Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Xpeng Motors has partnered with tech giant Huawei to develop what they claim is the world's most advanced augmented reality heads-up display (AR-HUD) system. The collaboration combines Xpeng's AI-driven software capabilities with Huawei's cutting-edge optical hardware technology, marking a significant milestone in automotive display innovation.
Massive 87-Inch Display with Industry-Leading Specifications
The Zhuiguang Quanjing (Chasing Light Panoramic) AR-HUD system features an impressive 87-inch ultra-large display that can span across multiple lanes. The system delivers exceptional visual performance with 12,000 nits brightness, 1800:1 contrast ratio, and 85% NTSC color gamut coverage. These specifications ensure clear visibility under various lighting conditions, from bright sunlight to nighttime driving scenarios.
AR-HUD Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Display Size | 87 inches |
| Brightness | ≥12,000 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1800:1 |
| Color Gamut | 85% NTSC |
| Virtual Image Distance | 10 meters |
| Display Delay | 100 milliseconds |
| Distortion Rate | <1% |
Revolutionary Road-Integrated Navigation Technology
One of the system's most groundbreaking features is its ability to literally paint navigation routes directly onto real roads through the windshield. This AR lane-level navigation technology represents an industry first, allowing drivers to see exactly where they need to go without looking away from the road. The system covers eight major driving scenarios including main and auxiliary roads, intersections, curves, roundabouts, misaligned junctions, tunnels, slopes, and elevated highways.
Supported Driving Scenarios
The AR-HUD system covers 8 major driving scenarios:
- Main and auxiliary roads
- Road intersections and forks
- Curved roads and bends
- Roundabouts
- Misaligned road junctions
- Tunnel passages
- Uphill and downhill slopes
- Highway on-ramps and off-ramps
Advanced AI Integration and Safety Features
The AR-HUD system incorporates Xpeng's advanced driver assistance algorithms and 3D occupancy network technology to provide intelligent safety warnings. It can predict and alert drivers to potential hazards such as lane changes by vehicles ahead, pedestrians suddenly entering the roadway, and various weather-related visibility issues. The system also offers comprehensive safety assistance including side and rear warnings, automatic vehicle and lane marking identification, and guidance through narrow passages.
Technical Innovation Behind the Display
Huawei's contribution centers on its proprietary optical algorithms, systems, and components that form the foundation of the AR-HUD platform. The system uses a self-developed LCoS imaging module with automotive-grade LCoS chips. To address common HUD problems like motion sickness and display instability, the companies have implemented AR anti-shake technology, slope compensation, and delay compensation algorithms that maintain perfect alignment between virtual images and real-world objects.
Market Debut with Xpeng G7
The revolutionary AR-HUD system will make its commercial debut in Xpeng's upcoming G7 model, which the company describes as having generationally leading technological capabilities. This partnership represents a deepening relationship between Xpeng and Huawei, building on previous collaborations including HiCar integration in the P7+ model and industrial AI quality inspection systems.
Strategic Partnership Implications
The collaboration reflects broader trends in the Chinese automotive industry, where traditional boundaries between tech companies and automakers continue to blur. Following the announcement, Xpeng's stock price showed positive movement, with Hong Kong shares rising 1.02% to HKD 79.3, giving the company a total market capitalization of HKD 151 billion. The partnership positions both companies to compete more effectively in the rapidly evolving smart vehicle market, where advanced display and interaction technologies are becoming key differentiators for premium electric vehicles.