INNOVATION
Nova Car
OPEN INNOVATION LABORATORY PERFECTLY CONVEYS NOVARES’ EXPERTISE AND COLLABORATION WORK WITH STARTUPS
“Designed as a true open innovation laboratory, Nova Car is our demonstration vehicle. Whether we think about green mobility, in-vehicle well-being or the user interface, it perfectly represents our technical expertise and what we have achieved through working with our partners.
In 2021, the Nova Car programme has been boost, with four demonstration vehicles featuring ready-to-use technologies that are paving the way for greener travel. We also now have solutions dedicated to electric (including hydrogen), hybrid and combustion vehicles.”
Pierre Boulet, CEO of Novares
MORE THAN 40 INNOVATIONS #READY2GO
NOVA CAR EXPERIENCE
User Experience
Featuring innovations aimed at enhancing the user experience, this vehicle brings together all the innovations that make car travel smooth, quiet, comfortable, and convenient. From technology to reduce road and engine noise, to haptic touch controls and stylish displays, the car displays the latest innovations in in-car comfort.
TOUCH’N FEEL
High definition haptic feedback platform for human-machine interfaces
SQUEEZE COMMAND
Touch and pressure-sensing control buttons
NATURAL DECORATION
Range of natural decoration parts with low CO2 footprint
ACOUSTIC WAL (WHEEL-ARCH-LINER)
Plastic device to decrease tire noise
HYBRID ENGINE COVER
Acoustic engine cover from hybrid material
POLYURETHANE FOAM BEAUTY COVER
Stylish and functional engine cover
SILENT DUCT
Lightweight, high acoustic performance air intake duct
TONA
High performing turbo acoustic attenuator with polyurethane foam
Intuitive interface
Sleek and easy-to-use devices make the human-machine interface easier and instinctive, and this vehicle shows off the latest and best advances in intelligent design. From effective and unobtrusive air ventilation, to backlighting and subtle messaging, the car puts technology to work to seamlessly integrate with the needs and desires of its users.
SLIM’N STYLE
Slot design mechanical air vent without visible moving parts
SMART N’STYLE
Slot design electro-mechanical air vent without visible moving parts
ENJOY COMMUNICATION
Communication backlighting through a decorative surface
BRIGHT & SHADOW
Stylish branding adding ghosted effect to illuminated text or image on a high-gloss black background
SCROLL N’FEEL 1.0 W/IML
All-in-one designation for the Cover Lens
IME IN-MOLD ELECTRONICS
2D
2D in-mold printed electronics film for intuitive touch selection
SMART DOOR HMI
3D shape module, three 3D in-mold electronics technologies from Novares for car interiors
MY ABSOLUTE INTERFACE
Two flat-screen displays housed under a single curved cover lens
Green Mobility
Saving energy and reducing CO2 emissions, green mobility concerns us all. This vehicle highlights some of the cunning inventions designed to make tomorrow’s conventional, hybrid or electric cars greener than today. From better oil separation devices, thru lightweight components, to aerodynamic advances, this car brings together the myriad small improvements that lead to better overall environmental performance.
GREEN BAFFLE PLATE
Plug and play passive CO2 emissions reducer
GREEN BOOST
Aerodynamic deflectors for better overall car performance
COOLING BASE
High thermal efficiency and lightweight
COOLING FRAME
High temperature uniformity and thermal efficiency
FLYING WALL / OIL SEPARATION FLAP
A new solution for a safer engine lubrication
ULTIMATE DECANTATION (VENTURI)
High performance passive oil separator using air-boosting Venturi effect
TWO-STAGE THERMOSTATIC VALVE IN COOLING CIRCUIT
Pressure release system to prevent thermostat valve blocks
OIL MANAGEMENT FOR CO2 EMISSIONS REDUCTION
Plug and play active CO2 emissions reducer
INTERNAL CONNECTION BOARD
3 in 1 and swelling force absorption solution
MY SMART BATTERY MODULE
Plug and play solution with high thermal efficiency
PTC HEATED THERMOSTAT
Cost effective thermostat heater with safer electrical connections sealing
PLASTIC FUEL CELL COMPONENTS
Lightweight solution for fuel cell stack module
SMART WATER THERMAL MANAGEMENT FOR EMISSION REDUCTION
Energy harvesting module bringing local powertrain warm up
E-Green
The switch to electric vehicles is under way and Novares is working hard on innovations to make electric vehicles lighter, greener and more aesthetically pleasing. From stylish roof bars, thru smart tubes and connectors, to state-of-the-art ‘invisible’ antennae, this vehicle shows off the innovations that suit the latest automobile technology.
NOVA FAST
Quick, intuitive and smart fasteners for foldable roof bars
WHERE I AM
Ultra-precise antenna invisibly integrated into the car spoiler
E-MACHINE COMPONENT
Plastic modules for safer and more efficient e-Motors
ADVANCED AIS FOR EMISSION REDUCTION
Smart tube and connectors for leakage and disconnection monitoring
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