The automotive sector is in a state of continuous evolution, and as new advancements in light sources emerge, several trends are reshaping the appearance and ambiance of vehicles. From slender light strips to uniform, radiant surfaces, automakers have a spectrum of design choices at their disposal to bestow their vehicles with a graceful and refined visual appeal. In this article, Daniela Karthaus presents the HELLA use case and explains how free-form micro-optics can have applications for automotive lighting.