HELLA GmbH & Co. KGaA (“FORVIA HELLA”) today published the sales data for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026. On a currency-adjusted basis, sales remained at the prior-year level at €2.0 billion, while global light vehicle production was down 3.4 percent over the same period according to S&P Mobility latest estimates. Taking negative exchange rate effects into consideration, sales decreased by 2.9 percent to €1.9 billion (prior year: €2.0 billion). “We had a solid start to the new year overall. This is primarily due ...

Touch Taiwan 2026 focuses on three main topics: Micro LED optical communications, Micro LED interactive / transparent displays, and Mini LED-backlight displays. Ennostar Ennostar is proactively implementing its dual value-added engine strategy, driving progress in scenario-based and solution-based developments. To strengthen its competitive edge in the optical semiconductor industry, “3+1” high value-added applications are highlighted, including automotive LED, advanced displays, smart sensing, and optical communications. Ennostar is accelerating its ...

Behold the 2027 Mercedes-Benz C-Class EV, the all-electric-powered version of the C-Class sedan. It will be the second product to market following the GLC-Class SUV to be built on the all-new Mercedes-Benz Electric Architecture, known as MB.EA, that’s also expected to underpin an entire range of next-generation EV spinoffs of the E-Class, S-Class, and related SUVs. Its launch cadence is directly matched to that of its Roundel rival, the 2027 BMW i3 sedan, and there are so many similarities between the cars: Each is built on a new, dedicated ...

Valeo celebrates the 20-year anniversary of Valeo Egypt and announces the inauguration of its AI Development Center in Cairo, in the presence of Eng. Raafat Hendy, Egyptian Minister of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), Christophe Périllat, Chief Executive Officer of Valeo Group, Ahmed Elzaher, CEO of Egypt’s IT Industry Development Agency (ITIDA), Christophe Le Ligné, Group Research & Development Vice President and Tamer Aly, Group Technical Centers Vice President & Valeo Egypt General M...

In a major milestone for Valeo in India and regional manufacturing excellence, Marc Vrecko, CEO of Valeo Brain Division inaugurated a cutting-edge new HD Surround-View Camera production line on April 3rd, 2026, at the Sanand Facility. This significant expansion underscores the company’s ongoing commitment to scaling the localized production of advanced vision systems and driving the future of mobility in India. The newly inaugurated line will focus on the high-volume manufacturing of next-generation vision camera systems for major OEMs in India. These s...

Marelli, a global technology partner to the automotive industry, will showcase its latest advanced automotive lighting technologies at Auto China 2026 in Beijing from April 24 to May 3. At the event, Marelli will demonstrate how lighting is evolving into a software‑defined platform enabling design differentiation and brand expression, intelligent interaction and digital communication as well as safety. “In future vehicle generations, lighting will drive intelligent interaction and further enhance brand identity,” said Frank Huber, President of Marelli’s ...

Marelli, a global technology partner to the automotive industry, will showcase at Auto China 2026 in Beijing (April 24–May 3) its latest in‑cabin innovations, demonstrating how the deeper integration of electronics and interiors elevates comfort and functionality while enabling smart, immersive experiences – affordably – in the era of software‑defined vehicles (SDVs). As vehicle standardization increases across many areas, advanced technologies that shape both the digital and physical cabin environment are becoming essential for brand differentiation. Thr...

Following the merger as of December 1, 2025, CarUX and Pioneer will present a unified vision for the future of in car user experience at Innolux’s booth during Touch Taiwan 2026. At this year’s exhibition, CarUX will unveil a fully integrated in cabin simulation, demonstrating how audio and visual systems can work together seamlessly for every seat in the vehicle. This setup is built on a new automotive hardware and software platform designed to deliver fast and scalable integration for OEMs of any size. The simulation highlights how meaningful information...

  Innolux will showcase its cutting-edge display technologies and immersive interactive experiences at 2026 Touch Taiwan from April 8 to 10, spotlighting its professional outdoor, mobile entertainment, and smart airplane cockpit applications. By integrating high-brightness, low-power, and intelligent dimming technologies, Innolux overcomes the toughest operating conditions in extreme environments, delivering stable touch performance, crystal-clear visibility, and lightning-fast response. Spanning multiple sectors — industrial, marine, aerospace, transportation, entertainm...

Ennostar Inc., through its vertically integrated optoelectronics subsidiary Ennostar Corporation, will showcase its latest innovations at Touch Taiwan 2026, highlighting two high-growth, high-value domains: datacom and sensing automation. Alongside its established strengths in Micro & Mini LED and automotive optoelectronics, the company will present a comprehensive portfolio spanning four strategic application domains. Amid accelerating trends in smart mobility, intelligent manufacturing, and high-performance computing, the optoelectronics industry is rapidly shifting fro...

International automotive supplier FORVIA HELLA has developed and brought into series production the world’s first Front Phygital Shields for the new all-electric BMW iX3. With these large-scale, highly integrative modules for the vehicle front, FORVIA HELLA is decisively shaping the design language of the iX3, the inaugural model of BMW’s Neue Klasse. Development and production of the Front Phygital Shields take place in Ljubljana, Slovenia, FORVIA HELLA’s global competence center for car body lighting. New produc...

Ennostar, a leading innovator in automotive optoelectronic solutions, today announced the launch of its Pixelated Automotive LED Lighting Platform. Integrating high-density LED sources with advanced thermal-electrical-mechanical-opto (TEMO) module design, the platform supports two key applications for exterior automotive lighting: Intelligent Signal Displays (ISD) and Dynamic Ground Projection (DGP). Ennostar will showcase the full platform at Touch Taiwan 2026, from April 8–10, demonstrating its latest innovations and ongoing collaborations with inte...

AI is taking shape through display interfaces, where people see and interact in real-world settings. Micro LED is a key display engine that helps bring AI into the physical world. At Touch Taiwan 2026, AUO, a global leader in display technology, will showcase its latest innovations from April 8 to 10 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center. Under the theme "Reveal the World. Reveal the Future.", AUO, together with its group companies and partners, will present Micro LED as a core technology platform, demonstrating its readiness for mass-production and...

The introduction of the new Audi Q3 marks significant technological progress in how digital lighting systems are integrated into the Audi compact segment. EVIYOS HD25 is an advanced, pixel-based lighting solution developed by ams OSRAM. It is now being deployed in a series-production compact-class vehicle, delivering a new level of adaptive illumination and driver feedback while enhancing road safety. The technology is used in the high-resolution microZ module from ZKW, which is based on an LED light source with thousands of individually addressable pixels. &l...

Valeo has been honored with the “Special Award” at the 2026 Renault Group Supplier Awards, recognizing its outstanding contribution as a key technology and innovation partner. Driving innovation, speed and competitiveness through a strengthened partnership The award was presented by Anthony Plouvier, Chief Procurement Officer of Renault Group, during a ceremony attended by Renault Group CEO François Provost. This distinction highlights Valeo’s long-standing and strengthened partnership with Renault Group, as well as its significant c...

From March 25th to 27th, the Auto Lamp Industry Development Technology Forum and Shanghai International Auto Lamp Exhibition (ALE), an event specializing in automotive lamps, will be held in Kunshan, China. Nichia will give a presentation in the forum titled “Upcoming Future of Automobile Lighting - Powered by Nichia's μPLS and LASER -.” Nichia will introduce the Pixel Light Source series and the next-generation μPLS, which enable higher-resolution front lighting and road-surface projection, as well as examples of laser technology...

ALE brings together globally influential host manufacturers and automotive lighting companies and serves as the main venue for international integration in the automotive lighting industry. In 2026, ALE will focus on “ Digital, Intelligent, Personalized, Interactive” to achieve a wonderful intellectual feast. ams OSRAM, a global leader in light and sensor solutions, will showcase high-quality sensing and lighting applications in the automotive field at this exhibition with its latest portfolio of products and technologies in sensing, illumination and visuali...

microLEDs: from headlamps to the data center When we think about the evolution of AI technology, developments in machine learning and large language models come readily to mind, as do the latest graphics processing units (GPUs), high-bandwidth memory (HBM), and exotic semiconductor technologies such as chiplets and heterogeneous integration. But car headlamps? Automotive lighting is not usually seen as an inspiration for the next big thing in AI. Interestingly however, high-tech ‘adaptive beam’ front lights are proving the reliability and scalability of a ...

JBD, a global leader in MicroLED microdisplay technology, today unveiled “Griffin,” an automotive-grade MicroLED projection platform. The launch extends JBD’s proven AR near-eye display expertise into the automotive domain, reflecting a strategic step toward enabling next-generation human–vehicle interaction experiences. Automotive-Grade MicroLED Module Schematic As vehicles become more intelligent and interactive experiences grow more seamless, communication between the vehicle and people is becoming a core pillar of smart mobility. ...

On the occasion of the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, taking place from February 16 to 20, 2026, Valeo reaffirms its ambition in the world’s rapidly growing automotive market. Anchored in its new “Elevate 2028” strategic plan, Valeo is announcing its plan to invest more than €200 million in the coming years (approx. ₹2,149.20 Cr, subject to prevailing exchange rates), to significantly expand its industrial footprint in India. These investments will enable Valeo as a first step to triple its sales in India to around €700 million by 2028, and secon...

Marelli, a global technology supplier to the automotive sector, together with its joint venture partner Motherson, inaugurated today a new manufacturing facility for automotive lighting in Sanand in the Indian state of Gujarat. The new plant marks an important expansion of the Marelli Motherson Lighting India (MMLI) joint venture’s presence in the country. “Our new facility in Sanand is a key milestone in bringing advanced lighting technologies to our customers in India. Together with our partner Motherson, we are uniting global innovation with strong loc...

Everlight Electronics Co., Ltd. (hereinafter “Everlight”) filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Seoul Semiconductor Co., Ltd. (hereinafter “SSC”) in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas Marshall Division on February 13, 2026. The defendant is a LED electronic component manufacturer. Everlight alleges that SSC has infringed upon its US flip-chip patent, US Patent No. 7,554,126, and that the infringing products are specific automotive LED products sold by SSC. Everlight claims that SSC&...

In cooperation with the leading agricultural machinery manufacturer CLAAS, the international automotive supplier FORVIA HELLA has developed an illuminated logo bezel especially for the Axion 9 large tractor series. The innovative lighting solution sets new standards in the combination of lighting technology and brand-defining design in the agricultural sector: it combines advanced LED technology with an unmistakable design that specifically sets the scene for CLAAS' brand identity. "The illuminated logo bezel impressively demonstrates how we are sustai...

OSP, the Open System Protocol developed by ams OSRAM for dynamic lighting and intelligent vehicle networks, is on its way to becoming an international standard. ISO’s Technical Committee TC 22 (Road Vehicles) has launched standardization work on OSP as a new work item within ISO/TC22/SC31/WG3. The official kick-off is planned for February 2026. The work is listed under ISO 26341 1, reflecting growing auto industry demand for open and interoperable communication technologies in software-defined vehicles (SDVs). “We are thrilled that ...

Macroblock, a leading global manufacturer of LED driver ICs, participates in the DVN Munich Workshop that is held from February 4–5, 2026 in Munich Germany. The DVN Munich Workshop is an annual industry forum that brings together global automakers and Tier 1 suppliers in the automotive lighting industry. Macroblock Unveils Next‑Gen Automotive Lighting at DVN Munich 2026 Centered on the core theme “Shine Your Mind, Define Your Ride”, Macroblock presents its latest developments in LED color control technology and showcases a co...

LED displays continue to expand their application landscapes. More end users are now adopting LED screens for major events and venues—bringing these technologies closer to everyday life. Meanwhile, in areas such as commercial backlighting, automotive displays, and lighting, LED technology is being used to enhance HDR performance and deliver an improved driving experience. As a leading driver IC supplier, Macroblock actively contributes to advancing these innovative applications and unlocking the full potential of LED technology. Pic. 1. Macroblock showcases i...

As Nichia marks the key milestones of 70 years in business and 30 years since pioneering the white LED, its European division has organized a two-day, invite-only Innovation Gallery. Held on 10 and 11 March at Bernhard Knaus Fine Art, a prestigious art gallery in Frankfurt, the showcase takes place during Light + Building week (8–13 March 2026). The regional team chose this timing to complement the trade fair experience for visitors already in the city. Nichia’s portfolio goes beyond general and architectural lighting that dominates the exhibition hall...

The new Audi Q3 sets new standards in headlight development with lighting technology from ZKW. The technological highlights of the compact SUV include the digital Matrix LED headlights, which are developed and manufactured together with the technical experts at Audi and the lighting system specialists at ZKW. Furthermore, the new Audi Q3 offers high-resolution digital Matrix LED light based on micro LED technology for the first time. Each spotlight contains 25,600 individually controllable micro LED pixels that enable very precise light control and projection....

Valeo, the global leader in automotive lighting systems, announces a major program award from a premium global automaker. As part of this program, Valeo is introducing a new, state-of-the-art, automated high-volume manufacturing solution utilizing TactoTek’s In-Mold Structural Electronics (IMSE) technology. The awarded program focuses on an innovative interior solution that integrates lighting and electronics into a single, unified, and ready-to-use smart structure. This design creates a refined, flush aesthetic and elevates the in-cabin experience, reflecting a broad...

Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd. has developed an LED lamp unit that projects moving patterned light in vehicle interiors. This product is used on the Lexus RZ1 battery electric vehicle from Toyota Motor. To enhance vehicle interiors, in recent years there has been rising demand for illumination connected to music or sensors such as approach notification. To meet such needs, Toyoda Gosei has leveraged its original optical engineering technology in developing illumination that incorporates delicate pattern plates into LED lamps and projects vivid light images in vehicle interi...