Betely Automotive Coatings: How can a single display convey the “premium feel” of an intelligent cockpit?

2026-03-19 14:23

 

From cold, hard hardware to warm, tactile interfaces, the interior of smart cars is undergoing a revolution in texture—moving from surface to substance. As the nexus of visual and haptic experiences within the cabin, the central display not only conveys information but also directly shapes the user’s journey.

The premium feel of a screen often begins the moment your fingertips make contact—does it deliver a smooth, matte finish that resists fingerprints, or a silky‑soft, skin‑friendly touch? Behind this lies coating technology, meticulously tailored to meet diverse material and design requirements.

Today, we’ll explore the “technological veneer” behind the central control screen and how Betely uses two distinct coating solutions to imbue the smart cockpit with tactile elegance.

 

Why does the central control screen require a proprietary coating?

In the cars of the future, the screen will serve as both the central hub for interaction and an emotional bridge. Its surface must simultaneously possess:

● Durability: Withstands tens of millions of touches and everyday wear and tear.

● Aesthetic appeal: matte and soft, with sophisticated colors and a visually pleasing finish.

● Easy to clean: fingerprint‑resistant and oil‑repellent, keeping it looking fresh at all times.

● Eco-friendly and safe: Meets in-vehicle VOC standards to protect your health.

● Tactile Experience: Either delicately matte or luxuriously silky to the touch, enhancing user interaction pleasure.

Bettley Automotive Coatings offers two solutions to meet diverse needs:

 

Option 1: High-Weather-Resistant Magnesium-Aluminum Coating — A Durable Choice for High-Temperature Applications

Specifically developed for magnesium-aluminum alloy screen backplates, it is now in mass production at Li Auto.

Craftsmanship features:

● Double-layer high-temperature curing system: primer + topcoat, cured and formed at 150°C.

● Excellent adhesion: Special treatment for magnesium and aluminum substrates ensures strong bonding.

● Matte visual texture: Gloss level precisely controlled at 13±2G, with minimal reflection that does not interfere with driving.

Core Advantages:

● High hardness and excellent wear resistance, with strong scratch resistance.

● Fingerprint-resistant and stain-resistant, easy to clean

● Excellent stability in high-temperature environments

Environmentally friendly and harmless, compliant with automotive interior material standards.

 

Option 2: SilkFeel Silk‑Touch UV Coating — a low‑temperature system, the choice for superior texture.  

Breaking the boundaries of traditional tactile sensations, it is crafted for vehicles that prioritize an unparalleled, skin‑friendly experience.

Craftsmanship features:

● Three-layer low-temperature curing system: primer + color coat + matte UV topcoat

● Excimer curing technology: Creates a microscopic “silk-like structure” on the surface, delivering a silky‑smooth touch.

● Compatible with multiple materials: Not limited to metals, it also supports a variety of substrates such as ABS.

Core Advantages:

● A groundbreaking silk-like touch that elevates the interior’s sense of luxury.

● Strong anti-fingerprint performance, leaving virtually no marks.

● Combines excellent wear resistance with a silky-smooth feel, presenting significant technical challenges.

● Certified by multiple OEMs for environmental compliance and volatile emissions.

 

Core difference: Homologous adaptation, with each excelling in its own strengths.

● If what you’re looking for is: a rugged, high-tech aesthetic, exceptional wear resistance, and superior high-temperature stability

→ Magnesium–aluminum coating systems are a more reliable choice, particularly suited for metal substrates and high‑stress applications.

● If what you’re looking for is: a soft, skin-friendly feel, a luxurious touch, and compatibility with multiple materials

→ The silk‑like, UV‑coated finish delivers a more emotive surface experience, making it ideal for interior designs that demand superior tactile quality.

 

 

Betely: Dual-Technology Synergy Empowers Cockpit Upgrades

Betely adopts a dual‑product strategy to comprehensively meet the coating needs of center‑console screen backplates, with both products advancing in tandem to deliver precise, high‑efficiency, customized solutions for automakers. If you’re seeking a reliable solution for surface treatment of center‑console screens and interior components, we invite you to connect with us. Together, let’s harness coating technology to shape the future of intelligent mobility.