Overview of automotive sunroof assemblies

A car sunroof is a window placed on the roof of a car to effectively ensure air circulation inside the car. With the continuous development of automobile technology, car sunroofs have also become an important factor for more and more car owners to choose vehicle configuration. Different types of car sunroofs can bring different senses of openness and comfort to drivers and passengers.

At present, mainstream car companies mainly have three types of car sunroofs: built-in sunroofs, outward-opening sunroofs and panoramic sunroofs.

一、Car sunroof classification

1. Car built-in sunroof:

      Built-in sunroofs are a more traditional type of sunroof. They are opened by sliding a switch, allowing fresh air to enter the car through the sunroof. There are two types of built-in sunroofs: manual and electric. Manual built-in sunroofs require manual pushing of the window to open, while electric car built-in sunroofs can be opened and closed by motors, which is more convenient. At present, traditional built-in sunroofs still occupy a large market share. Advantages of built-in sunroofs: The sunroof has a large opening and a simple and beautiful appearance. Currently, most original sunroofs for mid- to high-end cars use built-in sunroofs.

2. Car sunroof with opening outside:

      Car outward-opening sunroof is similar to car built-in sunroof, and is also a traditional type of sunroof. Car outward-opening sunroof is tilted upward, and can be opened manually or electrically to ventilate the car. Due to its upward tilt design, car outward-opening sunroof can better prevent wind and rain from entering the car compared to car built-in sunroof. Car outward-opening sunroof is small in size and very simple in structure. When the tilting sunroof is opened, it tilts up and opens to a certain angle, but the opening size is very limited. So relatively speaking, this outward-opening sunroof is not very complete in terms of functions, and there are very few such sunroofs now.

3.  Car Panoramic Sunroof

       Car panoramic sunroof is a type of sunroof that has become popular in recent years. Car panoramic sunroof allows passengers to enjoy a view of almost the entire roof, filling the car with light and ventilation. Panoramic sunroofs are usually divided into fixed and open types. Fixed panoramic sunroofs cannot be opened, and can only allow light and air to enter the car through the roof. Open panoramic sunroofs can be opened by buttons or knobs, making the car more ventilated and brighter. The advantages of car panoramic sunroofs are wide field of view and good ventilation. However, the cost of car panoramic sunroofs is relatively high and dust needs to be cleaned in time to avoid affecting the line of sight. However, the enjoyment of the super-large field of view of the panoramic sunroof is still favored by many consumers.

二、Car sunroof difference

       1. Differences in the degree of opening of car sunroofs The panoramic sunroof of a car is the most open, because the panoramic sunroof has a large area, which allows passengers to enjoy the view and sunlight of the entire top of the car. The degree of opening of the built-in sunroof and the outward-opening sunroof of a car is relatively small;

       2. Differences in the safety of car sunroofs The safety of car sunroofs is a very important factor. The built-in sunroof and the outward-opening sunroof of a car can seal the roof well when closed, effectively preventing rain and wind from entering the car. The panoramic sunroof of a car requires special attention, because when opening the sunroof at high speed, be careful not to open it too wide;

       3. Differences in the price of car sunroofs Different types of sunroofs have different prices. The panoramic sunroof of a car is usually the most expensive, and the material process requirements of the panoramic sunroof of a car are strict. The prices of the built-in sunroof and the outward-opening sunroof of a car are relatively low.

      4. Differences in operating methods of car sunroofs There are two operating methods for the above-mentioned car sunroofs, namely manual operation and electric operation. Obviously, electric operation is more convenient and quicker. The basis of electric operation of the car sunroof is the car sunroof motor, so the quality of the car sunroof motor is very important.

      In general, different types of car sunroofs have their own unique advantages. When buying a car, you should choose the type of sunroof that suits you according to your needs and budget. Regardless of the type of car sunroof, you should pay attention to its operational safety and daily maintenance to ensure the service life of the car and driving experience. 

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