Boréas Technologies Expands Haptic Module to NIO ES8, Extending Advanced Touch Technology Across NIO Lineup
BROMONT, Québec, [November 26], 2025
Boréas Technologies, a pioneer in third-generation, piezo-based haptics for automotive, consumer and mobile applications, today announced that NIO, the global company for smart electric vehicles in the premium segment, has integrated Boréas' powerful automotive haptic module into TUI Bar, the touch area in the all-new ES8. This extends the industry-leading haptic experience from the NIO ET9 to NIO's all-scenario technology flagship SUV, bringing highly responsive, tactile feedback to an even broader range of premium electric vehicle customers. The all-new ES8 achieved 10,000 deliveries in just 41 days following its September 2025 launch, with NIO increasing production capacity by 70% to meet strong customer demand, demonstrating that customers recognize and value the superior user experience that advanced haptic technology provides.
"The all-new ES8's TUI Bar touch area continues NIO's commitment to benchmark user interface design," said Felix Wu, Head of Digital Space Experience Team & Expert, Experience Manager in Digital Product Experience Department, NIO. "Enabled by Boréas' automotive haptic module, it's an ultra-responsive, richly textured platform that enhances the overall feeling of luxury you experience when you're driving the ES8.
"Instead of using older LRA technology, which produces a mushy tactile sensation at best, the ES8's TUI Bar uses Boréas' piezo haptic technology to best advantage, rendering crisp and reassuring touch feedback that rapidly confirms driver-selected functionality through an elegant touch interface," added Mr. Wu.
The ES8's rapid market adoption, reaching 10,000 deliveries in just over a month, demonstrates that customers recognize and value the superior user experience that advanced haptic technology provides. "NIO continues to lead the way in adopting the most technologically advanced functionality in tech-luxury EVs, and the market is rewarding them for that" said Simon Chaput, President & Founder, Boréas Technologies. "By integrating Boréas' automotive haptic module into TUI Bar in the all-new ES8, NIO is bringing exceptional haptic feedback to their all-scenario technology flagship SUV. This promotes safer driving because drivers who experience realistic tactile confirmation on a touch platform keep their eyes on the road instead of on a screen. The expansion of TUI Bar to the ES8 reinforces the value that precise, reassuring touch feedback brings to the premium automotive experience."
The all-new ES8's TUI Bar supports a compelling set of user experiences: Its three-zone design is multi-faceted, with the left and right zones controlling the driver and passenger Skyline screens respectively, while the middle zone interacts with the ICS central control screen. Drivers and passengers can use the central control screen in a variety of ways, such as adjusting the progress of songs, selecting media, and controlling the volume.
TUI Bar also supports tapping for rewind or fast-forward as well as different functionality for one-, two- and even three-finger usage.
About Boréas' Automotive Haptic Module
Boréas' automotive haptic module leverages piezoelectric (piezo) design to offer dramatic improvements in quality and feedback response time over other haptic technologies. Boréas thereby allows automotive OEMs and integrators to provide the reassuring tactile feedback that satisfies the human need for intuitive touch.
Featuring Boréas CapDrive® Technology, a patented, scalable, ultra-low-power architecture that promotes responsive localized haptic feedback and integrated force sensing in a wide range of applications, Boréas' automotive haptic module includes the BOS1211, its powerful piezo haptic driver IC that is AEC-Q100 Grade 2 qualified for the automotive market.
About Boréas Technologies
Boréas Technologies Inc. is an award-winning fabless semiconductor company commercializing ultra-low-power piezo IC platforms in automotive, consumer and industrial markets. With origins in research conducted at Harvard University, Boréas is based in Bromont, Québec and is supported by a global distribution network. The company's CapDrive ICs are ideal for automotive environments, PC trackpads, smartwatches and fitness trackers, smartphones, VR game controllers and peripherals, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Connect with Boréas on LinkedIn or email: info@boreas.ca.
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