Automotive Lighting Conference
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BACKGROUND
Lighting design in vehicles is undergoing a transformation – evolving from a purely functional unit to an integral part of the overall user experience, and from a static component to an intelligent safety system. This high-caliber conference offers you in-depth insights into current and future developments in automotive lighting.
Digital LED applications, AI-driven dynamic lighting systems, and intelligent zone architectures now form the backbone of modern automotive innovations – from the cockpit to the body, from sensors to head-up displays, from adaptive lighting control to AI-powered algorithms. The event is designed for system developers, solution architects, marketing and sales teams, and project managers from chip and component manufacturers, as well as technology and business decision-makers in the automotive and microelectronics industries who are shaping the (interior) lighting systems of tomorrow.
Through a series of expert presentations, AI-powered workshops, and technical discussions, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the key technologies and future developments along the entire value chain of intelligent vehicle lighting. The program is interdisciplinary, combining electronics, optics, sensor integration, software, AI, and design.
Key Technical Topics
at a Glance
Interior lighting is shifting from static illumination to adaptive, emotionally engaging, and safety-relevant lighting systems. Topics include:
- Dynamic ambient lighting responsive to driving situations, time of day, or user preferences
- Lighting as a component of multimodal interaction (e.g. supporting voice assistants or gesture control)
- Impact of lighting on driver wellness and alertness – especially in autonomous driving scenarios
- Integration of lighting into new HMIs, displays, materials, and interior surfaces
From conventional LEDs to µLEDs and laser-based systems – source selection and design critically influence efficiency, functionality, and form factor. Highlights:
- Innovations in LED packaging and thermal management
- Integration of optical components in compact formats, e.g. for HUDs and projections
- Advanced beam shaping and high-precision light distribution
Modern lighting management demands high-performance ECUs, software-defined configurations, and robust zonal architectures. Core topics:
- Integration into domain and zone control units
- Use of standardized communication interfaces (e.g. Ethernet, CAN FD)
- AI-based contextual lighting control (interior and exterior)
- Over-the-air software update capabilities for lighting systems
Color is no longer only a design element, but a tool for communication and personalization. Topics include:
- Color perception inside the vehicle – impact of materials, ambient light, and user expectations
- Standardization and management of color across hardware and software
- Real-time personalization of color themes
- Multisensory experiences – merging light, sound, and haptic feedback
Lighting technologies play a vital role in delivering visual content to the driver. Technical focal points:
- Light-based HUD technologies including augmented reality and contextual overlays
- Integration of light and display for adaptive brightness and visibility optimization
- Optical challenges of curved and transparent display surfaces
- Synergies with ADAS systems, e.g. visual warnings via lighting elements
Precision in light measurement is essential for regulatory compliance, safety, and product validation. Covered topics:
- Measurement of luminance, intensity distribution, and color accuracy in real-world settings
- Automated testing procedures for interior and exterior lighting setups
- Calibration strategies for complex multi-light-source environments
- Light measurement as a foundational element in autonomous vehicle development
Exterior lighting is becoming a key interface for communication and safety. European and Chinese markets are driving innovation with different emphases. Discussion points:
- Regulatory and market-specific differences (e.g. animated lighting, projection systems, adaptive beams)
- Cultural interpretations of light design and staging
- Lighting as a signal of vehicle intelligence and brand identity
- AI-enabled exterior lighting for contextual environmental awareness and pedestrian interaction
Why Attend?
Gain a compact yet comprehensive overview of state-of-the-art and emerging in-vehicle lighting technologies
Connect with industry experts from system development, electronics, lighting engineering, and sensor fusion
Explore potential development partners along the entire supply chain – from chip design to system integration
Exchange insights on application scenarios, interface standards, and software-defined lighting control
Gather strategic and technical inspiration for your own product roadmap
Ticket for car makers
0 €
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- Participation live on site in Munich
- Presentations, panel discussions and surveys
- Lunch and coffee breaks
- Networking and get-together in the evening
- Visit to the partner stands
Early Bird Ticket
790 €
sponsored ticket category
- Participation live on site in Munich
- Presentations, panel discussions and surveys
- Lunch and coffee breaks
- Networking and get-together in the evening
- Visit to the partner stands
Ticket
890 €
- Participation live on site in Munich
- Presentations, panel discussions and surveys
- Lunch and coffee breaks
- Networking and get-together in the evening
- Visit to the partner stands