Key Points
• The increasing complexity of vehicle
electronics has led to heavy, complicated
wiring harnesses, impacting vehicle
performance and manufacturing efficiency.
• Zonal architecture divides vehicles into
zones based on physical location, reducing
cable lengths and simplifying harness design
for improved modularity and efficiency.
• New technologies like 5G, C-V2X
communication, and advanced driver
assistance systems are transforming vehicles
into mobile data centers requiring high-
speed computing.
• The shift towards standardized zonal
architecture and connectors enables greater
automation in harness manufacturing,
aligning with Industry 5.0 principles of
human-robot collaboration.
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Zonal Architecture: Delivering New Standards of Connectivity for Automotive and Beyond
