Gasgoo Munich- Valeo has launched its extended reality (XR) gaming experience in the Renault Filante, the latest flagship from Renault Korea. It marks the world’s first fully integrated XR gaming feature in a mass-produced vehicle. Running on the car’s existing sensors, cameras, and computing hardware, the system merges virtual gameplay with real-world road conditions using real-time data and environmental perception. The result is an immersive experience synchronized with the vehicle's movement.
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First unveiled as the "Valeo Racer" concept at SXSW 2024, the solution moved from prototype to production in under a year. By using the actual road environment as the gaming backdrop, passengers receive virtual feedback that matches the car's dynamics in real time. Unlike traditional entertainment that ignores motion, this system offers a distinct advantage in reducing motion sickness.
Marc Vrecko, CEO of Valeo’s Smart Systems division, said the transition of Valeo Racer from concept to production demonstrates the company’s efficiency in turning R&D into customer value. He emphasized that through engineering collaboration with Renault Korea, Valeo is redefining in-car interaction through perception technology, software integration, and experience design.
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Nicolas Paris, CEO of Renault Korea, noted that the Filante embodies the brand’s strategy of fusing emotional design, digital experiences, and cutting-edge technology. He added that the rollout of the XR function demonstrates the partnership’s ability to rapidly deliver innovative concepts in a mass-production environment.
The production debut also highlights how software-defined vehicle (SDV) architectures enable feature expansion. Rather than adding extra hardware, Valeo built the system using the car’s existing perception suite and computing resources. This approach delivers a scalable, value-added solution while maintaining safety and comfort standards.
Developed and manufactured locally in South Korea, the Renault Filante is a key model for the Renault Group’s localization strategy in high-value markets. With its focus on advanced connectivity, a digital cockpit layout, and user-centric design, the vehicle provides an entry point for XR technology to enter the factory-installed market.
Valeo has increasingly pushed for vehicles to evolve into updatable digital platforms. This production milestone further strengthens its engineering capabilities at the intersection of sensor fusion, real-time data processing, and cockpit interaction technology.
