es a high-pressure die-casting machine with a clamping force of 55,000 to 61,000 kilonewtons (1kN = approximately 5,600 to 6,200 tons) to injection mold aluminum alloys and other materials, completely integrating the crumple zone, which includes the left and right wheel wells, lateral supports, and bumper connection parts. Its main feature lies in its unique energy absorption structure designed to match the characteristics of cast alloys. Specifi...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/02/12

ding on their design philosophies and major markets. Toyota (Monocular camera + radar)   The Land Cruiser and new RAV4 exhibited at the Show feature the most common combination and placement of parts, with a monocular camera located at the top of the front windshield. The radar is placed above the bumper on the Land Cruiser and slightly above the grille on the RAV4. The RAV4 has a different specification with a different shape of grille section,...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/12/19

ent achieved up to 51% weight reduction while maintaining energy absorption and crash safety. It was validated in a full vehicle model simulation to ensure compliance with safety standards. Shape-optimized side sill reinforcement using the Moving Morphable Components method and lightweight bumper core for ideal crash performance (34th Aachen Colloquium Sustainable Mobility, organized by © Aachener Kolloquium Fahrzeug- und Motorentechnik...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/12/02

4 e-tron o Porsche Taycan o Seat Leon o Ateca o VW ID.Buzz o ID.3, ID.4 o   SMP Deutschland GmbH ▶ Recent trends SMP Deutschland GmbH develops and manufactures plastic parts and highly integrated modules for the automotive industry and is specialized in cockpits, door panels, bumper modules and innovative plastic vehicle body parts. The company was originally founded under the name Badische Plastikwerke in Bötzingen, Germa...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/11/20

practical use as interior parts (such as glove box) that require impact resistance.   Components manufactured using this process have been used in the European-spec Toyota Camry since 2024. Horizontal recycling technology for waste-derived plastics Development material (left) and recycled bumper material (right)   Toyoda Gosei also introduced a technology for recycling waste materials generated from the weatherstrip manufacturing p...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/11/14

e shapes, illuminated triangular light signatures, and a double rear spoiler (IAA MOBILITY 2025 organized by Verband der Automobilindustrie e. V., Photos: Copyright © MarkLines Co., Ltd. All rights reserved)   The side profile is athletic and sculpted, with sharp lines that run from the front bumper to the rear shoulders. It sits on large 23-inch wheels, and the roof has a Y-shaped structural spine that adds to its visual impact. The rear o...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/10/02

length 11.2m and wheelbase 6.0m was used for the demonstration in January 2024.) Comparing sensor configurations in 2024 and 2025. The number of cameras was increased and the millimeter-wave radar position was changed (above the left and right headlights → in the center of the front and rear bumpers). Quantity Device Mounting location 2024 2025 LiDAR (far/near integrated) Front, back, left, right 4 4 In-vehicle camera Foreground ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/07/16

ed. A BEV drive mode has also been adopted to extend the xEV range, and the company's unique AWD technology provides excellent driving stability and high off-road performance.   The new Forester is equipped with the world's first pedestrian protection airbags for cyclists installed above the front bumper to mitigate damage from collisions with cyclists. By protecting the head, which is the most common type of injury to pedestrians, damage can be...

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

a Iron Works Toyoda Iron Works Co., Ltd. (Toyoda Iron Works) is a company that manufactures body parts, functional parts, electronic parts, and plastic parts, and has global operations in North America, Turkey, India, China, and Asia. The exhibits are a center pillar outer reinforcement and front bumper reinforcement manufactured with cold-formed 1470 high tensile steel. The former is a pillar-shaped part located between the front and rear door...

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

d 3, Malaysia 2, Philippines 2, Indonesia 1   Sankei Giken Kogyo Co., Ltd. (Sankei Giken) Business overview: As a Tier 1 supplier of the Honda group, in addition to exhaust system components, Sankei Giken Kogyo Co., Ltd. (Sankei Giken) manufactures front exterior parts such as door sashes and bumper covers. Sales were JPY 50.4 billion (fiscal year ended March 2024, non-consolidated). Products: Exhaust systems (exhaust pipes, mufflers, catal...

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

Hot-rolled high-tensile strength 980MPa grade steel with high formability Press forming, sheet thickness compression process Hot forming Gas-blow hot stamped products 2 sheets of high tensile material Gas-blow hot stamping Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd.(Shinagawa Ward, Tokyo) Hot forming STAF bumper system - Continuous irregular closed cross-section structure PHS (Press Hardened Steel) strength 1500MPa or higher STAF gas-blow hot stamping (...

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

er Cascadia with advanced diesel technology. During ACT Expo 2025, Daimler also announced the launch of the Freightliner Cascadia Natural Gas truck featuring Cummins' X15N natural gas engine, opening orders for the new powertrain option. The X15N natural gas engine will be available on the 126-inch bumper-to-back-of-cab (BBC) versions of the Cascadia for day cab and sleeper cab configurations. Daimler will also offer optional frame drilling confi...

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

Max stood out with its "Restomod" concept, which blends "Restoration" and "Modernization." This new version breathes new life into the popular 1988 Isuzu TFR pickup truck with a completely updated, sporty, and modern design. The vehicle features a full redesign inside and out, including a new front bumper, grille, hood, and projector headlights with LED DRLs integrated into the front bumper. The Dragon Max is finished in exclusive Katana Matte Si...

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

eration from 0-100 km/h takes 5.7 seconds. It supports both AC and DC charging. BYD SHARK 6 DMO PHEV BYD SEALION 6 DM-i Premium PHEV   Another highlight was the BYD SEALION 6 DM-i Premium PHEV in the RÊVER ForceEdge Edition, which boasts a thrilling sporty look with body skirts, a front bumper lip, a rear bumper lip, and a stylish sidestep.   The LHD models of BYD put on display at the booth were BYD Seal 5 DM-i Eco Sedan PHEV and BY...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/04/25

focus can be placed on collision safety and high overall rigidity.   The main structures that use large aluminum parts include not only the Gigacast, but also the front suspension tower and the reinforcing triangular frame, side sills, battery case, and crash boxes that support the front and rear bumpers.   OEMs and models currently using Gigacast are summarized in the report below.   (Reference report) Gigacastings to Modular Structures  Hu...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/03/04

of combinations of continuous and short fibers, depending on the application. Not only carbon fibers, but also glass fibers are widely used.   Exhibitor profile Company Exhibits (all in production) Materials Sanwa Trading Corporation(Kakamigahara City, Gifu Prefecture) (Honda FCV models)Rear bumper beam Tepex102 (continuous fiber GF/PA6)+ Tepex Flowcore (random GF/PA6)+ Durethan (PA6 injection molding resin) Porsche brake pedal Tepex102...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/02/14

o bed with two 120 V outlets and one 240 V outlet. The Traveler has a split tailgate for easier access to the cargo area, while also providing protection from the weather. Scout Motors will also provide various vehicle accessories including auxiliary lighting, power off-boarding solutions, off-road bumpers, and a winch.   The styling of the Scout Traveler and Terra emphasizes their rugged nature and off-road capabilities. Both models have a shor...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/02/06

s HEV and Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 2024 Elite Edition 4WD were displayed. Both were accessorized with off-road wheels and tires, and roof trays.   Mitsubishi Triton Double Cab Low Rider Pro LOW RIDER PRO embellished with a ‘Futuristic Pick-Up Truck' concept, featuring over fender arch trim, front bumper garnish, white Kevlar decoration, cyber lid, and aero wheels.       Isuzu's highlight this year was the newly introduced 2.2-liter diesel en...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/01/16

e installed in future Hyundai and Kia vehicles undergoing minor changes. EV3 EV3 HMI 5-inch touch panel dedicated to air conditioning and 12.3-inch touch panel PV5 external LED display   The PV5 minivan is scheduled to be launched in 2026. A large LED display is built into the bumper, which could potentially be used as an external HMI. (It is unclear whether the feature will be incorporated into commercially available vehicl...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/12/04

4 e-tron o Porsche Taycan o Seat Leon o Ateca o VW ID.Buzz o ID.3, ID.4 o   SMP Deutschland GmbH ▶ Recent trends SMP Deutschland GmbH develops and manufactures plastic parts and highly integrated modules for the automotive industry and is specialized in cockpits, door panels, bumper modules and innovative plastic vehicle body parts. The company was originally founded under the name Badische Plastikwerke in Bötzingen, Germa...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/10/31