Intrepid Control Systems, Inc.

09/04/2026

📦 Every great innovation starts with opening the box.

Introducing the neoVI FIRE 3 COMPUTE.

In just 30 seconds, the Intrepid UK team gives you a first look at the latest addition to our vehicle networking portfolio. From the unboxing to the first power-up, this video offers a glimpse of the device designed for the next generation of vehicle development.

The neoVI FIRE 3 COMPUTE redefines what a vehicle interface can do. We started with the world’s most powerful vehicle network interface with 16x CAN FD, 8x LIN, and Ethernet ports, and integrated a Raspberry Pi 5 Compute Module (CM5) directly inside.

09/04/2026

We are looking forward to the Supplier Engagement Day on Tuesday, September 15th, 2026, at the Ford Dearborn Campus.

The event highlights supplier engagement, manufacturing innovation, sourcing opportunities, and future mobility technologies. It is open to all Ford staff. No registration is required.

Stay tuned for more details on the demos we have planned for the day.

Motiv8 Connect events are confidential and designed to accelerate collaboration where it matters most: inside the manufacturer's headquarters.

See More: https://motiv8connect.com/

09/03/2026

At Intrepid, one of our goals is to give engineers more hands-on experience with the tools they use every day through free classes and training.

Our next class, set for Wednesday, September 9th, covers gateway functions in Vehicle Spy. This course shows you how to use the drag-and-drop GUI application in Vehicle Spy Enterprise to create complex CAN and LIN gateway functions that you can program into the CoreMini in our hardware products.

Like all Intrepid classes, Vehicle Spy Gateway is taught by an experienced engineer who can walk you through real-world examples and use cases, with plenty of time to answer questions about the specific project you're working on.

—Vehicle Spy Gateway—
Date: Wednesday, September 9th, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Virtual/Online

Whether you're new to vehicle networks or you've spent years working in the automotive industry, everyone is welcome to join.

Register for free here: https://www.simpletix.com/e/vehicle-spy-gateway-online-9-9-2026-tickets-245834

This course will show you how to use an easy-to-use drag-and-drop GUI application within the Vehicle Spy Enterprise version that allows you to create complex CAN and LIN gateway functions that can be programmed into CoreMini of our hardware products.

09/03/2026

“In a central computing architecture, we take the intelligence of many different ECUs throughout the vehicle with their own software and control algorithms and put them into a central compute module, leaving the actuators and sensors where they are and remotely control them over a high-speed network.”

In this presentation, C**t Correa, COO of Intrepid Control Systems, explores Remote Control Protocol (RCP) and latency considerations within 10BASE-T1S Automotive Networks and Central Computing.

Key topics in C**t’s presentation include:

-- Use cases for RCP.
-- Future Enhancements in IEEE.

-- Differences between E2B and RCP.
-- TC18 RCP – Protocol Structure / Overhead.

-- 10BASE-T1S PLCA & base latency calculations.
-- Control Loop End-to-End Latency and Jitter considerations.
-- Central Computing and need for Native Ethernet Shared Medium.

C**t’s full presentation is available on the official Intrepid Control Systems YouTube channel: youtube.com/watch?si=b8jpvebw5ad2o5oa&v=d4TPchoMA4A&feature=youtu.be

Learn more about 10BASE-T1S with RCP: intrepidcs.com/sales

Supported RCP products include Vehicle Spy, RAD-COMET 3, and RAD-MOON-T1S.

09/02/2026

💡 How much do you know about Automotive Ethernet?

As vehicles become more connected and software-defined, Automotive Ethernet is playing an increasingly important role in modern vehicle communication.

From reducing wiring complexity to enabling faster, more scalable in-vehicle networks, it's helping shape the future of automotive engineering.

In this post, the Intrepid UK team highlights five facts you might not know about Automotive Ethernet, including where it's used, why it matters, and how it's supporting the next generation of connected vehicles.

👉 Swipe through to learn something new.

At Intrepid Control Systems, we're committed to helping engineers develop, test, and validate the technologies driving tomorrow's vehicles.

09/01/2026

“We see shifts in the styles of electrical architectures engineers are developing and different data acquisition strategies as larger data sets become necessary for OEMs to diagnose issues across their vehicles.”

Matthew Snyder, Field Application Engineer here at Intrepid Control Systems, joins AV Radio host Carl Anthony to discuss key trends around reverse engineering and automotive networks, and the tools we provide to enhance the reverse engineering process.

For example, Matthew expands on the neoVI RED 2 for standalone data logging and the RAD-Gigastar, which can perform “active taps” on Automotive Ethernet networks.

Likewise, Matthew and Carl discuss how Intrepid’s Vehicle Spy 3 software enables engineers to further “dig into the data.”

Catch the full discussion below 👇🚗

08/31/2026

The Controller Area Network (CAN) protocol has served as the backbone of in-vehicle communication since Bosch introduced it in the 1980s. It gives automakers a reliable way to link the growing number of electronic modules in today's cars and trucks.

To keep pace with that growth, more manufacturers are moving to Controller Area Network with Flexible Data-Rate (CAN FD), an extension that enables larger data payloads and faster data rates than standard CAN.

Intrepid is offering free CAN and CAN FD training on Thursday, September 10th, available online or in person at our headquarters in Troy, Michigan.

No matter how you join, the training covers everything you need to get up to speed with CAN. You'll learn about the physical layer, message structure, arbitration, and bit timing, then move into CAN FD and how it compares with standard CAN.

-- Vehicle Spy CAN & CAN FD --
Date: Thursday, September 10, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Location if attending in-person:

Intrepid Control Systems HQ
1850 Research Drive
Troy, Michigan 48083

Free Registration Below 👇

Online: https://www.simpletix.com/e/vehicle-spy-can-can-fd-online-9-10-2026-tickets-245836

In-Person: https://www.simpletix.com/e/vehicle-spy-can-can-fd-in-person-9-10-2026-tickets-245835

We are passionate about providing ongoing training for engineering professionals. Whether you are an industry veteran or just starting your career, all are welcome to attend our classes.

08/28/2026

Meet the neoVI FIRE 3 Compute 🔥

Modern vehicle development means working with more networks, more data, and increasingly complex testing environments. The FIRE 3 Compute brings powerful vehicle network interfacing and onboard computing together in one platform.

Supporting CAN FD, LIN, and Automotive Ethernet, it’s built for applications including:

⚡ Vehicle testing
📊 Data logging and analysis
⚙️ Real-time processing

Over the next few weeks, our colleagues at Intrepid Control Systems Europe will take a closer look at the FIRE 3 Compute, expanding on its features, capabilities, and how it can support modern vehicle development. Be sure to follow their page for the latest updates!

👀 Which FIRE 3 Compute capability would you like them to explore next?

08/27/2026

Introducing Intrepid's T1S-T1L-CANFD SIM
Industrial & Automotive Hardware Auditing Platform

The Intrepid T1S-T1L-CANFD SIM consolidates multiple specialized network testing tools into a single portable device, providing researchers and security professionals direct access to industrial and automotive communication buses with built-in termination, intelligent bus monitoring, and field-proven durability.

Features:

✓ 1x CAN / CAN FD port for automotive networks and factory automation

✓ 1x 10BASE-T1S short-reach industrial single-pair Ethernet port

✓ 1x 10BASE-T1L long-reach industrial single-pair Ethernet port

✓ USB Network Adapter with 10BASE-T1S and 10BASE-T1L Physical Layer (PHY)

✓ Internal SD card slot for storage

✓ USB serial terminal interface for tool integration and scripting

✓ Durable custom-molded clear case enclosure for field durability

✓ RS485 (Modbus RTU) with hardware compatibility for legacy and modern PLCs, RTUs, SCADA

✓ Selectable termination for T1S and software-controlled termination for CAN and RS485

✓ OneWILi API support (Rust, C/C++, Python, rTHON, WASM)

✓ Four programmable 360-degree encoders with buttons

✓ Four programmable multi-color LEDs

✓ Customizable 12x4 character OLED display

✓ Power / Configure via USB Type-C

✓ Internal 1000 mAh 3.7V lithium battery for untethered field operation

✓ Independent Power Zones allow you to selectively power CAN, T1S, T1L, and LED subsystems to extend battery runtime and optimize thermal performance.

Learn more: https://intrepidcs.com/products/ecu-simulators/intrepid-t1s-t1l-canfd-sim/

08/27/2026

Need Vehicle Spy 3.26.2 or interested in upgrading to the latest version? Contact our team for assistance with downloads, licensing, or upgrade options.

👉 https://intrepidcs.com/sales/

Vehicle Spy 3.26.2 introduces new capabilities and reliability improvements across the platform.

The update enhances performance for large VSB files, high TCP traffic, Automotive Ethernet workflows, review buffer behavior, exports, diagnostics, and extended engineering sessions.

It also expands support for RAD-Gigastar 2, Intrepid’s next-generation Automotive Ethernet interface. New capabilities include RTC calibration, SFP PHY firmware flashing, Miniport adapter support, CMP Capture Module support, and more.

Whether you are working with large datasets, high bus loads, complex network configurations, or long-duration test runs, Vehicle Spy 3.26.2 is designed to deliver a more reliable, responsive workflow.

Additional Features:
✓ SFP PHY Firmware Flashing

✓ Ethernet PDU View in Messages Editor & Transmit Support

✓ IPv6 Compatibility for DoIP

✓ TC10 Wake and Sleep Status Reports

✓ Visual Studio 2026 Compile & Debug Support

✓ Stability and Performance Improvements