Faurecia Interior Systems

Premium materials and decorations

Every aspect of the Interior Systems demonstrator uses authentic materials: real woods, leathers, aluminum and quality textiles, applying these premium materials in a smart fashion.

The skins and trim that mark high-end comfort and luxury are gently transferred to highly affordable interiors. Instead of applying decorative trim around or over a functional unit, such as an air vent, the vent itself becomes a decoration. Similarly, on the door panel, where rivets holding the panel layers together once were simply covered by vinyl, Faurecia uses small, jewel-like decorative pieces as buttons in their place.

Cut-and-sew solutions

The demonstrator shows how the A and B sides of fabric can be treated separately for specific purposes while maintaining their premium quality. Interiors even can be made culture-specific by changing the decoration of an air vent or the color of a fabric. As original-equipment manufacturers expand their global offerings, a single platform can be rolled out in a fashion that addresses regional differences with different paint, skins, decorations and trims.

Embedded human-machine interface (HMI)

The demonstrator is equipped with an innovative "infoskin", a display rear-projected onto a layer integrated into the steering wheel. On the infoskin screen, the driver can view the vehicle's speed, navigation data and infotainment system controls.

Replacing the instrument cluster, an interactive decorated surface with backlighting is integrated into the center console.

Smartphone integration with wireless charging

Faurecia provides a passenger-side drawer that slides out to reveal a high-quality lining and a charging pad. A passenger can simply place a mobile phone in the drawer and it will charge wirelessly, without the danger of spilling liquids on it. On the center console is a storage area where the phone can slide into a Smart Dock to hold it in place, along with a second wireless charging station.

Seamlessly integrated ventilation

Replacing the traditional large, open air vents, the Interior Systems demonstrator integrates ventilation with the multi-layered surface of the instrument panel. Air flows along the layered surfaces and is directed toward the driver from behind the instrument panel surface, making the décor a functional part of the ventilation system.

Comfort and wellness features

The demonstrator provides storage areas that are at once usable and elegant, unlike the common large plastic bins. Lighting softens the interior and creates a mood as it glows from behind the interior's material surfaces. The built-in massage function on the floor allows the passenger to enjoy foot and leg massages, and pneumatics in the armrest on the door panel allow the driver to adjust the rest up or down through a power control.

Light and visible structures

The console structure is visible, producing a feeling of lighter weight and more flexibility for storage without multiple layers of materials for covers. Light-weighting is also promoted in the demonstrator through a unique crossbeam architecture and assembly process.

Collections by Faurecia

An array of materials, finishes, styles, decorations and technologies available for interiors, "Collections by Faurecia" displays 15 technologies, 250 color and graphic design creations, and 4,000 individual pieces in a mosaic and five tables containing parts fashioned to identify five design trends for 2012.