Lightwave Technology

What Lightwave Technology does

Lightwave Technology Inc. is a privately held Canadian hardware company headquartered at 400 Rue Wright, Saint-Laurent, Quebec, that designs, manufactures, and markets connected automotive products for vehicle owners through the automotive aftermarket. The company operates a focused three-product franchise: SmartControl advanced remote-control systems with two-way smartphone communication; EKEY (Automob-EKey) smartphone-to-vehicle connectivity; and LOOK-IT, a wireless license-plate backup camera. Its technology stack combines proprietary RF and embedded systems work (Flex Connect auto-programming across most digital remote-starter brands, RFiQ adaptive RF tuning, Ecostart intelligent runtime management, and LORA-based communication with up to 1.5 miles of range) with in-house smartphone software, circuit and 3D mechanical design, prototyping, and quality control performed in its Montreal facility.\n\nThe business model is hardware sales to consumers and SMB installers via automotive aftermarket distribution channels, with bilingual English/French marketing and a corporate website as the primary digital presence. The company currently lists 11-50 employees, has no public listing, no disclosed funding rounds, no disclosed parent company, and no published revenue; it is led by President Jack Wisnia. Pricing for individual products is not publicly disclosed. Overall, Lightwave is a niche, vertically integrated aftermarket connectivity OEM rather than a scaled platform business.\n\nAs of the most recent company-controlled materials (site copyright 2026), operations are active, the product portfolio is refreshed, and aftermarket distribution is sustained, but there is no public evidence of accelerating headcount, geographic expansion beyond North America, institutional capital, named enterprise customers, or AI/ML capability development.

Name

Lightwave Technology

Legal name

Lightwave Technology Inc.

Website

https://lightwavetechnology.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Lightwave Technology is a privately held Montreal-based hardware company that designs, manufactures, and markets connected automotive aftermarket products — remote-start systems, smartphone-to-vehicle connectivity, and wireless backup cameras — for vehicle owners and installers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Connected Automotive Electronics

NAICS

Motor Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Equipment Manufacturing (336320)

SIC

Computer Communications Equipment (3576), Electronic Components & Accessories (3670)

akta.pro primary industry

Automotive Infotainment, Telematics & Connectivity Hardware Manufacturing (TCU/V2X/GNSS) (IMACAJAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

Automotive Mirrors & Exterior Vision Systems Manufacturing (Mirrors/Housings/Camera Modules) (IMACAKAF)

Keywords

• Connected automotive products
• Vehicle connectivity solutions
• Remote start systems
• Wireless backup cameras
• Aftermarket automotive electronics

Headquarters

HQ city

Quebec

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Connected Automotive Hardware Products: Revenue generated from designing, manufacturing, and selling connected automotive products including remote controls with smartphone integration and wireless backup camera systems. Products are sold through automotive aftermarket channels to vehicle owners.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

Lightwave Technology designs, manufactures, and markets connected automotive hardware products that give vehicle owners a smartphone-integrated experience with their vehicles. Its portfolio includes advanced remote control systems (SmartControl), vehicle connectivity modules (EKEY / Automob-EKey), and wireless backup camera systems (LOOK-IT), sold through automotive aftermarket channels across North America.

Product overview

Lightwave Technology designs, manufactures, and markets connected automotive products offering consumers a new experience of connectivity with their vehicles. The company operates primarily in the automotive sector, focusing on vehicle connectivity solutions. The product portfolio includes three main offerings: SmartControl (advanced remote systems with smartphone interaction and long-range two-way communication), EKEY (Automob-EKey) connected automotive product, and LOOK-IT (wireless backup camera system with smartphone integration). The company combines specialized hardware and software engineering teams, developing mobile technologies and quality control systems at their Montreal, Canada facilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• LOOK-IT: Wireless backup camera system with wireless license plate mount technology designed to improve driver safety and reduce backup incidents. Can be installed in under 5 minutes.
• eKey
• SmartControl

Products and services

• SmartControl Advanced Remote Systems Complete range of advanced remote control systems that interact with smartphones and incorporate industry-leading remote start technologies, delivering long-range (up to 1.5 miles via LORA) two-way intelligent communication for vehicle owners who already have or are adding a remote car starter.
• EKEY (Automob-EKey) Connected automotive product that provides consumers a new connectivity experience between them and their vehicle, combining smartphone hardware/software integration with the vehicle's electronic systems.
• LOOK-IT Wireless Backup Camera Wireless backup camera system with a license-plate mount design and smartphone integration, intended for drivers who want to improve reversing safety and reduce backup incidents; designed to install in under 5 minutes.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 1.5 miles remote control range using LORA technology
• +2 more outcomes

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Others

• VOXXHirschmann (under VOXX) / DEI: Directed Electronics' parent-level OEM and licensing operations connect aftermarket remote start technology with vehicle manufacturers. Thematically related to Lightwave through shared RF/connectivity IP that increasingly bridges aftermarket and OEM channels.

Broad incumbents

• Garmin: Garmin produces a broad portfolio of consumer electronics including connected vehicle products such as dash cams, backup cameras, and in-vehicle navigation. Comparable as a broad incumbent in the connected automotive aftermarket, with greater brand recognition and global distribution than Lightwave.
• VOXX International (Audiovox): VOXX International is a larger, publicly-traded automotive and consumer electronics company with broad aftermarket product lines including remote start (Prestige, Code Alarm), audio, and rear-seat entertainment. Comparable as a broad incumbent in the connected automotive aftermarket with deeper distribution than Lightwave.

Direct peers

• Compustar (Firstech): Compustar is a leading aftermarket remote start and connected vehicle brand owned by Firstech. Directly competes with Lightwave in remote start systems with smartphone control, serving the same installer/dealer channel and end consumers seeking aftermarket vehicle connectivity.
• Crimestopper Security Products: Crimestopper is an aftermarket manufacturer of remote start, car alarm, and keyless entry systems. Directly comparable to Lightwave in remote start technology with overlapping customer base (aftermarket retailers and professional installers) and similar two-way RF remote product features.
• Fortin Auto Radio: Canadian aftermarket electronics manufacturer specializing in remote start interfaces, bypass modules, and vehicle connectivity solutions. Directly comparable to Lightwave given similar geography (Quebec/Montreal), similar product focus (remote start and integration), and shared customer base of automotive aftermarket installers.
• ADS iDatalink / Automotive Data Solutions: ADS (iDatalink) is a Canadian aftermarket telematics and remote start integration company serving the same North American installer channel as Lightwave. Comparable in product focus (remote start interfaces and connected vehicle hardware) and shared Canadian footprint and B2B distribution model.
• EchoMaster (by AAMP Global): EchoMaster manufactures aftermarket vehicle cameras, monitors, and safety solutions including wireless backup cameras. Directly comparable to Lightwave's LOOK-IT product line with overlapping customer segments (aftermarket installers and vehicle owners) and distribution through 12V retailers.
• Brandmotion: Brandmotion specializes in aftermarket vehicle safety products including wireless and wired backup cameras, blind spot detection, and ADAS retrofit kits. Directly comparable to Lightwave's LOOK-IT camera line in product category, customer base (vehicle owners seeking safety upgrades), and aftermarket distribution model.
• Directed Electronics / Viper: Directed Electronics (maker of Viper, Clifford, Python) is the dominant North American aftermarket remote start and car security brand. Directly comparable to Lightwave's SmartControl product line in target customer (vehicle owners), distribution (aftermarket resellers/installers), and technology (long-range RF remotes with smartphone integration).

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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