On April 9, Mutares SE & Co. KGaA signed agreements to acquire two automotive supplier businesses from Magna, as part of its Automotive & Mobility segment. The transactions are expected to close in Q2 2026, subject to customary regulatory approvals.
Amaneos Group, part of Mutares, is strengthened by acquiring Magna I

At the 21st Auto Lamp Industry Development Technology Forum and Shanghai International Auto Lamp Exhibition (ALE 2026), ams-OSRAM showcased its latest technologies and products. The exhibits included an ADS (Autonomous Driving Status) indicator. Built on the SYNIOS P 2222 compact package, the product saves considerab

Marelli announced that it will introduce 3 production-ready lighting technologies at Auto China 2026 in Beijing from April 24 to May 3.
Thin Corner to Corner Headlamp integrates all core lighting functions with touch and intelligent voice interaction directly into the lighting system. It features ultra-slim lighting

ams-OSRAM AG’s EVIYOS HD 25 lighting solution has been introduced in the new Audi Q3, bringing digital Matrix LED headlights to the brand’s compact segment.
The system is integrated through ZKW’s microZ module and features over 25,000 individually addressable pixels. This allows precise, real-time adjustment of light

Hella GmbH & Co. KGaA (FORVIA HELLA) has developed Galaxy Diamond Matrix Headlamps for Zeekr’s super hybrid electric high performance flagship SUV, the Zeekr 8X.
The system uses a new generation of chip-based high-definition SSL|HD lighting modules and represents the first time this technology has been fully localize

On March 24, VW developed IQ.Light technology headlights to improve road safety by giving drivers more reaction time through better lighting technology.
IQ.Light is an advanced optoelectronic headlight system with an LED matrix at its core. Depending on the model, each headlight can have dozens to up to 19,200 micro

Valeo Group (Valeo) will showcase the front lighting systems used on the Zeekr 7X at South by Southwest (SXSW) in Austin, Texas, USA, from March 12-14, 2026.
The system features over 1,700 customizable front-end LEDs, an illuminated logo, and two ultra-slim adaptive driving beam headlamps (15mm x 200mm). The solution

On March 2, ZKW Group announced that it is equipping the new Audi Q3 with advanced digital Matrix LED headlamps, developed in close collaboration with Audi.
For the first time in the compact SUV segment, the model features high-resolution Micro LED technology with 25,600 individually controllable pixels per headlamp,

CES 2026 took place from January 6 through January 9, 2026. At CES 2026, Stanley Electric Co., Ltd. (Stanley Electric) hosted a private booth showcasing a range of automotive lighting technologies as well as lighting systems promoting societal sustainability. The automotive lighting technologies highlighted by Stanle

HASCO Vision Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (HASCO Vision) signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Pan Asian MicroVENT Tech (Jiangsu) Corp. (MicroVENT) for all-round, in-depth technological R&D of and industrial collaboration on core automotive parts.
For this partnership, the two companies will integrate thei

On February 5, Uno Minda Limited, in an investor update, announced that during the October-December 2026 quarter, it commenced commercial production at its new four-wheeler lighting facility in Indonesia. 
This plant is expected to ramp up progressively over the coming quarters, in line with production volumes of its

LG Innotek announced that it will participate in the '39th Lighting Workshop' hosted by DVN (Driving Vision News) and showcase innovative vehicle lighting technologies. LG Innotek will set up a dedicated booth and showcase its latest lineup of "Nexlide" products.
'Nexlide' products feature exclusive technologies such

FORVIA SE has secured more than USD 1 billion in new and extended business awards from a major European automaker.
The awards cover front seat structures, foam, trim covers, and complete seat assembly designed to enhance comfort and reduce weight; instrument and door panels incorporating natural fiber materials; and

OPmobility SE (formerly Plastic Omnium) has signed a MoU with Hyundai Mobis Ltd. to explore the potential acquisition of a controlling stake in Hyundai Mobis’ lighting business.
This strategic partnership aims to finalize an agreement in 2026. The transaction is expected to strengthen OPmobility’s commercial momentum

Marelli has provided its adaptive Pixel-LED headlamps for the Volvo ES90 electric sedan. The system features Marelli’s compact, energy efficient high-definition 25,600-pixel h-Digi microLED modules, paired with ams OSRAM’s EVIYOS HD 25 light sources and Marelli’s e-Light matrix technology. Powered by Marelli’s high-d

On January 19, ZKW announced that it is providing digital Matrix LED headlights for the new Audi Q3. The car has a two-stage split headlight design. The upper section houses the LED daytime running lights and turn signals, while the main headlight modules are located below. 
The sophisticated high-tech lighting modul

Hella GmbH & Co. KGaA (FORVIA HELLA) has developed a “Thor’s Hammer” headlamp for Volvo Cars’ long-range super-hybrid SUV, the all-new XC70.
The headlamp is equipped with a matrix adaptive lighting system with independently controlled LEDs, delivering wider, brighter, and more homogeneous illumination than convention

Changzhou Xingyu Automotive Lighting Systems Co., Ltd. (Xingyu Lighting) signed a strategic cooperation agreement with United Nova Technology Co., Ltd. (UNT) and the Hubei Jiufengshan Laboratory (JFS) in Wuhan, Anhui. The three parties will integrate resources in areas such as automotive lighting, chip manufacturing,

On December 30, VueReal and Flex-N-Gate announced a collaborative next-generation brake-light prototype that showcases how MicroLED technology can enable more dynamic, context-aware vehicle signaling. It will be presented at CES 2026.
It combines Flex-N-Gate’s expertise in high-quality automotive lighting systems wit