Valeo and Appotronics partner to develop revolutionary laser headlights for safer, smarter driving with projection capabilities.
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SHANGHAI, China - April 23, 2025:
Automotive lighting leader Valeo and Appotronics, the pioneering inventor of ALPD laser display technology, have announced a strategic alliance to engineer a groundbreaking new generation of front lighting systems for automobiles. The collaboration will seamlessly integrate Appotronics' innovative ALL-in-ONE full-color laser headlight system with Valeo's extensive expertise in automotive lighting solutions.
The primary objective of this partnership is to create advanced front lighting systems that significantly enhance adaptive driving beam (ADB) functionalities in vehicles. This technological leap aims to substantially improve road safety for drivers and other road users while also addressing the growing demand for more comfortable and even entertaining lighting options within vehicles.
Valeo will contribute its unique strengths in the design of intricate lighting systems and sophisticated electronic control units, complemented by its unparalleled software development capabilities. This will be combined with Appotronics' recognized mastery in projection system design, built upon their cutting-edge laser display technologies, to forge these next-generation front lighting solutions.
Maurizio Martinelli, CEO of Valeo Light Division, emphasized the strategic importance of this partnership, stating, "This partnership strengthens Valeo's global leadership in next-generation lighting, combining safety, adaptability, and an enhanced driving experience. Leveraging our combined expertise in automotive lighting hardware and software, this new partnership reinforces existing technology alliances and reflects a shared ambition to redefine smart automotive lighting."
Adding to this enthusiasm, Yu Xin, Vice President of Appotronics, commented, "The Appotronics-Valeo partnership represents a transformative step in smart automotive lighting, combining our complementary strengths to advance next-generation illumination solutions. Together, we're accelerating innovations that prioritize safety, intelligent adaptability, and personalized driving experiences for the global market."
The synergistic combination of Valeo's integration and software prowess with Appotronics' state-of-the-art ALPD laser display technology will result in headlight solutions that offer advanced lighting functions (ADB) alongside traditional lighting features. This will lead to enhanced safety and comfort for both drivers and other individuals on the road. A particularly innovative aspect of this collaboration is the planned integration of high-definition information projection onto the road surface, as well as the potential for outdoor movie projection capabilities on flat surfaces or dedicated screens outside the vehicle.
At the heart of this advancement is the ALL-in-ONE system, a breakthrough in smart automotive lighting that consolidates several advanced functions into a single compact module. These functions include the Adaptive Driving Beam (ADB), road surface projection, and even in-car cinema capabilities. The intelligent system will automatically optimize lighting based on different driving scenarios, extending illumination range with high beams on highways while preventing glare with glare-free beams in urban environments. Furthermore, the headlight will offer a comprehensive 10-level brightness adjustment, complete with auto-focus, keystone correction, and image scaling capabilities.
The remarkable performance of the ALL-in-ONE headlight is powered by Appotronics' proprietary ALPD semiconductor laser technology. This technology delivers an astonishing ten times the brightness of standard automotive LEDs with a 200% greater luminous flux using equivalent DLP chips, all while achieving greater energy efficiency.
Valeo is a leading technology company and partner to automakers and new mobility players worldwide, committed to innovation for safer, smarter, and more sustainable mobility.
Appotronics is the inventor of the revolutionary ALPD laser display technology, providing cutting-edge optical solutions for a diverse range of applications, including the automotive sector.