Autoblog brings word that BMW is the latest manufacturer to turn to LCD technology for its dash display. The benefits of such technology allow users to customise what they see, rather than being locked into a standard gauge layout.
Mercedes-Benz is already using an LCD system in its S Class and Jaguar/Land Rover have introduced LCD displays to their higher end models as well.
Adding extra navigation information to the main display, or making the rev counter more prominent; these are just a couple of examples of what can be done.
It’s understood BMW will first employ the LCD tech in their updated 5 Series and 7 Series models over the next couple of years. The trickle down effect means we’ll be seeing more of these displays in future and it will be interesting to see just how far manufacturers push this technology. There’s almost limitless potential.
[Source: Autoblog]
3 replies on “Pimp my dash display”
the ADR’s in oz mandate certain info in a specific location/layout, so for us it might not be that FUN.
example was the speedo/tacho change in the origional (new generation) mini
In regards to the R53 MINI, my understanding was the speedo could have been centrally mounted but was originally rejected because it was not angled towards the driver. I think BMW then lobbied to have the rules changed, and that’s why the speedo is in the middle for the R56.
They fixed the problem for the R56 by having a digital readout on the steering wheel guage, whilst still having a centre mounted speedo.
BTW the current 7 series has components of the dash that are LCD.