Has anyone upgraded from the normal bendy lights to adaptive shadow lights?

Can I do this on a US spec car? Part numbers?

These are called matrix LEDs by some makers, but no matter the name, anything is possible for right amount of money; just not stock from the factory for a North American S60.

 

If you have the active bending lights the hardware is usually already there however it is disabled in software because it's technically illegal in the USA at this time. That said it can be activated via some 3rd party software called OrBit.

 

And if you do Volvo will stop all updates to your car. And you are F*** lol

 

Has anyone upgraded from the normal bendy lights to adaptive shadow lights?

Can I do this on a US spec car? Part numbers?

If you don't already have the hardware:

https://forums.spaycetech.com/showthread.php?tid=165

 

• Generally -- having personally used OrBit for months and extensively communicated with the author -- its a pretty safe tool to use and risk of getting "blocked" is quite low.
• Your overall warranty is protected by Magnuson Moss act (in the US) -- using OrBit is likely no different than any other aftermarket mod.
• Yes it's possible that a dealership could plug your car into VIDA, and Volvo could detect the modifications and "block" the car. That's not true today.
• You can "restore to OEM" in OrBit, before going to a dealer, and there's no trace the car was ever modified.
• If you do get "blocked", there is a process to get unblocked. The author of OrBit went through this process himself (though he was originally blocked for a different reason). I believe it's documented somewhere on this forum or Orbit's.
• This whole thread is pretty insightful: https://www.swedespeed.com/threads/launching-into-orbit-spa-config-changes.663122/post-8044876

 

At least I finally understand where the term "Shadow Lights" are coming from. I've never heard that term. 🤣
I am absolutely turning this feature on after my CPO ends in January. Not that I'm worried about Volvo finding out, my Mazda radio has been hacked for years and I never had a single problem letting my dealer know. Did not effect any warranty outside the radio.
When I bought my Mazda one of the features I was most excited about was the adaptive headlight feature. I saw this video

and was so pumped to try it.
Then found out that was a "Rest of World" feature and not available in the US.
I was floored. Turns out "Active" for Mazda in the US just means... bendy.
Crazy to not want to turn this feature on Kamil. Just because it wasn't legal when you bought your car, it is legal now as of Spring 2022.

 

I want the future, I even posted I would pay for it. However, I care more about updates and warranty.

 

I’m not sure what your point is was just trying to help you and anybody else to have all of the information before they go and spend money on something that could potentially cost thousands of dollars more if they mess up their car or the warranty.

I apologize if receiving all the information is too much to process.

Have fun modifying the lights.

 

I'll activate this in orbit. I'm interested in this feature.

 

Speaking of Orbit, have you seen a setting to permanently enable the polestar exhaust mode? The exhaust valve is easy enough to override by removing the connector, but without the the active noise cancellation from the audio system, the engine sound is quite harsh. Thanks!

 

Not to beat a dead horse here, but I do think you're being a bit over the top, Kamil. This is a factory setting that literally every car company is doing in Europe\Asia\Australia. We are the only country in the world that hasn't gotten fully onboard with these yet because of some left over law from the 60's.
They are 100% proven and safe. This is not some hack (like I did to my Mazda). Several car companies even admit they are the same headlights in the USA and once NHTSA gets off it's ass to approve the testing phase, they will be able to unlock these lights with a software update.
This is such a cool tech. Ford's even taking it to the next level showing the speed limit ON THE ROAD in front of you.

 

No to beat a dead horse here, but I do think you're being a bit over the top, Kamil. This is a factory setting that literally every car company is doing in Europe\Asia\Australia. We are the only country in the world that hasn't gotten fully onboard with these yet because of some left over law from the 60's.
They are 100% proven and safe. This is not some hack (like I did to my Mazda). Several car companies even admit they are the same headlights in the USA and once NHTSA gets off it's ass to approve the testing phase, they will be able to unlock these lights with a software update.
This is such a cool tech. Ford's even taking it to the next level showing the speed limit ON THE ROAD in front of you.

Mercedes does the same and I think Audi's as well on the latest gen. But Ford has them higher and stronger. I've driven 1 last year and they were amazing. Such a shame Volvo had the mirror headlights instead of projector

 

One last bit of clarification for me. Do I need a front facing camera for this?
How does the car do it?

 

You'll need IntelliSafe camera behind the rearview mirror. Also compatible headlights. Does it say "Active High Beam" inside?

 

Apparently, one of the reasons these systems haven't been greenlighted completely in the US is because the brightness of the high beams used in the rest of the world exceeds the amount currently allowed in the US.

So, my question is: if you activate this on Orbit, do you get the increased light intensity you would get say in Europe or do you get the shadowing function, but at the lower intensity used in the US?

 

Where did you see that? Having looked at this extensively in the past, I've never seen that mentioned as a reason.

 

I've read several articles that addresses this. Here are a few:

https://www.nytimes.com/2022/02/18/business/us-approves-smart-headlights.html

Blinded by the light: U.S. cars still lack glare-reducing headlights

Adaptive driving beams have been used in Europe since 2012. They are now available on vehicles sold in every major automotive market worldwide, except the U.S.

www.nbcnews.com

Here’s Why The Audi Q6 E-Tron’s Active Headlights Won’t Be Offered In The US

Laws regarding automotive lighting in the US have been updated, but Audi's advanced system still doesn't make the cut. Here's why.

www.motor1.com

NHTSA roadblocking headlight technology that could save lives

Difficulties in certification and testing is leaving safer, smarter lights on the shelf

www.newsweek.com

 

Apparently, one of the reasons these systems haven't been greenlighted completely in the US is because the brightness of the high beams used in the rest of the world exceeds the amount currently allowed in the US.

So, my question is: if you activate this on Orbit, do you get the increased light intensity you would get say in Europe or do you get the shadowing function, but at the lower intensity used in the US?

Where did you see that? Having looked at this extensively in the past, I've never seen that mentioned as a reason.

Regulations are about wattage. And from what I know, it is the same everywhere so no issues there

 

That very first article just makes me even more angry we still don't have this. Audi has had this...since 2012? And was allowed to sell and use it in Europe....in 2012. Soon to be 12 years ago...
And we're still...'testing'...god this country pisses me off some times.
Reminds me of the time we were in Canada 5 years ago. At a restaurant where they bring the credit card machine to your table...because in Canada, your credit card never leaves your possession. Literally everywhere they bring the machine to you. So I commented "Oh, that's neat and very forward thinking. And you guys are switching to embedded chip cards too?"
Waitress: "We switched to chip cards like 10 years ago..."
(They also dropped the 'penny' 10 years ago too).
Sorry, sidetrack...

 

Amazed by how these lights operate, especially in dark rural streets - the headlight focuses on several dark sides, without annoying other vehicles.
One of the most appreciated features in my new car (got it delivered last week).

 

oh this is so cool!