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In China, competition is fierce. Non-Chinese automakers are losing market share, and are launching new cars with totally new designs and approaches to entice customers back. They take risks and put a lot of effort into design. OLED technology for the Nissan N7 and the lit bumper on the Audi A5, the lit grille on…
The 92nd session of GRE was held last week in Geneva. Big news: reverse-light projection is adopted after some minor changes to make it clearer (final text agreed here). It will be presented at WP.29 in November, and is likely to pass.The direction indicator projection was actively supported by three countries, and almost all other…
On 23 April, Valeo and Appotronics—inventor of ALPD laser display technology—announced a strategic partnership to offer a new generation of front lighting solutions incorporating Appotronics’ all-in-one full-colour laser headlight system. Valeo will bring their expertise in lighting and ECU design and their formidable software capabilities, to make new front lighting setups integrating Appotronics’ recognized knowledge…
As a technology premiere, Marelli showcased their Pixel Rear Lamp concept, which integrates high-resolution display technology into the taillights, leveraging OLED-TFT technology to embrace the trend of dynamic light communication and personalization. The Pixel Rear Lamp can display vehicle status and driving intent information to other road users in the form of dynamic images. This…
Forvia presented their new Saphir Masterpiece in Shanghai to showcase the diversified supplier’s latest innovations in lighting and interiors.Forvia’s display solutions offer full design flexibility, allowing seamless integration at the front, rear, and sides—even in the rocker panels. Automakers can use Forvia displays for dynamic communication features such as safety messages, welcome and goodbye scenarios,…
Covestro have introduced a new range of PCR (post-consumer recycled) polycarbonates made from end-of-life automotive headlamps, marking another milestone in closing the loop for automotive materials. Developed through a joint program initiated by the German federal enterprise GIZ (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit), with Volkswagen and Nio as key partners, these TÜV Rheinland-certified grades contain…
TactoTek and NBHX have entered a strategic partnership aimed at accelerating the adoption of IMSE (in-mould structural electronics) technology in Chinese car production. NBHX will integrate TactoTek’s IMSE technology into their product offerings, focusing on illuminated applications that showcase IMSE’s design versatility and superior light performance. The partnership aims to address the increasing demand for…
Stanley Electric and Mitsubishi Electric Mobility have signed a basic integration agreement to establish a joint venture for the business of electronic and control components that make up lamp systems on 2- and 4-wheel vehicles, with operations planned to start in the first half of FY2025.Combining the strengths of Stanley Electric’s automotive lamp systems business…
There was quite a bit of interesting lamp design on display in Shanghai. For example, the Chery Qurio’s lamps are similar to sensors, and seem to include radar and other sensors. The car is a concept, but not far from mass production. The ‘smart zone’ is combined with front and rear lamps, giving the car…
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