Sterling Tools partners with Nanjing Haohang to develop rider assistance systems for two-wheelers

Sterling Tools Limited (BSE: 530759 | NSE: STERTOOLS) has entered into a Technology Collaboration Agreement (TCA) and Supply Agreement (SA) with China’s Nanjing Haohang Technology Co., Ltd. to develop Advanced Rider Assistance Systems (ARAS) for India’s two-wheeler industry.

ARAS are designed for two-wheelers and operate in a manner similar to Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) used in cars. These systems use sensors, software, and control systems to provide real-time alerts and assist riders in identifying potential hazards.

Under the agreement, Sterling Tools will handle local development, system adaptation, manufacturing, and sales of ARAS in India. The collaboration combines Haohang’s technology platform with Sterling Tools’ focus on the domestic automotive market.

Sterling Tools is also working on other automotive technologies, including EV power electronics, high-voltage DC contactors and relays, motor solutions without rare-earth magnets, and ADAS-related systems.

The companies have tested ARAS features such as front collision warning, rear collision warning, blind spot detection, lane change warning, and wrong-side alert on Indian roads. Additional features are under development.

Anish Agarwal, Director, Sterling Tools, said “We are moving toward an era of intelligent mobility. This partnership with Haohang, tailored for the Indian market, equip two wheeler OEMs with advanced rider assistance technologies that address a critical safety gap. Two-wheeler accidents account for a significant share of road fatalities in India, and our collaboration aims to foster a safer environment for the 2W industry and its manufacturers.”

Li Zhipan, General Manager, Nanjing Haohang, said “India represents one of the most important markets for advanced rider assistance technology, given the scale and safety challenges of its two-wheeler segment. Our collaboration with Sterling Tools allows us to localise our solutions for Indian road conditions and bring validated, life-saving technology to automakers and riders across the country.”

Sterling Tools Limited, established in 1979, manufactures automotive fasteners and, through its subsidiaries, operates in EV powertrain, power electronics, and electric vehicle components. Nanjing Haohang Technology is a joint venture focused on developing Advanced Rider Assistance Systems (ARAS) for motorcycles and electric two-wheelers.

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