Smart Glass for Passenger Vehicles

Gauzy’s PDLC technologies, with or without segmentation, offer diverse applications in passenger vehicles, enhancing safety for drivers, comfort for passengers, and fuel efficiency.

OEMs selecting Gauzy’s technology cater to their customers’ needs, positioning us at the forefront of future mobility systems as the automotive industry shifts towards electric and autonomous vehicles.​

Gauzy is working with leading OEM’s and Tier 1 suppliers to integrate our technology through a system based approach. Instant shading and solar reflection eliminates road glare and mitigates interior temperatures while providing manufactures a solution that reduces material costs, optimizes space, and saves energy.  

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Optimize Space

Instantly dimming windows block up to 99% of light eliminating glare and heat that disrupts drivers and passengers

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Comfort

Customizable shading, temperature control, and glare reduction for a better driving experience.

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Improve Safety

Reduce glare, minimize blind spots, improve privacy and aid collision prevention, enhancing road safety.

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Sustainability

Reduce energy consumption through solar control, minimizing the need for heating and cooling systems

Smart Glass technologies

PDLC ​

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A variety of automotive-grade Polymer Dispersed Liquid Crystal products switch in millisecond between transparent and opaque for bright yet ambient interiors with solar light control ​

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Patented Suspended Particle Device technology blocks up to 99% of visible light for dimmable shading that maintains a view for continued visibility, glare blocking, and contrast in transparent displays ​

Automotive Smart Glass Applications

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Sunroofs​

Sunroofs with PDLC or SPD allow for optimized headspace in EVs while allowing instant light control for comfort and cooling ​

Sunvisors ​

Windshields with segmented SPD instantly dim to block disruptive glare that affects driving​

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Passenger Windows ​

Side windows with PDLC or SPD allow for dynamic light control, privacy, and thermal comfort ​

Side Window Displays​

PDLC paired with projection create an HD surface for displays that instantly switch transparent ​

High Contrast HUD ​

SPD in its tinted state creates a high contrast display, ideal for HUDs as chosen by BMW​

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Visit Gauzy’s Safety Tech unit to learn about our ADAS, CMS, and Driver Protection Barrier products for Trucks, Buses, Coaches, Agro vehicles and more

LCG® Smart Glass Benefits for OEMs

  • Solar control properties reduce heating and cooling requirements
  • 99% UV blocking protects interiors from fading
  • Enhances design with a strong brand statement
  • Promotes passenger and driver safety
  • Creates revenue and communication opportunities
  • Easy maintenance and cleaning
  • Fully customized solutions

LCG® Smart Glass Benefits for Drivers

  • Enhances modern vehicle design
  • Provides on-demand privacy for passengers and drivers
  • Ensures thermal comfort with solar IR control technology
  • Offers shade with a view, allowing connection to the outdoors
  • Provides access to route information and visual engagement features
  • Maximizes the use of natural light within the vehicle
  • Easy-to-clean solution maintaining hygienic interiors

Trusted by leading brands

These companies represent only a subset of our automotive partnerships. We collaborate with numerous other confidential entities across various industries

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FAQ

Questions and Answers

LCG® is ideal for panoramic sunroofs, replacing sun visors and spider nets with patterning, and in passenger windows. 

SPD blocks 99% of light, making it ideal for shading interiors without blocking views of the surrounding environment. Shade reduces glare, keeps the car cool, and protects interiors from discoloration due to prolonged sun exposure. 

LCG® windows in cars can instantly become an advertising platform with time and location-based content when paired with a projector. When opaque, the windows are a screen. When transparent, windows are drive ready. 

Gauzy has a specially developed automotive grade controller with unique packaging that is integrated directly into the body of the vehicle. 

Gauzy is currently working with world leading OEM’s and Tier 1 suppliers. We will offer an aftermarket solution for private vehicles in the near future. 

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