Quectel Wireless Solutions Showcases Automotive-Grade Innovations at MWC Barcelona
Quectel Wireless Solutions, a global end-to-end IoT solutions provider, is presenting its latest automotive-grade mmWave radar technologies and digital key innovations at MWC Barcelona in Spain, reinforcing its commitment to enabling safer, smarter and more connected vehicles. At the internationally recognized mobile technology exhibition, the company is demonstrating how advanced radar sensing, secure digital access systems and high-performance connectivity platforms are converging to shape the next generation of intelligent mobility. Through a comprehensive portfolio that spans radar applications, smart digital keys and telematics control systems, Quectel highlights its dedication to automotive-grade quality standards, compact engineering design, flexible integration capabilities and global OEM program support. The showcase reflects the company’s strategic focus on combining precision sensing technologies with secure vehicle access solutions to accelerate intelligent vehicle development across worldwide markets.
Strengthening Automotive Safety Through mmWave Radar Technology
At the core of Quectel’s exhibition is its expanding portfolio of mmWave radar solutions designed to enhance driver awareness, reduce collision risks and improve vehicle convenience features. These radar systems operate with high-frequency precision and advanced signal processing algorithms, enabling accurate object detection, gesture recognition and environmental awareness in diverse real-world conditions. The showcased solutions address multiple automotive use cases, including tailgate kick-to-open functionality, forward collision warning and blind spot detection systems. Each solution is engineered to meet stringent automotive standards, including AEC-Q compliance, ensuring durability, reliability and long-term operational stability in harsh vehicle environments. By leveraging mmWave radar technology, Quectel enables automakers to integrate intelligent sensing capabilities without compromising compact form factors or system efficiency, making the solutions ideal for both passenger vehicles and two-wheelers.
Executive Perspective on Innovation and OEM Collaboration
Min Wang, General Manager of the Automotive Business Unit at Quectel Wireless Solutions, emphasized that presenting the company’s mmWave radar and digital key portfolio at MWC Barcelona underscores its role in advancing safer driving experiences, smarter vehicle access mechanisms and connected mobility ecosystems worldwide. He noted that global automotive OEMs increasingly demand integrated solutions that combine precision sensing, secure connectivity and automotive-grade reliability. The live demonstrations at the exhibition serve as practical validation of Quectel’s technological readiness and its long-term commitment to supporting OEM development programs across different regulatory and regional landscapes. By aligning its product strategy with the evolving expectations of global automakers, Quectel continues to strengthen its position as a trusted technology partner within the automotive value chain.
Advanced 5G Telematics Control Unit Demonstration
In addition to radar and digital key systems, attendees at the event can experience a live demonstration of an advanced 5G telematics control unit solution developed in collaboration with Harman. The low-cost, high-reliability 5G Release 16 platform is engineered to meet global automotive requirements while delivering seamless connectivity and compliance across regions. The system supports Voice over LTE (VoLTE), Voice over New Radio (VoNR), Circuit Switched eCall (CS eCall) and Next Generation eCall (NG-eCall), ensuring adherence to emergency communication standards in multiple jurisdictions. High-precision positioning is achieved through multi-frequency GNSS combined with inertial navigation systems, enabling accurate vehicle tracking and navigation performance. Low-power sleep and wake-up capabilities allow remote vehicle access even after extended parking durations, enhancing convenience while maintaining energy efficiency. The platform supports both 5G Standalone (SA) and Non-Standalone (NSA) networking architectures and integrates hypervisor-based virtualization alongside container-based software isolation to ensure cybersecurity, stability and robust system performance. Compliance with IATF 16949 automotive quality management standards further demonstrates readiness for global OEM deployment.
AP001 Smart Digital Key with BLE and UWB Integration
Quectel’s AP001 smart digital key solution represents a fully integrated standalone unit that combines Bluetooth Low Energy and Ultra-Wideband technologies within a single compact module. Designed to function independently or within multi-node configurations, the AP001 provides automakers with flexible deployment options across vehicle platforms. The solution adheres to strict automotive-grade requirements, including environmental durability, mechanical resilience, ingress protection and electromagnetic compatibility standards. Supporting the BLE 6.0 protocol, the module enables dual-mode positioning using Channel Sounding and RSSI methodologies, ensuring reliable proximity detection and secure access control. In addition, UWB Channel 5 and Channel 9 support time-of-flight-based positioning, significantly improving location accuracy and reducing the risk of relay attacks. This integration of BLE convenience with UWB precision enhances both security and user experience, enabling passive entry, passive start and advanced vehicle access personalization features.
AP002 NFC-Based Smart Key Solution
Complementing the AP001 is the AP002 smart key solution, specifically designed for NFC card-based vehicle access applications. The AP002 enables vehicle unlocking, locking and engine start operations using certified NFC cards, offering an alternative access method suitable for shared mobility, fleet management and backup key scenarios. Engineered according to automotive-grade environmental, mechanical and EMC standards, the solution ensures durability and reliability within in-vehicle complete unit configurations. The integrated NFC reader controller meets CCC Digital Key requirements and complies with NFC Forum certification standards. It supports ISO/IEC 14443-A and ISO/IEC 14443-B communication protocols and is compatible with multiple card types, allowing automakers to deploy versatile and secure card-based access systems across various vehicle models and markets.
AM100AA-AT Tailgate Kick-to-Open mmWave Radar
One of the standout convenience features presented at MWC Barcelona is the AM100AA-AT Tailgate Kick-to-Open mmWave radar solution. Designed to enable intuitive, hands-free trunk access, the system detects foot-based gestures such as kicking, stepping and sweeping beneath the rear bumper. The radar module delivers robust gesture recognition performance with a low false trigger rate, ensuring reliable operation in everyday use. Its advanced sensing capability allows consistent functionality in challenging environmental conditions, including rain, smoke, dust, leaves and debris, which often interfere with alternative sensor technologies. The solution supports diverse gesture triggers and maintains stable performance regardless of lighting conditions, offering an all-weather access system that enhances driver convenience while maintaining system reliability and safety.
77GHz Forward Collision Warning Radar System
Operating within the 77GHz frequency band, Quectel’s Forward Collision Warning radar solution provides high-performance object detection and tracking for both passenger vehicles and two-wheelers. The system supports Forward Collision Warning and Adaptive Cruise Control functionalities, enabling proactive safety interventions and enhanced driving assistance capabilities. With a detection range exceeding 220 meters for passenger vehicles, the radar delivers long-distance situational awareness essential for highway and high-speed driving scenarios. The ability to simultaneously track up to 40 dynamic targets ensures comprehensive environmental monitoring, allowing the vehicle to assess multiple moving objects in real time. This level of detection accuracy and target discrimination contributes to improved collision avoidance strategies and supports the broader adoption of advanced driver assistance systems across vehicle segments.
77GHz Blind Spot Detection and Lane Safety Solutions
Quectel’s 77GHz Blind Spot Detection radar solution further expands its safety portfolio by addressing lateral and rearward vehicle monitoring requirements. Designed for both passenger vehicles and two-wheelers, the system supports Blind Spot Detection, Lane Change Warning and Rear Collision Warning applications. For passenger vehicles, the radar offers a detection range of 0 to 100 meters, while two-wheeler applications benefit from a range of 0 to 60 meters. The system can track up to 20 dynamic targets simultaneously, ensuring reliable monitoring of adjacent lanes and rear traffic conditions. High-accuracy sensing and rapid data processing enable timely alerts to drivers, reducing the likelihood of side-impact collisions and unsafe lane changes. By integrating this radar solution into vehicle safety architectures, automakers can enhance compliance with evolving safety regulations while improving overall driver confidence and road safety outcomes.
Commitment to Automotive-Grade Quality and Global Integration
Across its entire radar, digital key and telematics portfolio, Quectel underscores its commitment to automotive-grade compliance, including AEC-Q qualification and IATF 16949 standards. The company’s focus on high robustness, compact hardware design and modular integration capabilities ensures compatibility with diverse vehicle platforms and electronic architectures. Flexible integration options support both centralized and distributed automotive electronics systems, aligning with industry trends toward domain controllers and software-defined vehicle frameworks.
By combining advanced mmWave sensing, secure digital access technologies and high-speed 5G connectivity, Quectel is actively contributing to the evolution of intelligent mobility ecosystems. The company’s presence at MWC Barcelona demonstrates not only its technological depth but also its readiness to collaborate with global OEMs in delivering safer, more convenient and more connected vehicles for future transportation landscapes.
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