Forvia Hella has collaborated with Zeekr to develop Galaxy Diamond Matrix Headlamps for its flagship SUV Zeekr 8X. These headlamps are equipped with the next Hella generation of chip-based high-definition matrix SSL|HD lighting modules. Each headlamp features around 25,000 individually and intelligently controllable pixels. On March 16, Zeekr Auto launched the model’s technical reveal and began pre-sales. The launch of these headlamps marks the very first full localization of the SSL | HD lighting technology in China.
“The debut of the Zeekr 8X headlamps is an important milestone in FORVIA HELLA’s localization strategy in China. Not only are we equipping the world-leading high resolution SSL|HD technology for local automakers in China for the first time, but we have also achieved full localization of this technology, demonstrating our firm commitment to supporting our customers and the local market”, says Didier Keskas, Head of Lighting Business in the Asia-Pacific Region at FORVIA HELLA. “Through deep collaboration with Zeekr, we will continue to drive innovation and the adoption of high-end lighting technology, helping China’s automotive industry move toward a new stage of intelligence and premiumization, and bringing users a safer, smarter, and more personalized lighting experience.”
In the Zeekr 8X, a high-resolution LED chip smaller than a fingernail can generate around 25,000 pixels per headlamp. Additionally, these headlamps are equipped with an extra 16-zone adaptive lighting module beneath the main lamp, greatly enhancing core functions such as adaptive lighting and glare-free high beams, and delivering a more complex and intelligent lighting experience.
With the high-precision pixel control of SSL|HD lighting technology, these headlamps can accurately project lane markings and dynamic light signals, effectively assisting drivers in recognizing road information and improving the vehicle’s active safety performance. For example, while driving, the headlamps can project optimal driving lanes on highways or narrow construction zones, creating an extra layer of safety for drivers.
In addition, the headlamps support personalized customization of complex patterns and animation effects, including a variety of dynamic light signals such as welcome and farewell modes, pedestrian courtesy, sentry mode, and lifeform monitoring display, and can continuously enrich lighting effects through updates over the air (OTA), opening up more intelligent interactive scenarios.
The Zeekr 8X headlamps are inspired by the design concept “Eyes Like Stars, Movement Reveals the Galaxy,” resembling a pair of eyes and ingeniously blending a sense of technology with artistic. The two horizontal light strips above and below each headlamp use innovative LED layouts and precise optical design, not only meeting regulatory requirements for position lights and direction indicators, but also, when unlit, refract rich layers and light-shadow changes from different angles, creating a dazzling diamond-like visual effect with a strong sense of luxury.
The dotted LED design on the side of the headlamps cleverly simulates a starry night sky, creating a romantic and highly technological atmosphere that adds a unique artistic touch to the vehicle.
Thanks to FORVIA HELLA’s high-precision SSL | HD matrix LED system, these headlamps can project intricate, dynamic galaxy light effects in parking mode, making the interplay of light and shadow feel almost tangible.
