Discover Plastic Omnium’s latest innovations at NAIAS Detroit Auto Show 2018: smart bumpers and tailgates

Plastic Omnium presents its latest innovations: ever smarter bumpers, lighter and more interactive hatches, reinforcing its innovation strategy for an ever cleaner, safer and connected car.

PLASTIC OMNIUM PRESENTS BUMPERS THAT ARE ALWAYS MORE INTELLIGENT AND CONNECTED • Integrated radarsPlastic Omnium has developed new technologies for plastic materials, permeable to magnetic waves, thus enabling better performance of integrated radars.

• Innovative Grille grilleThe multifunctional grill grille combines three major technologies: a radar-compatible chrome appearance, previously impossible; A defrost function, guaranteeing its operation in all weather conditions; An integrated light signature thanks to flexible optical fibers.

• Shock Absorption and Detection SystemThe Plastic Omnium bumper offers a shock absorption module incorporating multiple functions, from the integration of innovative detection systems to the improvement of impact management. It also carries an active aerodynamic system. And, lighter, it helps reduce CO2 emissions.

PLASTIC OMNIUM HAS A LIGHTER AND MORE INTERACTIVE TAILGATE • Safety and customizationPlastic Omnium has developed a new-generation hatchback made of high-performance composite materials that integrates many aerodynamic and interactive features. The tailgate can display messages. A transparent area dedicated to communication allows a personalized light display according to the choice of the driver, to communicate with his environment.

• An interactive hatchback Thanks to the solutions developed, the tailgate interacts in three ways: face recognition unlocks the vehicle using specific software; The system of “touch and open” and “touch and stop” works thanks to a conductive paint; The detection of obstacles on the ground or in height makes it possible to avoid damage when opening the trunk.

• Aerodynamic tailgateThe use of active technologies such as an active spoiler, side baffles or a mobile underfloor diffuser improves aerodynamics and allows a reduction of 2g / km of CO2.

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