Ambient Lighting

A backlit grille, mode-dependent cabin lighting and a concealed control surface make the Cuorerosso concept a study in how illumination can support both brand identity

Aviation’s long-running use of dynamic cabin lighting suggests a more functional role for automotive ambient light: helping occupants adapt to time, journey and state. Source

Flydubai’s selection of Panasonic Astrova for its Boeing 787-9 fleet is another sign that premium OLED is becoming established in demanding transport environments. Source date:

Aircraft cabins put relentless pressure on size, weight, power and passenger experience – the same forces now reshaping automotive lighting and displays. Source date: 2025-2026

Superyachts treat lighting as a whole-space experience rather than a collection of lamps, offering useful lessons for increasingly sophisticated vehicle cabins. Source date: 2025-2026 Primary

Marelli’s Flat Lit Surface combines OLED and Folia-LED rear lighting with personalised content and software-enabled functionality, pointing to a different product lifecycle for lamps. Source

Honda’s Super-ONE links cabin illumination to BOOST mode, adding light to the sound, display and powertrain cues that communicate vehicle state. Source date: 21 May

BMW Panoramic iDrive moves information into a full-width windscreen zone while the iX3 interior uses light and material to reduce the visual dominance of conventional