t holds the ends of the stack in place while also providing functions such as insulation, current collection and power transmission. The end plate is a polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) molded product for weight reduction. (The specific gravity with PPS is 1.7g/cm3, compared to 2.7g/cm³ for conventional aluminum castings.)   Takagi Seiko Corporation: Liners for high-pressure hydrogen tanks Liners for high pressure hydrogen tankDisplay panel for...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/07/11

Next, the liquid cooling system manages heat using a coolant (mainly ethylene glycol), similar to the engine cooling system. It combines heat dissipation cooling from a radiator (heat sink) with cooling of the refrigerant gas for vehicle air conditioning through a "chiller" made of laminated aluminum plates with good heat dissipation properties. It is widely adopted by OEMs. [Chiller example] (photo by MarkLines) The air c...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/07/08

splay at the Honda booth. Also on display at the white-body exhibit venue was the “N-VAN e:” electric mini-car. Battery packFrame structure ensures both safety and light weight Thin and lightweight battery packs realized through innovations in production technologyIntroduction of large aluminum die-casting and joining technology, and battery degradation suppression technology   The “N-VAN e:", an electrified version of t...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/27

d for a European OEM’s passenger cars.   The plastic water jacket is the same as the one used in the Nissan Ariya, and ensures a seal while supplying coolant to the direct-cooled power module and winding excitation module.   The inverter housing and water jacket are typically made from die-cast aluminum, but with complex molding they are made of plastic to create efficient busbars and cooling systems. Plastic water jacket Display panel...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/26

ing increasing tariffs would be encouraged to make further investments in the U.S., citing GM and Hyundai's announcements of additional investments in the U.S. as successful examples. On the other hand, OEMs are lobbying the White House to reduce the additional 25% tariffs. Import tariffs on steel, aluminum, and their derivatives were raised from 25% to 50% on June 4.  While negotiations between the United States and other countries were ongoing...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/25

r, such as by applying collision mitigation braking, and leading to spontaneous risk avoidance. Video from a public road demonstration using camera recognition (left) and video of the actual demonstration in the booth at the expo (right)   Completely horizontal circulation technology for aluminum die casting Aluminum die-castings (right) produced from die-cast scrap (left) by completely horizontal circulation technology   At ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/25

ubaru BRZ muffler, etc. Toyoda Iron Works Co., Ltd. (Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture) Founded in 1946. Automotive parts manufacturing, press and plastic die and welding equipment design and production, etc. 1470MPa cold-formed ultra-high tensile strength components, original technology "Toyototsu", aluminum recycling, etc.   Related reports: JSAE 2025 in Yokohama: Plastics Technology (Jun. 2025)JSAE 2025 in Yokohama: Metal Processing Technol...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/24

easing to enable the catalyst to heat up more quickly. There is an increased use of manifolds constructed with a thin, double-layered structure of pressed sheet metal to better retain exhaust gas and catalyst temperature. Exhaust pipe: The exhaust pipe connects the exhaust manifold and the muffler. Aluminum-plated steel tubing was often used in the past, but the use of stainless steel tubing is increasing to reduce weight and improve corrosion re...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/19

production of pouch-type lithium-ion batteries. However, shipments of LG Solution's cylindrical Li-ion batteries have increased rapidly since they were installed in Tesla's supercars, and the ternary Li-ion batteries used by Tesla China in its long range models are all LG's 21700 NCA (nickel cobalt aluminum) cylindrical batteries.   The batteries produced by LG Energy Solution in China are mainly ternary lithium-ion batteries, which is a feature...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/12

for plug-in hybrid   The hybrid uses a 1.4-liter I4 gasoline engine fueled by a 47.5-gallon tank as a range extender with an 800 V generator to recharge the battery system. The extender produces 45 kW while the vehicle is in motion and 20 kW while stationary. Two nickel, cobalt, manganese, and aluminum (NCMA) battery options are available for the hybrid, comprised of a standard four-pack system providing 140 kWh or an optional five-pack syst...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/06

JSAE 2025 in Yokohama: Metal Processing Technology Giga-cast in Japan, integrally formed high-tensile frames, uncoated steel sheets, adhesives and more Summary Weight reduction with aluminum using Gigacast, etc. Integrally formed high-tensile frame (automotive parts supplier) Integrally formed high-tensile frames (proposed by steelmakers and equipment manufacturers) Environmental friendliness of body and chassis: Paintless steel sheet, hard coat ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/03

architecture, and has an EV-mode range of 300km and an overall range of 2,000km. Equipped with the Group's latest research results, the 7D Smart All-Terrain System, it can handle water depths of up to 900mm and has a maximum climbing capability of 45 degrees. Use of high tensile-strength steel and aluminum exceeds 88%, and the vehicle is equipped with quantum cryptography and low earth orbit satellite technology. The driver assistance systems Fa...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/05/30

products for passenger cars, and achieves a weight reduction of more than 3kg per vehicle. In April 2024, this brake system received the Japan Society of Mechanical Engineers Award for the 2023 fiscal year. Weight reduction: In May 2022, AWP, a new type of "new structure brake caliper” made of aluminum, was introduced. By achieving a weight reduction of 20% compared to the original product, it contributes to improved vehicle fuel efficiency ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/05/29

n hub in Hiroshima (announced in 2022)".     Details about the joint venture (Source: Mazda Press Release, November 22, 2022)   On November 22, 2022, Mazda announced that it will collaborate with Imasen Electric Industrial Co., Ltd., Ondo Corporation, Chuo Kaseihin Co., Inc., Hiroshima Aluminum Industry Co., Ltd., HIROTEC Corporation, Fukuta Electric & Machinery Co., Ltd. and ROHM Co., Ltd., which have specialized knowledge in the de...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/05/20

in three grades. Prices range from CNY 248,800 to 278,800. All models are equipped with 2-chamber air suspension plus intelligent variable dampers as standard. 2025 model year X9 2025 model year G6 2025 model year G9     Also on display at the motor show was XPeng's high-strength steel-aluminum composite body and the world's first modular flying car, the Aircraft Carrier. High-strength steel/aluminum hybrid body Aircraft Carr...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/05/09

nd aggressive design, featuring a black color scheme throughout. It is powered by a 2.0L turbo-diesel engine paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission, delivering 170 hp and 405 Nm of torque. The model also includes smart technology and convenient features, available in Snowflake White Pearl and Aluminum Metallic Silver.   Ford also showcased its popular Everest SUV and Ranger pickup truck models, offering exclusive deals and reinforcing its ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/05/08

appears to stack multiple additional tariffs on top of each other. He said that the additional tariffs on imported finished vehicles stand alone and that no other tariffs should be applied. (relief measures applied retroactively to March 4) Non-overlapping tariffs・Additional tariffs on steel and aluminum products: 25%・Additional tariffs on Mexico and Canada based on the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA): 25% Overlapping tar...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/05/02

February 15, 2025 in Panyu, Guangzhou. The total investment is over CNY 1.2 billion and the site area is approximately 83,000 square meters. It will be built in two phases. The first phase will begin production in January 2026. Annual production capacity will be 125,000 battery cases, 200,000 steel-aluminum sub-frames, and 130,000 body parts. The second phase will focus on innovation in modularized integrated die-casting technology, with plans to...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/04/24

The 52nd Tokyo Motorcycle Show: Electric Motorcycles and Parts BMW, YADEA electric models, automatic starting clutch, carbon aluminum composite frame, etc. Summary Electric two-wheelers Clutch Lighter weight and high performance   The 52nd Tokyo Motorcycle Show (Dates: Friday, March 28th to Sunday, March 30th, 2025; Venue: Tokyo Big Sight exhibition center) was organized by the Japan Motorcycle Promotion and Safety Association and supported by 1...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/04/15

r Piloting Autonomous Capacity 2 passengers Max. speed 130 km/h Flight time 35 minutes Cruise altitude 300 – 500 meters Curb weight 360 kg Max. take-off weight 560 kg Dimensions (L x W x H) 5,172 mm x 5,124 mm x 1,362 mm Construction Carbon fiber composite airframe with aviation aluminum structure Safety features Distributed electric propulsion (DEP) Multiple redundant systems Spherical environment detection Autonomous ret...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/03/28