Corning Unveils Vision for Ultimate Driving Experience at CES 2017
January 05 2017 - 2:00PM
Innovations in advanced glass technology enable cleaner,
safer,
more enhanced automotive
solutions
CORNING, N.Y.,
JANUARY 5, 2017 - Corning Incorporated (NYSE: GLW) today
unveiled its glass-enabled concept vehicle in its booth (#14146,
Central Hall) at the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES)
in Las Vegas, showcasing the breadth of Corning® Gorilla® Glass for
Automotive applications.
As the automotive industry rapidly changes, driven
by new trends in connectivity, fuel efficiency, and social
behavior, Corning sees exciting new opportunities for the role of
advanced glass technologies, both inside and outside vehicles.
"By bringing Corning Gorilla Glass to the
automotive industry, Corning is delivering lighter, tougher, and
more optically advantaged solutions, enabling improved fuel
efficiency, and a safer, more enhanced user experience for both
drivers and passengers," said Marty Curran, executive vice
president and innovation officer. "Corning's leading position in
mobile device cover glass has provided an excellent launch pad for
glass solutions enabling smart-phone like connectivity in cars. We
are excited to be demonstrating all of these new technologies and
opportunities in a custom-built connected car, shown for the first
time at CES."
Corning's Connected Car, premiering at CES
features:
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A lightweight Gorilla Glass hybrid windshield
with augmented reality capabilities, providing real-time updates on
traffic and landmarks, and enabling a lighter, more fuel-efficient
ride.
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A seamless, flowing Gorilla Glass dashboard and
elegantly floating center console, providing users with fully
integrated connectivity that keeps drivers and passengers informed
and entertained.
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Gorilla Glass hybrid sunroof and backlites, with
additional lightweighting benefits, contributing to improved fuel
efficiency.
Throughout its history, Corning has built a
reputation as a world leader in precision glass, working directly
with customers and ecosystem partners to develop glass solutions
engineered for their specific needs and designs. The company is now
leveraging its precision glass capabilities, fusion manufacturing
expertise, and auto industry experience to extend Gorilla Glass
into the automotive glass market.
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1995), which are based on current expectations and assumptions
about Corning's financial results and business operations, that
involve substantial risks and uncertainties that could cause actual
results to differ materially. These risks and uncertainties
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conditions; conditions in the financial and credit
markets; currency fluctuations; tax rates; product demand
and industry capacity; competition; reliance on a concentrated
customer base; manufacturing efficiencies; cost reductions;
availability of critical components and materials; new product
commercialization; pricing fluctuations and changes in
the mix of sales between premium and non-premium products; new
plant start-up or restructuring costs; possible
disruption in commercial activities due to terrorist activity,
armed conflict, political or financial instability, natural
disasters, adverse weather conditions, or major health concerns;
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divestiture activities; the level of excess or obsolete inventory;
the rate of technology change; the ability to enforce patents;
product and components performance issues; retention of key
personnel; stock price fluctuations; and adverse litigation or
regulatory developments. These and other risk factors
are detailed in Corning's filings with the Securities and
Exchange Commission. Forward-looking statements speak only as
of the day that they are made, and Corning undertakes no obligation
to update them in light of new information or future events.
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About Corning
Incorporated
Corning (www.corning.com) is one of the world's leading innovators
in materials science. For more than 160 years, Corning has applied
its unparalleled expertise in specialty glass, ceramics, and
optical physics to develop products that have created new
industries and transformed people's lives. Corning succeeds through
sustained investment in R&D, a unique combination of material
and process innovation, and close collaboration with customers to
solve tough technology challenges. Corning's businesses and markets
are constantly evolving. Today, Corning's products enable diverse
industries such as consumer electronics, telecommunications,
transportation, and life sciences. They include damage-resistant
cover glass for smartphones and tablets; precision glass for
advanced displays; optical fiber, wireless technologies, and
connectivity solutions for high-speed communications networks;
trusted products that accelerate drug discovery and manufacturing;
and emissions-control products for cars, trucks, and off-road
vehicles.
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Giambrone
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974-5933
giambronai@corning.com
Investor Relations
Contact:
Ann H.S. Nicholson
(607) 974-6716
nicholsoas@corning.com
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