Digital and sustainable cockpit experiences
One of FORVIA’s core principles is to frame everything through the lens of sustainability; another is to see everything from the point of view of end users. In our approach to digital and sustainable cockpit experiences, we bring these two imperatives together, offering solutions that improve comfort and usability while reducing environmental impacts. We develop modular seats and interiors for maximum flexibility, upgradability and sustainability.
Our new materials, such as bio-based and recycled compounds, foils and fibers, reduce resource consumption. Combined with lightweight architecture and energy-optimized electronics, they enable significantly lower CO₂ emissions. We also offer functions that reduce drivers’ cognitive load, allowing them to access menu items while keeping their eyes on the road.
Cockpit experiences by FORVIA
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Connected cockpit with Appning by FORVIA
Connected cockpit with Appning by FORVIA
Appning by FORVIA is the leading white-label automotive apps market customizable by automakers. With it, automakers can easily integrate around 200 applications – including music, podcasts, gaming, web conferencing, video streaming and more – into their vehicle. Vehicle owners can access their digital world and preferred app seamlessly from the car independently of their smartphone. Over 3 million users are already using our apps market. By 2025, an estimated 20 million vehicles will feature this ecosystem, enabling vehicle owners to stay connected – safely – during their journey.
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Skyline Immersive display
Skyline Immersive display
Our Skyline Immersive Display was a winner of a CES 2024 Innovation Award. This next-generation cockpit interface uses LED rather than LCD screen technology, offering a more visually dynamic and affordable alternative than a traditional Heads-Up Display, and is fully customizable with the automaker’s in-vehicle technology. Information is displayed at the bottom of the windshield to avoid driver distraction, and floating windows allow personalization by the user. This digital cockpit experience delivers flexibility and customization to automakers and vehicle owners alike, without sacrificing functionality or safety.
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Floating image projection with AirVision
Floating image projection with AirVision
FORVIA’s AirVision is an integrated system solution that offers new ways of displaying information and creating immersive experiences through image reflection. AirVision offers stable and vibration-free reflection by creating a 3D, virtual image of a display on a flat translucent surface integrated on the instrument panel. The system combines displays, lighting, surfaces and structures in a game-changing way. This scalable system can replace clusters, center displays, and co-driver display configurations in automotive applications.
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Combine heating and lighting with COF'Heat
Combine heating and lighting with COF'Heat
COF’Heat combines heating surface and lighting surface in one thin and efficient solution. It enables the best thermal performance to be combined with the personalization advantages of surface lighting.
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Ultrathin heated surfaces with Thermal Cocoon
Ultrathin heated surfaces with Thermal Cocoon
Ultrathin heated surfaces that can be integrated in various locations throughout the vehicle cockpit, creating a thermal cocoon effect. It offers a fast first heating sensation, a reduced time to comfort, a lower noise coming from the ventilation system and reduced electrical power consumption.
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Ecorium: sustainable trim materials
Ecorium: sustainable trim materials
After three years in development, Ecorium, FORVIA’s premium sustainable trimming material, was launched into mass production in 2023. We have been working with TMG, a leader in automotive coating materials, to integrate renewable and recycled materials into more environmentally friendly vinyl with the same aesthetic appeal as real leather. The result is Ecorium, which now features in the trim of the all-new Renault Rafale scheduled for the first quarter of 2024. The new material offers carbon emissions reduction of 90% compared to natural leather or up to 37% (including biogenic carbon) compared to conventional synthetic alternatives.
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NAFILean: sustainable compounds
NAFILean: sustainable compounds
Developed by Faurecia since 2011, the NAFILean family of bio-composite materials is already found in more than 9 million vehicles worldwide, with plans to accelerate to 15 million vehicles by 2025. It now forms part of the MATERI’ACT low-carbon portfolio. In 2023, the NAFILean-R compound, combining natural fibers and recycled materials, was recognized in
the Innovation Awards organized by CLEPA, the European Association of Automotive Suppliers, for its ability to improve performance while supporting the circular economy and carbon emissions reductions. Combining 20% natural hemp fibers with a matrix of 100% recycled polypropylene, NAFILean-R is used in injection-molded structural parts. The result is
an 87% reduction in CO2 emissions compared to industry benchmarks without compromising rigidity or durability. The latest generation, NAFILean Vision, has been developed for visible parts. It integrates various biomass sources and recycled plastics. It offers a wide variety of colors and textures, creating an advanced decorative effect and an impactful appearance.
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Auraloop®: sustainable cushioning
Auraloop®: sustainable cushioning
Meet Auraloop® : FORVIA and Indorama Ventures' sustainable breakthrough in mobility. Crafted from Polyester-based fibers, this 100% recyclable cushioning is set to revolutionize car seats. Auraloop® targets a twofold cut in carbon footprint compared to traditional polyurethane foam pads, while boosting thermal comfort and durability. It's not just a seat pad; it's an eco-friendly innovation for tomorrow's cars.
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LUMI: Seatback-embedded illumination
LUMI: Seatback-embedded illumination
The all-new Renault Rafale, set to hit markets in 2024,will be the first to feature LUMI – a bold new approach to seating illumination. Ultra-thin LED-powered panels integrated into the front seats light up and pulse like a heart to greet the driver as they approach the car. The lighting also shifts from one tone to another to reflect driving modes. This state-of-the-art innovation is energy efficient and is covered with a perforated diffusion layer to keep seat comfort unaffected. LUMI transforms the way drivers interact with their vehicles, establishing a deeper connection and an invitation to driving pleasure.
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VIBE®: Tactile seating technology
VIBE®: Tactile seating technology
A contract was signed in 2023 with a top-tier German OEM for VIBE®, an industry-first innovation
that embeds tactile sensations within the car seat. This biomechanics solution will enhance safety:
its Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) features haptic alerts for blind spots, lane changes,
speed limits and drowsiness. By emitting warm, lowfrequency vibrations through the seat foam, it also
offers a heightened level of immersion for music and entertainment, or promotes relaxation or boosts
energy. Developed with the audio-haptic expert Aurasens, VIBE® is set to make its debut at the end of
2025, transforming the driving experience.
