFID devices, phase shifters, and wireless connectivity platforms. Services such as webinars and video library are also available for existing and potential customers alike.

    • Embed Ltd.
      • United Kingdom Address: Viscount Centre D, Millburn Hill Road, University of Warwick Science Park, Coventry, CV4 7HS, United Kingdom

      Manufacturer Overview

      Embed Ltd., founded in 2005 and headquartered in Coventry, United Kingdom, is a developer and manufacturer of automotive embedded software and electronic products. The company, an authorized partner of STMicroelectronics, provides automotive embedded systems, UDS cyber-secure bootloaders, electronic control units (ECUs), and controllers. It also designs and develops the sound drivers, touch panels, screen interface programming, and network connections that are required to make embedded GUIs. The company designs a complete automotive SPICE and ISO-26262 development process. Clients can then decide to handle the entire development process or seek the company's manufacturing and consultancy services.

    • First International Computer Inc

      • First International Computer Inc
        ECU

      • Taiwan Address: 8F, No.300, Yang Guang St., NeiHu, Taipei, Taiwan

      Company Overview

      First International Computer Inc, established in 1979 by Dr. Ming-J Chien & Mrs. Charlene Wong in Taipei, Taiwan, is a manufacturer and supplier of automotive electronics and smart building automation solutions. The company's product range includes Smart Traffic systems, Smart Building automation, Smart Farming tools, Smart Energy solutions, and Solar Energy services. These products are used in urban planning and the automotive sector. Industries such as transportation, energy, and automotive benefit from these solutions. In addition to its product offerings, the company provides services in engineering, system integration, supply chain management, and electronic manufacturing.

Automotive ECU Manufacturer Ranking

*Including some distributors, etc.

Derivation Method

The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the automotive ecu page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.

Number of Employees

  1. Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.: 77,581
  2. DENSO TEN Limited: 9,953
  3. SHINDENGEN ELECTRIC MANUFACTURING CO., LTD.: 5,268

Newly Established Company

  1. Transtron Inc.: 1990 (34 years ago)
  2. SHINDENGEN ELECTRIC MANUFACTURING CO., LTD.: 1949 (75 years ago)
  3. Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.: 1944 (80 years ago)

Company with a History

  1. Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.: 1944 (80 years ago)
  2. SHINDENGEN ELECTRIC MANUFACTURING CO., LTD.: 1949 (75 years ago)
  3. Transtron Inc.: 1990 (34 years ago)

Global Distribution of Automotive ECU Manufacturers by Country

*Including some distributors, etc.

Country Number of Companies Share (%)
Japan Japan 4 57.1%
United Kingdom United Kingdom 1 14.3%
Taiwan Taiwan 1 14.3%
Germany Germany 1 14.3%

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List of Automotive ECU Products

88 products found

88 products

In -vehicle Palstrans VERS1160B-SAGAMI ELEC CO., LTD.

SAGAMI ELEC CO., LTD.

In -vehicle Palstrans VERS1160B

310+ people viewing

Last viewed: 2 hours ago

■ Overview The VERS1160B is a high -powered voltage and high -bonded signal transmission pulstrance. Ideal when the height of the product is low, i...


Control equipment ECU-Sawafuji Electric Co., Ltd.

Sawafuji Electric Co., Ltd.

Control equipment ECU

380+ people viewing

Last viewed: 10 hours ago

Fast Response

Response Rate
100.0 %
Response Time
8.0 hours

Highly reliable for installation in commercial vehicles Compatible with both 12V/24V power supplies

4 models listed

Transfer controller ECU-Control equipment ECU
AMT-ECU-Control equipment ECU
Vehicle control ECU-Control equipment ECU
HV-ECU-Control equipment ECU

BOLT ON TURBO SYSTEM HA36S-Blitz Co., Ltd.

Blitz Co., Ltd.

BOLT ON TURBO SYSTEM HA36S

60+ people viewing

Last viewed: 3 minutes ago

Response Rate
100.0 %
Response Time
35.8 hours

■Features ・A vehicle-specific turbocharger that can be installed by simply replacing the genuine turbine with the goal of increasing boost +α. ・F...

Price (without tax)

$ 1,105.00

BOLT ON TURBO SYSTEM JB64W-Blitz Co., Ltd.

Blitz Co., Ltd.

BOLT ON TURBO SYSTEM JB64W

60+ people viewing

Last viewed: 10 hours ago

Response Rate
100.0 %
Response Time
35.8 hours

■Features ・A vehicle-specific turbocharger that can be installed by simply replacing the genuine turbine with the goal of increasing boost +α. ・T...

Price (without tax)

$ 1,105.00

BOLT ON TURBO SYSTEM U/G SET JB64W-Blitz Co., Ltd.

Blitz Co., Ltd.

BOLT ON TURBO SYSTEM U/G SET JB64W

90+ people viewing

Last viewed: 10 hours ago

Response Rate
100.0 %
Response Time
35.8 hours

■Features ・A vehicle-specific turbocharger that can be installed by simply replacing the genuine turbine with the goal of increasing boost +α. ・T...

Price (without tax)

$ 1,235.00

Power Thro is a throttle controller that controls response and power at the same time and increases power.-Blitz Co., Ltd.

Blitz Co., Ltd.

Power Thro is a throttle controller that controls response and power at the same time and increases power.

440+ people viewing

Last viewed: 1 hour ago

Response Rate
100.0 %
Response Time
35.8 hours

■Features ・In addition to the "throttle control" function that allows you to freely control the accelerator response, the next-generation electron...

10 models listed

Power Thro BPT00-Power Thro is a throttle controller that controls response and power at the same time and increases power.
Power Thro BPT01-Power Thro is a throttle controller that controls response and power at the same time and increases power.
Power Thro BPT02-Power Thro is a throttle controller that controls response and power at the same time and increases power.
Power Thro BPT03-Power Thro is a throttle controller that controls response and power at the same time and increases power.
Power Thro BPT04-Power Thro is a throttle controller that controls response and power at the same time and increases power.
Power Thro BPT05-Power Thro is a throttle controller that controls response and power at the same time and increases power.

Price (without tax)

$ 351.00 〜

BOLT ON TURBO SYSTEM ECU SET JB64W-Blitz Co., Ltd.

Blitz Co., Ltd.

BOLT ON TURBO SYSTEM ECU SET JB64W

60+ people viewing

Last viewed: 10 hours ago

Response Rate
100.0 %
Response Time
35.8 hours

■Features ・A vehicle-specific turbocharger that can be installed by simply replacing the genuine turbine with the goal of increasing boost +α. ・T...

Price (without tax)

$ 1,430.00

“Power-up throttle controller” Model for NA and hybrid vehicles Power Thro NA-Blitz Co., Ltd.

Blitz Co., Ltd.

“Power-up throttle controller” Model for NA and hybrid vehicles Power Thro NA

350+ people viewing

Last viewed: 2 hours ago

Response Rate
100.0 %
Response Time
35.8 hours

■Features ・In addition to the "throttle control" function that allows you to freely control the accelerator response, the next-generation electron...

9 models listed

Power Thro NA BPTN00-“Power-up throttle controller” Model for NA and hybrid vehicles Power Thro NA
Power Thro NA BPTN01-“Power-up throttle controller” Model for NA and hybrid vehicles Power Thro NA
Power Thro NA BPTN02-“Power-up throttle controller” Model for NA and hybrid vehicles Power Thro NA
Power Thro NA BPTN03-“Power-up throttle controller” Model for NA and hybrid vehicles Power Thro NA
Power Thro NA BPTN04-“Power-up throttle controller” Model for NA and hybrid vehicles Power Thro NA
Power Thro NA BPTN05-“Power-up throttle controller” Model for NA and hybrid vehicles Power Thro NA

Price (without tax)

$ 344.50 〜

Thro Con is an evolution of the throttle controller that fully controls the electronic throttle and freely controls acceleration.-Blitz Co., Ltd.

Blitz Co., Ltd.

Thro Con is an evolution of the throttle controller that fully controls the electronic throttle and freely controls acceleration.

300+ people viewing

Last viewed: 10 hours ago

Response Rate
100.0 %
Response Time
35.8 hours

■Features ・A controller that can freely control the accelerator response of vehicles equipped with electronically controlled throttles. Blitz's un...

10 models listed

THROCON BTSA1-Thro Con is an evolution of the throttle controller that fully controls the electronic throttle and freely controls acceleration.
THROCON BTSB1-Thro Con is an evolution of the throttle controller that fully controls the electronic throttle and freely controls acceleration.
THROCON BTSB2-Thro Con is an evolution of the throttle controller that fully controls the electronic throttle and freely controls acceleration.
THROCON BTSB3-Thro Con is an evolution of the throttle controller that fully controls the electronic throttle and freely controls acceleration.
THROCON BTSC1-Thro Con is an evolution of the throttle controller that fully controls the electronic throttle and freely controls acceleration.
THROCON BTSC2-Thro Con is an evolution of the throttle controller that fully controls the electronic throttle and freely controls acceleration.

Price (without tax)

$ 279.50 〜

More compact and smarter. Throttle controller Sma Thro that can be installed discreetly-Blitz Co., Ltd.

Blitz Co., Ltd.

More compact and smarter. Throttle controller Sma Thro that can be installed discreetly

260+ people viewing

Last viewed: 2 hours ago

Response Rate
100.0 %
Response Time
35.8 hours

■Features - The newly developed ON/OFF switch can be installed in up to 3 ways. In addition to the switch itself and the adapter installed, some ma...

10 models listed

SMA THRO BSSA1-More compact and smarter. Throttle controller Sma Thro that can be installed discreetly
SMA THRO BSSB1-More compact and smarter. Throttle controller Sma Thro that can be installed discreetly
SMA THRO BSSB2-More compact and smarter. Throttle controller Sma Thro that can be installed discreetly
SMA THRO BSSB3-More compact and smarter. Throttle controller Sma Thro that can be installed discreetly
SMA THRO BSSC1-More compact and smarter. Throttle controller Sma Thro that can be installed discreetly
SMA THRO BSSC2-More compact and smarter. Throttle controller Sma Thro that can be installed discreetly

Price (without tax)

$ 136.50 〜

Throttle controller e THRO CON equipped with a dedicated ratio for electric vehicles, e-POWER, and PHV-Blitz Co., Ltd.

Blitz Co., Ltd.

Throttle controller e THRO CON equipped with a dedicated ratio for electric vehicles, e-POWER, and PHV

Automotive & Transport Use

160+ people viewing

Last viewed: 10 hours ago

Response Rate
100.0 %
Response Time
35.8 hours

■Features ・A dedicated model for electric vehicles, Nissan e-POWER, and plug-in hybrid vehicles with "Thro Con" that allows you to freely control ...

5 models listed

E THRO CON BTEB1 -EV model--Throttle controller e THRO CON equipped with a dedicated ratio for electric vehicles, e-POWER, and PHV
E THRO CON BTEG1 -EV model--Throttle controller e THRO CON equipped with a dedicated ratio for electric vehicles, e-POWER, and PHV
E THRO CON BTEG2 -EV model--Throttle controller e THRO CON equipped with a dedicated ratio for electric vehicles, e-POWER, and PHV
E THRO CON BTEJ1 -EV model--Throttle controller e THRO CON equipped with a dedicated ratio for electric vehicles, e-POWER, and PHV
E THRO CON ATEM1 -EV model--Throttle controller e THRO CON equipped with a dedicated ratio for electric vehicles, e-POWER, and PHV

Price (without tax)

$ 279.50 〜

Reliably power up with coupler-on Power Con-Blitz Co., Ltd.

Blitz Co., Ltd.

Reliably power up with coupler-on Power Con

300+ people viewing

Last viewed: 9 hours ago

Response Rate
100.0 %
Response Time
35.8 hours

■Features ・By optimally controlling the boost pressure of turbo cars, smooth boost and power increases are achieved. ・By making settings for each...

10 models listed

Power Con BPC00-Reliably power up with coupler-on Power Con
Power Con BPC01-Reliably power up with coupler-on Power Con
Power Con BPC02-Reliably power up with coupler-on Power Con
Power Con BPC03-Reliably power up with coupler-on Power Con
Power Con BPC04-Reliably power up with coupler-on Power Con
Power Con BPC05-Reliably power up with coupler-on Power Con

Price (without tax)

$ 234.00 〜

Power up NA cars and hybrid cars with coupler on Power Con NA-Blitz Co., Ltd.

Blitz Co., Ltd.

Power up NA cars and hybrid cars with coupler on Power Con NA

230+ people viewing

Last viewed: 10 hours ago

Response Rate
100.0 %
Response Time
35.8 hours

■Features ・Achieves power increase by optimally controlling the air flow sensor of NA and hybrid vehicles. - By controlling the airflow sensor wit...

7 models listed

Power Con NA BPCN00-Power up NA cars and hybrid cars with coupler on Power Con NA
Power Con NA BPCN01-Power up NA cars and hybrid cars with coupler on Power Con NA
Power Con NA BPCN02-Power up NA cars and hybrid cars with coupler on Power Con NA
Power Con NA BPCN03-Power up NA cars and hybrid cars with coupler on Power Con NA
Power Con NA BPCN05-Power up NA cars and hybrid cars with coupler on Power Con NA
Power Con NA BPCN06-Power up NA cars and hybrid cars with coupler on Power Con NA

Price (without tax)

$ 136.50 〜

BLITZ TUNING ECU, a tuning computer that maximizes vehicle performance-Blitz Co., Ltd.

Blitz Co., Ltd.

BLITZ TUNING ECU, a tuning computer that maximizes vehicle performance

70+ people viewing

Last viewed: 10 hours ago

Response Rate
100.0 %
Response Time
35.8 hours

■Features ・"BLITZ TUNING ECU" maximizes the vehicle's performance by rewriting the genuine computer (ECU) data with BLITZ original tuning data. ・...


Speed ​​Jumper, a special speed limiter cut for each vehicle model that maximizes the vehicle's original performance-Blitz Co., Ltd.

Blitz Co., Ltd.

Speed ​​Jumper, a special speed limiter cut for each vehicle model that maximizes the vehicle's original performance

90+ people viewing

Last viewed: 10 hours ago

Response Rate
100.0 %
Response Time
35.8 hours

■Features ・Speed ​​Jumper cuts the speed limiter that limits domestic cars to 180 km/h (140 km/h for domestic light cars). ・It is possible to bri...


Idling Stop Jumper works in conjunction with engine start and cancels the idling stop function-Blitz Co., Ltd.

Blitz Co., Ltd.

Idling Stop Jumper works in conjunction with engine start and cancels the idling stop function

100+ people viewing

Last viewed: 8 hours ago

Response Rate
100.0 %
Response Time
35.8 hours

■Features ・"Idling Stop Jumper" automatically controls the idling stop cancel function by installing it on compatible vehicle models. -Easy instal...

4 models listed

Idling stop jumper Type-1-Idling Stop Jumper works in conjunction with engine start and cancels the idling stop function
Idling stop jumper Type-2-Idling Stop Jumper works in conjunction with engine start and cancels the idling stop function
Idling stop jumper Type-3-Idling Stop Jumper works in conjunction with engine start and cancels the idling stop function
Idling stop jumper Type-4-Idling Stop Jumper works in conjunction with engine start and cancels the idling stop function

Price (without tax)

$ 50.70 〜

Brake Hold Jumper that can activate the brake hold function in conjunction with seatbelt attachment and detachment.-Blitz Co., Ltd.

Blitz Co., Ltd.

Brake Hold Jumper that can activate the brake hold function in conjunction with seatbelt attachment and detachment.

250+ people viewing

Last viewed: 16 hours ago

Response Rate
100.0 %
Response Time
35.8 hours

■Features - "Brake hold jumper" that can automatically turn on/off the brake hold function that maintains the stopped state without stepping on the...

10 models listed

Brake hold jumper LEXUS NX/RX-Brake Hold Jumper that can activate the brake hold function in conjunction with seatbelt attachment and detachment.
Brake hold jumper C-HR-Brake Hold Jumper that can activate the brake hold function in conjunction with seatbelt attachment and detachment.
Brake hold jumper Alphard/Vellfire (30 series)-Brake Hold Jumper that can activate the brake hold function in conjunction with seatbelt attachment and detachment.
Brake Hold Jumper Serena (27 series) / Days / Lukes / Outlander PHEV / eK Cross etc.-Brake Hold Jumper that can activate the brake hold function in conjunction with seatbelt attachment and detachment.
Brake hold jumper CX-5-Brake Hold Jumper that can activate the brake hold function in conjunction with seatbelt attachment and detachment.
Brake hold jumper LEXUS LC-Brake Hold Jumper that can activate the brake hold function in conjunction with seatbelt attachment and detachment.

Price (without tax)

$ 74.75 〜

BOLT ON TURBO SYSTEM ECU SET HA36S-Blitz Co., Ltd.

Blitz Co., Ltd.

BOLT ON TURBO SYSTEM ECU SET HA36S

110+ people viewing

Last viewed: 10 hours ago

Response Rate
100.0 %
Response Time
35.8 hours

■Features ・A vehicle-specific turbocharger that can be installed by simply replacing the genuine turbine with the goal of increasing boost +α. ・F...

Price (without tax)

$ 1,300.00

BOLT ON TURBO SYSTEM ECU U/G SET HA36S-Blitz Co., Ltd.

Blitz Co., Ltd.

BOLT ON TURBO SYSTEM ECU U/G SET HA36S

60+ people viewing

Last viewed: 10 hours ago

Response Rate
100.0 %
Response Time
35.8 hours

■Features ・A vehicle-specific turbocharger that can be installed by simply replacing the genuine turbine with the goal of increasing boost +α. ・F...

Price (without tax)

$ 1,105.00







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