Newer lighting applications in vehicles

Automakers have equipped vehicles with main lighting systems for years; these include headlights and taillights as well as auxiliary lights such as daytime running lights (DRLs), turn indicator lights, fog lights, and center high-mounted stop lamps (CHMSL). These lighting systems are essentially designed to help drivers to safely operate their vehicles.

Lately, automakers have started equipping new vehicles with new exterior illumination solutions, which mainly contribute to designing the light signature of a vehicle. Such solutions include the illuminated grille (or bumper), illuminated front and rear light bars and illuminated logos. In addition, some automakers are installing projection lights in vehicles that project brand, logo or certain driving information near the vehicle.

Our latest report on Newer lighting applications in vehicles offers a detailed overview of new use cases of lighting in vehicles. It covers new exterior illumination solutions such as illuminated grilles, illuminated logos and illuminated front and rear light bars as well as projection solutions. The report extensively uses S&P Global Mobility’s component forecast for front lights and rear lights as well as exterior illumination solutions, which are correct as of July 31, 2024.