From Smartauto.com, a close look at the 2024 Chinese vehicles equipped with smart glass. For 1, the Zeekr001You, there's more info n the J1A1 nanotech (reverse light valves) on the REFR legacy board, if you care to search for it. The Smartauto site also appears to have a boatload of info on the Chinese smart glass industry, but I'll post that later.
For #s 3 and 5 below, the Lightyear dimmable tech appears to be dyed LC, according to this Nio video at 0:17-18.
Translated from Chinese:
2024 Dimmable Glass Model Lineup
In the current wave of intelligence in the automotive industry, glass has become an important visual output medium for smart car data streams... in the current market environment that seeks differentiation. With its extensive coverage area, the panoramic skyroof has the potential to become the "fourth screen" inside the vehicle, following the in-car infotainment system.
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The issue of heat insulation caused by the intense sunlight on panoramic skyroof glass has become increasingly important. Dimmable glass has emerged as a solution due to its heat insulation, sound insulation, and privacy features. Major electric smart cars such as Lynk & Co FREE, GAC Aion S PLUS, Zeekr 001, NIO ES7/EC7/EC6/ET7, Hongqi H9, and Haise 07 have started to equip their vehicles with adjustable dimmable skyroof glass, indicating a promising development prospect.
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Compared to 2023, several more models have been equipped with dimmable glass this year. Today, I'll organize an introduction to the models with dimmable glass for 2024. If there are any omissions, please feel free to correct and discuss.
Based on this year's onboard cases, the LC technology route has realized commercial application, and domestic suppliers have also made breakthrough progress on the SPD technology route. Overall, dimmable glass technology has been successfully implemented in multiple models. With the successful verification of these technologies, the next key step remains to reduce costs so that these technologies can be applied in a wider range of models and gradually become standard equipment for panoramic skyroof models.
2024 Dimmable Glass Model Lineup
Zeekr001YOUOn February 27, 2024, the all-new Zeekr 001 was officially launched, with a total of four versions: WE Edition with 100kWh battery and rear-wheel drive, starting at 269,000 yuan; WE Edition with 95kWh battery and all-wheel drive, starting at 269,000 yuan; ME Edition with 100kWh battery and all-wheel drive, starting at 299,000 yuan; and YOU Edition with 100kWh battery and all-wheel drive, starting at 329,000 yuan.
The all-new Zeekr 001 YOU edition comes standard with an intelligent nano-dimming partitioned skyroof provided by Jingyi Technology. Jingyi Technology, in collaboration with Zeekr, has created a uniquely crafted intelligent nano-dimming partitioned skyroof, injecting unprecedented innovation into the vehicle.
Different from the traditional panoramic skyroof in cars, the Jingyi intelligent nano-dimming skyroof does not require the additional installation of a physical sunshade curtain to meet the daily needs of users for heat insulation, sun protection, and UV prevention.
Effectively enhances the sense of space inside the car, creating a more comfortable and natural driving experience.
Occupants can adjust the transparency of the skyroof glass in real-time according to personal preferences and actual needs, precisely controlling the interior lighting and privacy, thus enhancing the journey with a new sensory driving experience.
Through the 15.05-inch 2.5K flexible OLED sunflower central control screen and the 6-inch rear multi-functional touch screen, occupants can independently set the skyroof glass partitions for the cockpit and passenger compartment.
By incorporating advanced safety glass technology, the J1AIGLASS intelligent nano-dimming skyroof glass can effectively reduce the risk of glass shattering during a collision, providing occupants with enhanced safety.
The LV partition dimming skyroof industry boasts "4 bests": light shading rate can reach 83.5%-99.5%, response speed of 7 seconds, dimming mode with 10 zones and 10 levels, heat insulation capability of =87% in dark mode and =76% in bright mode, and UV blocking rate of =99.9%.
2. Zeekr 009 GloryOn April 19, 2024, the ZEEKR 009 Glory was officially launched, starting at 789,000 yuan.
The ZEEKR 009 Glory features the global premiere of LC privacy dimming glass, with its core functional layer developed from BOE SV's light curtain technology, and the assembly provided by Fuyao Glass.
The newly released four-seat ultra-luxury flagship ZEEKR 009 Glory has its rear side windows and rear quarter windows wrapped in BOE's LC intelligent light curtain, allowing nearly 40% of the vehicle's surface area in glass to adjust light according to the user's needs. It can achieve 10 levels of brightness adjustment, taking only 1.5 seconds to switch from brightest to darkest. It also supports a wide temperature range from -20°C to 85°C, with the dimming speed increasing with higher temperatures, making it a leader in the industry's dimming technology.
3. ??2024?ET7 (NIO 2024 ET7)On April 25, 2024, the NIO 2024 ET7 Executive Edition was launched. The price breakdown is as follows: - ET7 Executive Edition, Standard Range 75kWh, priced at ¥428,000. - ET7 Executive Edition, Long Range 100kWh, priced at ¥486,000. - ET7 Executive Signature Edition, Standard Range 75kWh, priced at ¥458,000. - ET7 Executive Signature Edition, Long Range 100kWh, priced at ¥516,000. The 2024 ET7 Executive Signature Edition comes standard with an intelligent dimming skyroof provided by Lightyear Technology. The ET7 flagship sedan is equipped with two intelligent partitioned dimming skyroofs, which integrate Lightyear's EC smart dimming film: a nanoscale coating, self-developed material system, and an electronically controlled flexible electrode. The overall product thickness is only 0.4mm. The front passengers and rear passengers can control the dimming separately, and it also features automatic dimming. The front cabin and rear cabin each have 4 levels of brightness adjustment, offering more choices for light intensity control. The ability to adjust brightness according to preferences caters to the different needs of the front and rear cabins, providing a more comfortable experience. 4. New Hongqi H9On April 25, 2024, the new Hongqi H9 was launched with?? (Glory).  The new Hongqi H9 is equipped with the first domestically launched stepless LC dimming glass in China. It uses dye liquid crystal dimming technology and supports a wide temperature range of intelligent dimming from -20°C to 85°C. It can block 99.9% of UV rays and 99.5% of visible light. The core functional layer is developed from BOE SV's light curtain technology, and the assembly is provided by Fuyao Glass. Equipped with the first LC stepless dimming glass introduced domestically, with millisecond-level light-changing response.
 When the sun is blazing and the strong light is dazzling, the light curtain effectively protects and prevents glare and eye discomfort.
 In extreme dark environments, where vehicle screens and phone screens remain lit, the light curtain also effectively protects passenger privacy.
5. BYD Haise 07EVOn May 10, 2024, the new star of BYD's Ocean series, the Haise 07EV, was launched with a stunning global live broadcast. The price breakdown is as follows: - 550 Standard Edition, priced at 189,800 yuan. - 610 Long Range Edition, priced at 199,800 yuan. - 610 Smart Navigation Edition, priced at 219,800 yuan. - 550 Four-wheel Drive Smart Navigation Edition, priced at 239,800 yuan. Among these, the 610 Long Range Edition offers an optional light-sensitive skyroof. Following the successful collaboration on the BYD Seal, Seal Champion Edition, and Song L, Lightyear Technology has once again joined forces with BYD, equipping the Haise 07EV with Lightyear's EC smart dimming skyroof. |
