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Burgos, Spain, November 14th, 2024 – Antolin, a global leader in automotive interior solutions, today announced the signing of a strategic development agreement with UltraSense Systems, a Silicon Valley-based pioneer in SmartSurface human-machine interface (HMI) system solutions. This partnership aims to create a wide range of SmartSurface touch systems specifically designed for automotive applications, significantly enhancing user experience both inside and outside the vehicle.
The collaboration will focus on designing, developing, and producing state-of-the-art SmartSurface HMI touch systems for various applications, including center console infotainment, HVAC controls, in-door seating controls, overhead systems, and exterior applications like smart emblem access for front and rear trunks. Additionally, Antolin and UltraSense plan to deliver comprehensive solutions to automotive Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs).
As vehicle technology evolves from mechanical interfaces to digital interactions, consumers increasingly demand intuitive and immersive experiences in their cars that do not detract in functionality. Recognizing this trend, Antolin and UltraSense will provide next-generation touch systems that seamlessly integrate into automotive interiors and exteriors while enhancing functionality and user-focused features.
“We are excited to announce this partnership with Antolin, one of the automotive industry’s foremost tier suppliers. Their acknowledgment of our SmartSurface HMI controllers and system design expertise underscores our ability to revolutionize the automotive touch experience for our joint customers,” said Daniel Goehl, Co-Founder and Chief Business Officer of UltraSense Systems. “This collaboration is a game-changer in delivering superior HMI solutions that set new performance standards in the market.”
Jorge Juarez, Executive Vice President Technology Solutions at Antolin, commented: “By merging Antolin’s extensive experience in developing and industrializing automotive interior solutions with UltraSense’s cutting-edge SmartSurface HMI semiconductors, we aim to reshape the vehicle experience and set new benchmarks for user interfaces and integration.”
Through this collaborative effort, Antolin will leverage UltraSense’s HMI design expertise in integrating multi-mode touch sensing, backlighting, and haptics solutions across various automotive applications. Together, the companies aspire to deliver an extensive range of interactive touch solutions that offer a premium experience with hidden solid-surface buttons that become visible only when needed.
This innovation will empower car manufacturers to craft more intuitive and engaging user interfaces, ultimately leading to exceptional driving experiences for consumers.
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. For more information, visit www.antolin.com.
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