ACES Automotive and Electronics Solutions
Auckland International are UK distributors for ACES group. ACES offers a range of automotive products, including customised module components, panel-side connectors, and parts for new energy vehicles. These components are designed for use in Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and electric vehicles, supporting the latest automotive innovations.
Company overview
ACES Electronics Co., Ltd., often referred to simply as ACES, is a Taiwanese manufacturer specialising in electronic connectors, cable assemblies and module-level components. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Taoyuan, Taiwan. It has production and operations facilities across Greater China, including Dongguan, Kunshan and Chongqing, and employs more than 7,000 people.
Core business and capabilities
The company’s core business is the research, development and manufacture of high-precision interconnect solutions across multiple electronic applications, including consumer devices such as laptops, mobile phones and cameras, as well as industrial and automotive markets.
ACES offers a broad product line including:
- Customised module components and panel-side connectors.
- Wire-to-board, board-to-board and FFC/FPC connectors designed for electronic control units (ECUs) and harness applications.
- High-speed and high-frequency connectors for Ethernet and sensor-data applications within vehicles.
- High-voltage connectors and cable assemblies geared for electric vehicles (EVs) and new-energy platforms.
- FAKRA connectors for GPS, cameras and high-frequency data modules.
Production integration and strategic expansion
ACES integrates most aspects of manufacturing, with injection-moulding, stamping, assembly and testing handled in-house. This enables shorter development cycles, tight quality control and rapid response to customer design changes.
From 2015 onwards, the company pursued both horizontal and vertical expansion, including the establishment of an electro-plating subsidiary and strategic partnerships with wire-harness and cable manufacturers. These moves broadened ACES’s offering into wiring harnesses and cable systems and strengthened its position in the automotive supply chain.
Market positioning and strategic focus
ACES positions itself as more than a connector supplier, aiming to act as a total solutions partner for automotive and electronics OEMs. It emphasises fast turnaround, reliable quality and support for evolving market demands such as advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), electric vehicles and high-speed data systems.
The rising electronics content in vehicles, especially for connectivity, sensor fusion and electrification, aligns closely with ACES’s product roadmap. Its automotive-focused portfolio reflects the wider industry shift towards high-speed data, high-voltage systems and complex wiring architectures.
Competitive advantages and differentiators
Key differentiators for ACES include:
- Deep manufacturing integration, allowing reduced time-to-market and agile response to engineering changes.
- A wide automotive-specific product range, including high-speed, high-frequency and high-voltage connectors suited to modern vehicle platforms.
- A manufacturing footprint in China and Taiwan, providing cost efficiencies, proximity to key OEMs and scalable production capacity.
- A strategic focus on new-energy vehicle and EV platforms, providing growth beyond traditional internal combustion engine applications.
Looking to the future
ACES is well positioned to benefit from current trends in the automotive sector: accelerating demand for connectivity, sensor systems, high-speed data transmission and electric powertrains. Its manufacturing agility, focus on automotive-grade interconnect solutions and expansion into wire-harness systems strengthen its relevance for OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers. For organisations seeking quality connectors, cable assemblies and integrated module solutions in automotive and new-energy vehicle sectors, ACES is a credible and capable partner.