Matrix LED (VW) is following other car manufacturers in experimenting with potential uses for headlights and taillights beyond illuminating the road. Volkswagen lighting is being used, similar to technology already available on some European vehicles. VW’s system uses 30,000 individual light points and could be used on the Touareg model to project markings relating to other vehicles and its own trajectory on the road, according to the carmaker. As well as improving safety by potentially using the adjustable lighting elements to display different symbols showing hazards or car information, VW is considering how it may create opportunities for personalisation.
Volkswagen (VW) is following other car manufacturers in experimenting with potential uses for headlights and taillights beyond illuminating the road. Matrix LED lighting is being used, similar to technology already available on some European vehicles. VW’s system uses 30,000 individual light points and could be used on the Touareg model to project markings relating to other vehicles and its own trajectory on the road, according to the carmaker. As well as improving safety by potentially using the adjustable lighting elements to display different symbols showing hazards or car information, VW is considering how it may create opportunities for personalisation.