Verified Nov 2026
Batteries & E-Mobility
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Since 2021
Vitesco is a German automotive supplier of drivetrain and powertrain technologies for internal combustion, hybrid, electric, and fuel cell vehicles, with an emphasis on electrification, electronic controls, sensing and actuation systems, and contract manufacturing. It was founded in 2021 and is headquartered in Germany, with an employee band of 10,000 to 50,000. The company was spun off from Continental AG and became part of the Schaeffler Group on October 1, 2024. Its products serve the automotive, electric vehicle, and electronics industries. In June 2026, Vitesco Technologies completed the acquisition of a subsidiary, as reported in Japanese investor relations disclosures.
Vitesco at a glance
Employees
10,000-50,000
Founded
2021
Certifications
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
19523
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
19523
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
Germany · China · South Korea · Thailand
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Vitesco.
What this tells a buyer
Customs records show 19,523 shipments tied to the company, with suppliers and origins spanning Germany, China, South Korea, Thailand, Taiwan, India, and several other countries.
The company holds IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001 certifications.
Vitesco became part of the Schaeffler Group on October 1, 2024, and its record lists an employee band of 10,000 to 50,000.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Operating
5 years in operation (founded 2021).
19,523 US import shipments on record.
Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Vitesco is a German automotive supplier of drivetrain and powertrain technologies for internal combustion, hybrid, electric, and fuel cell vehicles, with an emphasis on electrification, electronic controls, sensing and actuation systems, and contract manufacturing. It was founded in 2021 and is headquartered in Germany, with an employee band of 10,000 to 50,000. The company was spun off from Continental AG and became part of the Schaeffler Group on October 1, 2024. Its products serve the automotive, electric vehicle, and electronics industries. In June 2026, Vitesco Technologies completed the acquisition of a subsidiary, as reported in Japanese investor relations disclosures.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 2021 |
Employees | 10,000-50,000 |
Primary capability | Batteries & E-Mobility |
Certifications | IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 |
What Vitesco makes
The company holds IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001 certifications.
Certifications
Vitesco is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
IATF 16949 — schaeffler.com
ISO 14001 — schaeffler.com
ISO 45001 — schaeffler.com
ISO 50001 — schaeffler.com
ISO 9001 — schaeffler.com
Trade and customs footprint
Customs records show 19,523 shipments tied to the company, with suppliers and origins spanning Germany, China, South Korea, Thailand, Taiwan, India, and several other countries. US customs bill-of-lading records list 19523 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Germany · China · South Korea · Thailand.
Latest developments
2026-11-03 — Vitesco in Dortmund macht dicht: 430 Arbeitsplätze betroffen - Lokalzeit aus Dortmund - Sendungen A-Z - Video - ARD Mediathek (wdr.de)
2026-06-01 — 【Vitesco Technologies Co., Ltd.】 Completion of Subsidiary Acquisition | June 2026 | Japan IR (japanir.jp)
2026-03-17 — Vitesco Technologies (universal-robots.com)
2025-10-28 — Vitesco Technologies Boosts Productivity with Planview Cloud Migration (planview.com)
2025-06-28 — Schaeffler Vitesco NOx sensors available from July 1st — Your Source for Automotive Aftermarket News (garagetalkonline.co.uk)
2025-06-18 — Schaeffler Vehicle Lifetime Solutions strengthens its market leadership by expanding its powertrain solutions portfolio with Vitesco products | Press Releases | Schaeffler Germany (schaeffler.de)
Facilities
Public sources reference the following locations:
Seguin, Texas — prnewswire.com
Company details
Vitesco became part of the Schaeffler Group on October 1, 2024, and its record lists an employee band of 10,000 to 50,000. Vitesco was founded in 2021, and has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Operating": 5 years in operation (founded 2021). 19,523 US import shipments on record. Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Vitesco make?
Vitesco is a German automotive supplier of drivetrain and powertrain technologies for internal combustion, hybrid, electric, and fuel cell vehicles, with an emphasis on electrification, electronic controls, sensing and actuation systems, and contract manufacturing. It was founded in 2021 and is headquartered in Germany, with an employee band of 10,000 to 50,000. The company was spun off from Continental AG and became part of the Schaeffler Group on October 1, 2024. Its products serve the automotive, electric vehicle, and electronics industries. In June 2026, Vitesco Technologies completed the acquisition of a subsidiary, as reported in Japanese investor relations disclosures.
When was Vitesco founded?
Vitesco was founded in 2021.
How big is Vitesco?
Vitesco has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees.
What certifications does Vitesco hold?
Vitesco lists IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Vitesco import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 19523 inbound shipments for Vitesco, with top origins including Germany · China · South Korea · Thailand.
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Location & contact
Phone
'+1 248-209-3802
Certification
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001
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