KOSTAL

Kostal is a German company founded in 1912, specializing in the development and production of electronic and electromechanical components for the automotive industry. Main product groups include steering column switches, control units, sensors, access systems, and components for electric vehicles. The brand is an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) supplier for leading vehicle manufacturers. Products focus on integrating electronics into vehicle comfort and safety systems.

Country

Germany

Brand History

1. 1912: Leopold Kostal founded the company in Lüdenscheid. 2. 1935: Start of mass production of the first automotive switches. 3. 1980s: Expansion into international markets with branches in Europe and America. 4. 2000s: Active development of systems for hybrid and electric powertrains. 5. 2026: The company remains an independent family-owned business focusing on intelligent control systems.

Key OEM Customers

Audi, BMW, Daimler, Ford, General Motors, Jaguar Land Rover, Porsche, Renault, Stellantis, Volkswagen, Volvo.

Type

Manufacturer/OEM Supplier

Ecology

The company implements a sustainability strategy aimed at reducing carbon emissions in production processes and developing energy-efficient components for electric vehicles.

Brand Authentication

Laser marking is used to apply identification data to switch housings and electronic modules. The marking contains a unique serial number and production date in the 'DD.MM.YY' format.

Certificates

IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 9001