NUREMBERG, Germany--(BUSINESS WIRE)--VIA optronics and Antolin’s innovative Sunrise Cockpit Concept was honored in the ‘Smart Cockpit’ category at the prestigious 6th Gasgoo Awards. Held under the theme “Top 100 Players of China’s New Automotive Supply Chain,” the awards ceremony concluded successfully in Shanghai last October. Gasgoo, a leading platform for news, data, and analysis in the Chinese automotive industry, recognized the concept for its groundbreaking approach to user experience integration.
In this edition, the Top 100 Players were chosen by a jury based on five key criteria: innovation, technical feasibility, economic viability, market recognition, and user experience. These companies and technologies have been acknowledged for their outstanding performance in these domains.
The Sunrise Cockpit is a cutting-edge concept, designed for a seamless transition between manual and autonomous driving. This pioneering achievement, born from the strategic alliance between Antolin and VIA optronics, sets a new benchmark in user experience and display integration. The demonstrator features state-of-the-art 3D shaped surface displays, tactile interfaces, dynamic lighting, and vegetal coverings, each contributing to an elevated Phygital experience.
Gasgoo continues to drive innovation with its mission of “discovering great companies, promoting leading technologies, and empowering automotive professionals.” The 2024 Gasgoo Awards highlighted 10 key sectors: smart cockpit, intelligent driving, intelligent chassis, automotive software, automotive-grade chip, big data and AI, powertrain & EV charging & battery swapping, thermal management, vehicle body & interior & exterior, and new materials. These awards celebrate and encourage companies that dare to innovate and explore new frontiers.
Monica Ai, Managing Director of Antolin China, received the award on behalf of both companies. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the 100 outstanding companies and technologies honored as the Top 100 Players of China’s New Automotive Supply Chain!
About VIA:
VIA is a leading provider of interactive display solutions for multiple end markets in which superior functionality or durability is a critical differentiating factor. Its customizable technology is well-suited for high-end markets with unique specifications and demanding environments that pose technical and optical challenges for displays, such as bright ambient light, vibration and shock, extreme temperatures, and condensation. VIA’s interactive display systems combine system design, interactive displays, software functionality, cameras, and other hardware components. VIA’s intellectual property portfolio, process know-how, optical bonding, metal mesh touch sensor and camera module technologies provide enhanced display solutions built to meet the specific needs of its customers.
About Antolin
Antolin is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of vehicle components and a global supplier of technology solutions for automotive interiors. The company supplies the world’s leading car manufacturers through 120 factories in 25 countries. Antolin has about 22,000 employees and sales of €4.62 billion in 2023. Antolin offers high added value products via five Business Units: Overheads; Doors & Hard Trim; IPs & Central Consoles; Lighting, HMI & Electronics and Components & JITs.