Automotive LCD displays

Automotive LCD displays are a key component used for information display in modern vehicles, providing a variety of vehicle information and entertainment functions for drivers and passengers.

Main types

TFT-LCD display

The most commonly used type of automotive display

Provides high resolution, wide viewing angles, and fast response times

Full color display is supported

OLED display

It is gradually becoming popular among high-end models

Provides higher contrast and a wider color gamut

The emissive nature allows for a true black display

IPS-LCD display

Provides a wider viewing angle

Color reproduction is more accurate

Suitable for center console display

Main applications:

Dashboard display

Replace traditional mechanical instruments

The display layout can be customized

Display vehicle speed, rpm, fuel level, navigation and other information

Center console display

Vehicle infotainment interface

Air conditioning control

Navigation system display

Multimedia playback control

Head-up display (HUD)

Project key information onto the windshield

Reduce the driver's gaze shift

Rear entertainment display

Entertainment for rear passengers

It is usually installed on the back of the seat

Technical features:

Wide operating range: Adapt to extreme temperatures from -30°C to 85°C

High brightness: ensures visibility in direct sunlight (typically over 1000 nits)

Anti-glare treatment: Reduces reflections and improves visibility

Fast response time: Avoid ghosting of moving images

Long-life design: Meets the high reliability requirements of the automotive industry

Trends

Larger size: from 7-8 inches to more than 12 inches

Higher resolutions: Full HD and 4K displays are becoming more common

Curved design: more in line with the streamlined design of the car interior

Touch feedback: Provide a better user experience

Integrate more features: such as gesture control, biometrics, and more

Automotive LCD displays are becoming the core of human-machine interaction in vehicles, and their importance will be further enhanced as autonomous driving technology develops.