There are some automotive Ethernet devices that require higher currents than can be supplied by the data line. To this end, Aptiv employs several unique hybrid connection systems to meet these application requirements. These systems combine a high-speed AMEC data port and a traditional DC power cord into a single interface, maintaining the simplicity of a single device connection that powers the data line.
Coaxial cable has long been used for data network connections. Consisting of an insulated wire in the center surrounded by a shield of conductive material, coaxial cable was originally used for Ethernet and is still widely used for cable television connections today. Different types of coaxial cables have different performance levels, and the application in the car will also select a specific cable according to the parameters.