Lumax Auto Technologies, India consolidates subsidiaries, acquires full control of LFAE and Invests in Yokowo JV On May 29, Lumax Auto Technologies announced the acquisition of the remaining 15.97% stake in Lumax FAE Technologies Private Limited (LFAE) from Francisco Albero S.A.U. (FAE), Spain, for a consideration of INR 19.2 million, taking LFAE to a wholly owned subsidiary. LFAE manufactures oxygen sensors for automotive OEMs in India. FAE will...

News  Updated at: 2026/06/01

[Exclusive Interview] Yokowo: Advancing smart mobility through flexible mmWave connectivity The Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026 was held in Barcelona, Spain from March 2 to 5, 2026. During the event, MarkLines conducted exclusive interviews with several exhibitors showcasing next-generation connectivity technologies. At the joint booth of Yokowo Co., Ltd. and Yonezawa Bussan Co., Ltd., we interviewed Mr. Kensuke Oe, Sales Manager at Yokowo, and ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/27

Yokowo and others begin demonstration to visualize human flow data at Gunma Safari Park Efforts to visualize data of visitors’ movement and flow patterns by utilizing devices such as artificial intelligence (AI) cameras have begun at Gunma Safari Park in Tomioka City, Gunma Prefecture. This project will be led by companies including Yokowo Co., Ltd. (Yokowo), which manufactures automotive antennas and other products. It will be conducted from D...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/05

Yokowo to cut staff in China On December 22, Yokowo Co., Ltd. (Yokowo) announced that it will reform the business structure of Dongguan Yokowo Car Components Co., Ltd., its Chinese consolidated subsidiary, including early retirement of 200 employees. Related expenditures will be recorded as an extraordinary loss. Yokowo will conduct a restructuring in relation to its group companies’ in-vehicle communication device business due to the shrinkage...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/24

Yokowo to take over business partially from subsidiary of Tamura Yokowo Co., Ltd. (Yokowo) announced that it would take over a network solution business from Koha Co., Ltd. (Koha, Nerima Ward, Tokyo), a subsidiary of Tamura Corporation. The acquisition cost will be JPY 250 million. As of June 1, Yokowo will assume control of the business, which will be split from Koha. Amid the advancement of artificial intelligence (AI), the electrification of a...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/08

Yokowo introduces AI for automotive antenna design Yokowo Co., Ltd. (Yokowo) has introduced artificial intelligence (AI) in the design of automotive antennas. The company will also increase both its development efficiency and product lineup, and shorten production lead time. It intends to actively use AI for material development and business operations to increase productivity. Previously, developers created optimal shapes for each specification,...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/12

Yokowo develops biomass plastic connectors Yokowo Co., Ltd. (Yokowo) has developed connectors that use biomass plastic as a material. The new connectors have the same quality as conventional connectors and contribute to the reduction of CO2 emissions. The plastic is compatible with reflow-soldering and features halogen-free and flame-retardant properties. The company can accommodate various custom shapes upon request. Products can be molded with ...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/24

Yokowo to strengthen VCCS business and product portfolio, focusing on data transmission products Yokowo Co., Ltd. (Yokowo) will expand its product portfolio by, for example, entering the advanced driving assistance system (ADAS) market with its products in the Vehicle Communication Comfort & Safety (VCCS) segment. Having received a substantial inquiry for data transmitting products, the company will likely bring its mass production launch forward...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/26

Yokowo completes prototype of high-transmittance transparent antenna Yokowo Co., Ltd. (Yokowo) has completed a prototype of a transparent antenna with a transmittance ratio of 80% or more. The antenna supports a wide range of communication systems such as the 4th and 5th generation mobile communication systems, as well as WiFi 6, 6E and 7. It can be installed without spoiling design and appearance, and is expected to be used for vehicles, especia...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/28

Yokowo to strengthen R&D system in China Yokowo Co., Ltd. (Yokowo) will strengthen its research and development (R&D) system in China. It will add a new R&D function to its plant in Guangdong Province, China. Yokowo will first introduce a model-based development (MBD) system using an electromagnetic field simulator and artificial intelligence (AI) and then install an anechoic chamber that supports evaluations of fifth-generation mobile communicat...

News  Updated at: 2023/11/30

aptpod announces capital alliance with Yokowo and MACNICA aptpod, Inc. (aptpod, Shinjuku Ward, Tokyo), a supplier of middleware and other platform products for automobiles and industrial machinery, announced that it has entered into a business capital agreement with Yokowo Co., Ltd. (Yokowo) and MACNICA, Inc. (MACNICA, Kohoku Ward, Yokohama City) through a third-party allotment of new shares. The investment stake has not been disclosed. With Yoko...

News  Updated at: 2023/01/26

manufacturing of urea tank at the beginning of the financial year 2021. This is despite the COVID pandemic year. Lumax Metallic Private Limited will start working on new programs in FY 2021-22. Lumax Ituran has secured a letter of intent from a global OEM, SOP of which is expected in FY2023. Lumax Yokowo Technologies is set to commence production in the later part of FY2023 for antenna systems and other vehicle communication products. (Based on ...

News  Updated at: 2021/07/07

Lumax Auto Technologies updates about new business and JVs In an investor update, Lumax Auto Technologies announced that new business orders worth INR 4 billion was awarded in the last 6 months. The business orders would be envisaged over a period of three years. Key customers will be Maruti Suzuki, Bajaj, Mahindra, HMSI and Tata Motors. Lumax Yokowo Technologies is a new 50:50 joint ventures with Yokowo Technologies Limited Japan to manufacture ...

News  Updated at: 2021/02/15

Yokowo and Gunma University sign research collaboration agreement Yokowo Co., Ltd. (Yokowo) and Gunma University signed a comprehensive research collaboration agreement in October. Yokowo and Gunma University will collaborate in research and personal exchange by utilizing their technology and facilities, starting from themes such as semiconductor inspection methods and examination methods that use artificial intelligence. It was the first time fo...

News  Updated at: 2020/11/16

Yokowo to strengthen new business bases under new medium-term business plan Yokowo Co., Ltd. has announced the new medium-term business plan for the period through the fiscal year ending in March 2023. In addition to pursuing growth strategies for its existing business involving automotive and semiconductor inspections, the company will accelerate efforts toward strengthening new business bases such as basic research and digital transformation (D...

News  Updated at: 2020/11/16

Yokowo to set up automotive wiring harness facility in Philippines Reported on October 22, 2020, Japan-based Yokowo Co., Ltd. (Yokowo) is investing PHP 230 million to set up an automotive wiring harness facility in Bataan province of Philippines amid the COVID-19 crisis. The company will build the factory on a 3.7-hectare property in the Hermoso Ecozone Industrial Park to produce wire harness and components and employ about 800 workers.According ...

News  Updated at: 2020/10/26

Yokowo to establish production subsidiary in Philippines Yokowo Co., Ltd. (Yokowo) announced on August 24 that it will establish a subsidiary in the Philippines to manufacture in-vehicle communication devices. The purpose of this subsidiary is to respond to the multi-layers of the supply chain and increased business volume as a result of the global expansion of its main customers. The new subsidiary, Yokowo Manufacturing of the Philippines, Inc.,...

News  Updated at: 2020/08/26

Lumax Auto provides update of joint venture operations In an investor update, Lumax Auto Technologies Limited announced that its joint venture with Yokowo Technologies Limited in Japan to manufacture and supply antennas and other vehicle communication products will commence operation from FY 2021-22. Lumax JOPP Allied Technologies, a 50:50 JV with Germany based JOPP, has commenced production at its existing facility in Manesar, Haryana from Febru...

News  Updated at: 2020/06/23

started and the response is encouraging. Lumax expects to realize revenues from FY 2020. Lumax FAE, the plant and machinery are under final preparation at the suppliers end and the plant for oxygen sensors will be operational by end of Q2 FY2021 (July -September 2020). Its 50:50 joint venture with Yokowo, Japan for antennas and other vehicle communication products is expected to commence production in the later part of FY 2021-22. The company Mo...

News  Updated at: 2020/02/26

Lumax Auto and YOKOWO, Japan announce joint venture for Antenna products Lumax Auto Technologies Limited announced its joint venture with YOKOWO CO., LTD., Japan to manufacture and supply on‐board antennas and other vehicle communication products to the Indian automotive industry. Under the Joint Venture, both the partners will have a 50:50 share in the new entity to be named Lumax Yokowo Technologies Pvt Ltd. Yokowo will bring its technology f...

News  Updated at: 2020/02/10