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Extensive Experience

A world-leading, trusted CAN expert for over 40 years, Kvaser supplies M2M communication solutions for CAN, LIN, and Automotive Ethernet, including wireless and cellular connectivity via Wi-Fi, LTE, and 5G.

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High-quality Products

Lightweight and easy to use, yet incredibly durable, Kvaser products are the ultimate solution for your machine-to-machine communication needs.

70000 +
Products Sold Annually

Kvaser products, engineered and manufactured in Sweden, are developed and designed for premium quality, reliability and ease of use.

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Global Partner Network

Carefully selected commercial and technical partners offer Kvaser’s products, local language support, advice on M2M communication, software, and associated engineering services.

Kvaser offices

A Global Company

Our Vision

We are known as the leading innovator of near-machine communication

Our Mission

Create a world of possibilities

Our Promise

Designed for effortless possibilities

The Timeline

  • 1981
    Kvaser was founded by Lars-Berno “Freddy” Fredriksson and his father
  • 1983
    Bosch began CAN development
  • 1985
    Kvaser begins to focus on CAN technology
  • 1990
    First product - PCcan 4 channel. Kvaser’s CanKingdom higher layer protocol debuts.
  • 1998
    First Kvaser Partners
  • 2000
    Kvaser US opens in LA, California
  • 2003
    Concentrate on CAN HW interfaces (no SW)
  • 2009
    Kvaser China opens in Shanghai
  • 2015
    Kvaser starts CAN radio development
  • 2019
    Kvaser opens in Hong Kong
  • 2023
    Kvaser going into CAN XL
  • 2024
    Rebranding of Kvaser
Kvaser’s History

Industry leaders and definers since 1983

We began in the early 1980s to specialize in Distributed Embedded Control Systems. A few years later the Controller Area Network (CAN) protocol was published and the first CAN chip made available.

Kvaser’s founders quickly recognised CAN’s many excellent features and understood the impact CAN would have on future embedded control systems. They made the strategic decision to dedicate Kvaser’s resources to producing CAN solutions, becoming one of the first companies to serve the now, almost ubiquitous, CAN industry.

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Unique Design...
And a Lot More

You’ll notice that our products look very different compared to others on the market. That’s because we have our users – engineers – uppermost in our mind when we are designing them. Lightweight, ergonomic and yet incredibly durable, Kvaser’s interfaces and dataloggers stand out from the crowd.

Qualified Sales Representatives and Technical Associates

250 partners worldwide

Distributor

Distributors focus on fast and efficient purchasing of Kvaser products. They typically offer wide availability, simple ordering processes, and competitive delivery options. Distributors are well suited for customers who know what they need and prioritize quick access and straightforward procurement over technical consulting.

Qualified Sales Representative

A Qualified Sales Representative provides professional sales support and qualified technical guidance to help you select and use Kvaser products. They typically hold standard products in stock and can assist with common technical questions and application advice. This is a good choice for customers who want knowledgeable local support.

Premium Qualified Sales Representative

Work with a Premium Qualified Sales Representative when you need deep product expertise and close collaboration. These partners offer local stock availability, highly qualified technical and sales support, and hands-on guidance throughout your project. They work closely with Kvaser and are well suited for complex applications, long-term programs, and customers who value a strategic partnership.

Technical Associate

Technical Associates specialize in solutions rather than product sales. They integrate Kvaser hardware into software tools, systems, or complete applications and often provide engineering services. Choose a Technical Associate when you are looking for application-specific solutions, system integration, or advanced development support built on Kvaser technology.

What Kvaser Offers

We provide more than hardware
Services
  1. Free support
  2. Education
  3. Knowledge center
Software
  1. Applications from Kvaser Technical Associates
  2. CanKing bus monitor for CAN FD (free)
  3. Kvaser SDK for developing your custom applications (free)
Higher Layer Protocol
  1. Protocol Stacks from Kvaser Technical Associates
  2. HLPs supported for CAN and LIN
API
  1. Libraries within Kvaser SDK for CAN FD, LIN, DBC files, Datalogger configuration and access, remote access, XML files
  2. Most work under Windows and Linux
Hardware
  1. High quality hardware designed to last
  2. One Kvaser Driver connects to all Kvaser Hardware
  3. OEM customization available, function and form factor
Segments
  1. Wherever CAN is used Kvaser is there
  2. Automotive (ICE and EV), HD vehicle, Industrial Automation, Medical, Marine, Robotics, many more