April 16 2025 – At Auto Shanghai 2025, Continental will showcase its full range of scalable automotive light solutions, from low-cost options like the Headlamp Control Module (HCM) Air control unit to high-performant software functions like automatic leveling of the low-beam mode, to unique premium solutions like the new near-field projection based on laser beam scanning (LBS). The technology significantly expands the possibilities of current projection methods through colors, a higher depth of field, and a better resolution.
Discover Continental's innovative automotive light systems, featuring advanced laser-based technology and smart software
We offer our customers a full ecosystem of high-end automotive light solutions. From single actuators to full digital solutions including E/E integration and software, we provide a real value-add
Jean-François Tarabbia
Head of Architecture and Networking Solutions at Continental
New laser-based technology expands options for near-field projections
With the LBS technology, Continental has developed an innovative, flexible and efficient light solution that further expands and improves the generation of full-dynamic projections in direct vicinity of the vehicle. With high resolution and a focus-free depth of field, it can project high-precision images or information like navigation guidance, safety alerts, and personalized driver messages onto the ground – even in color.
Innovative software solution enables new functions
In addition to the hardware, Continental also provides the necessary Software as a Product (SaaP) for the smooth integration of new functions into vehicle light systems. For example, the sensor-fusion-based Automatic Leveling function for head lamps, legally required for all new car type registrations in Europe from 2027, enables manufacturers to reduce the number of ECUs and sensors in a car.
New control units for more flexibility and less weight
Continental will also present various lighting control units. The HCM Air, for example, optimizes thermal design and offers more flexible channel configurations, thereby further enhancing lightweight construction and reducing system costs.
For more sophisticated requirements, Continental offers the new Central Light Computer (CLC), an intelligent hub for advanced automotive lighting that processes vehicle signals like light requests or sensor data to control basic and high-definition light actuators, interactive social displays, dynamic interior ambient light actuators, and near-field projectors.
