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System Solution Guides for Automotive Solutions

Automotive applications include EV and hybrid powertrain systems, on-board charger (OBC), advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), advanced LED lighting, zonal architecture solutions, DC-DC converters and electronics for vehicle auxiliary systems. Explore our System Solution Guides to gain deeper insight into these automotive applications and their underlying system requirements.

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On-board Charger (OBC)

On-board Charger (OBC)

For EVs and plug-in hybrids, on-board chargers enable convenient recharging of high-voltage batteries from home and public AC charging points. They support everyday charging needs and connect vehicles to grid infrastructure.

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Traction Inverter solutions by onsemi

Traction Inverter

Traction inverters convert DC battery power into AC motor drive power inside electric vehicles, enabling precise control of speed, torque and power delivery. They are central to vehicle acceleration, efficiency, regenerative braking and overall driving performance.

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Zonal Architecture

Automotive zonal architecture simplifies vehicle design by organizing power and functions into zones. It reduces wiring complexity, improves scalability, supports software-defined vehicles and enables more efficient, safer in-vehicle communication.

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EV Auxiliary Systems

Powering non-traction vehicle functions such as thermal management, comfort, safety and body electronics, EV auxiliary systems play a critical role in overall efficiency, reliability and vehicle range optimization.

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Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS)

Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS)

Through advanced perception, monitoring and automated assistance, ADAS enhances vehicle safety and driver awareness. It helps drivers detect hazards, avoid potential collisions and make better decisions in low-visibility and complex road conditions.

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Advanced Front and Rear LED Lighting

Advanced Front and Rear LED Lighting

With adaptive illumination and signaling, advanced front and rear LED lighting enhances visibility, safety and vehicle styling. It supports smarter road lighting while helping create a more distinctive vehicle identity.

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48V DC-DC Converter

48V DC-DC Converter

48V-12V DC-DC converters connect different vehicle voltage domains, enabling modern and legacy electrical systems to operate seamlessly within the same platform. They play a key role in efficient power distribution, supporting reliable energy transfer across electrified vehicle architectures.

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48V Powernet Trends

48V Powernet Trends

By enabling higher-power functions with less wiring and lower losses, 48V powernet architectures drive more efficient vehicle electrification. They help modern vehicles manage increasing electrical loads with greater effectiveness.

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48V Starter Generator

48V Starter Generator

With start-stop operation, energy recovery and electric boost, 48V starter generators strengthen the performance of mild hybrid vehicles. They improve fuel efficiency, emissions performance and overall drivability in hybrid powertrains.

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Frequently Asked Questions

onsemi supports EV powertrains, EV auxiliary systems, ADAS, LED lighting, 48V architectures, DC‑DC converters, and starter generators, enabling electrification, safety, and connectivity in modern vehicles.

EV auxiliary systems include battery management, HVAC (PTC heaters, compressors), thermal cooling/heating, pumps, and actuators that improve vehicle efficiency, comfort, and safety.

They help engineers visualize system architecture, identify key components, and understand signal and power flows.

They offer modular architectures that can be adapted across vehicle platforms and different performance levels.

ADAS systems combine cameras (image sensors) and ultrasonic sensing to detect surroundings and support decision-making.

Advanced LED lighting includes adaptive headlamps, high-resolution pixel lighting, and dynamic rear lighting that improve visibility and safety.

It is a motor-generator unit that supports engine start, regenerative braking, and provides torque assist in mild hybrid vehicles.

Semiconductors enable efficient power conversion, intelligent control, and reduced losses, resulting in longer EV range and better fuel economy.

System Solution Guides (SSGs) provide block diagrams, recommended components, reference designs, and application insights to accelerate development and reduce design complexity.