Continental to spin off Automotive division as Aumovio
By Luke Willetts - 4th September 2025
Nikolai Setzer, CEO of Continental
Germany – German multinational Continental AG headquartered in Hanover, has decided to spin off its Automotive division as a newly independent company under the brand name Aumovio, with the listing scheduled on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in September 2025. The move was approved by Continental’s Supervisory Board, with the spin-off expected to be finalised by Q3 2025.
The spin-off aims to give Aumovio greater flexibility and focus in the fast-changing automotive technology sector, covering areas such as vehicle electronics, software, sensors, braking systems, and autonomous mobility platforms. Aumovio will start operations with EUR 1.5 billion in cash reserves and access to a EUR 2.5 billion revolving credit facility, ensuring financial independence from Continental.
