d the Nissan Fairlady Z launched in 1989. However, because the design consisted of small switches lined up in a small area, they were often difficult to use, and have become almost unheard of since the turn of the century. Figure 8-2: Examples of cluster switches (Left: Isuzu Piazza, Right: Lexus Sports Concept)(Photo by MarkLines, Left: @ Toyota Automobile Museum, Right: @ 2025JMS) The Isuzu Piazza was one of the first production veh...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/12/15

interim CEO. Renault Trafic (scheduled for release in 2026, co-developed with Flexis) (Photo:Copyright ©Renault) Toyota   At the "New Organization Policy Briefing" in April 2023, Toyota announced three key pillars: 1) BEV sales of 1.5 million units in 2026, 3.5 million in 2030; 2) all Lexus vehicles to be BEVs by 2035; and 3) EV-related investment of JPY 5 trillion by 2030. Following the slump in BEV demand in 2024, the company revi...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/12/01

isc brake calipers for F1 McLaren F1 Opposed-type with an electric parking brake mechanism for high-performance vehicles High-performance vehicle rear brake Shinkansen caliper Domestically produced Shinkansen Sango Co., Ltd.(Miyoshi, Aichi Prefecture) Acoustically controlled exhaust system Lexus LFA F1 sound Performance muffler for aftermarket Subaru Levorg High-quality sound is achieved by reducing low frequencies that cause muffled s...

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

and sells modules and systems. In addition to the e-Axle mounted on Toyota's BEVs, the company's products include a two-motor hybrid for FWD applications, a one-motor hybrid for FWD, and the THS (Toyota Hybrid System). BluE Nexus’ e-Axle was adopted for Toyota's bZ4X BEV in April 2022 and in the RZ in April 2023, and its 1 motor hybrid transmission was adopted in the Crown in July 2022 and in the RX in January 2023. In December 2024, it was ad...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/11/04

ain airbag Knee airbag Airbag ECU Toyota Motor Corporation The table can be scrolled left and right. Model name Model year Driverairbag Front passengerairbag Sideairbag Curtainairbag Kneeairbag ECU 4Runner 2025 Autoliv Autoliv Autoliv Century 2025 Autoliv Autoliv Autoliv Autoliv Lexus GX 2025 Autoliv Autoliv Autoliv 4Runner 2024 Autoliv Autoliv Autoliv Lexus RZ450e 2024 Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd. ZF Autoliv Inc. GR8...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/10/27

ing the areas to be illuminated only where these vehicles are and illuminating other areas with high beams. Development has been progressing with the purpose of ensuring safety by automatically controlling light distribution when driving at night. After Koito’s ADB headlamps were installed on the Lexus LS in 2012, other companies have been working to put them into specific applications.   Currently, improvements in performance are mainly being...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/10/20

and the frame structure has been modified to lower the seating position by 3cm compared to the previous model. In addition to the entry-model seat with a simple shape, a sporty seat was also adopted. In November 2022, the company announced that its seats and interior materials were used in the new Lexus RX. In the front seats, a new mechanism for adjusting the seat length has been designed to accommodate a wide range of drivers’ body types. In...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/09/27

1980s. Later, with the spread of ESC (Electronic Stability Control), which independently controls the brakes on the four wheels, 4WS was discontinued, but is now making a comeback in some luxury cars. Since steering is more effective than braking in controlling driving stability at high speeds, the Lexus Dynamic Handling system (LDH), which was adopted for the Lexus GS in 2012, and other systems are still in production. VGRS (Variable Gear Ratio ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/09/18

system uses a clutch to connect the steering wheel to the front axle, and if a fault is detected, the system will mechanically connect as usual. In addition, the safety design includes the use of three ECUs to ensure redundancy. In 2022, Toyota launched a steer-by-wire (SBW) system for the bZ4X and Lexus RZ electric vehicles that physically separates the steering and tires. This is the world's first in a mass-produced vehicle. The steering wheel ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/21

e, OEMs are looking for end-to-end system suppliers who can design, manufacture, and supply entire exhaust systems, from the hot end (exhaust manifolds and catalytic converters) to the cold end (mufflers). Recent changes in purchasing trends include the adoption of catalytic converters for the 2019 Lexus UX for Toyota by Aisin Takaoka, whose main business is casting. Hirotec, Mazda's main supplier of exhaust systems, is also expanding its sales c...

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

Bangkok International Motor Show 2025 (2) Japanese & European OEMs Mitsubishi, Mazda, Honda, Nissan, Suzuki, Isuzu, and others Summary Mitsubishi: Xforce HEV Mazda: Iconic SP compact electric sports car Honda: e:N1 and City Hatchback DRIVAL Nissan: Serena e-POWER Suzuki: Swift and Carry Isuzu: Dragon Max pickup truck Toyota: Hilux Champ, Lexus RX 450h+ PHEV Ford: Everest Sport Special Edition Hyundai: N Line Series Volvo: XC90 PHEV and EX90 BEV ...

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

Thailand International Motor Expo 2024 (2) Japanese OEMs and Others Toyota, Honda, Mitsubishi, Isuzu, Hyundai, Ford, Volvo Cars, etc. Summary Toyota HEV lineup Lexus LBX Bespoke Honda HR-V e:HEV RS and e:N1 electric SUV Mitsubishi Xpander HEV and Xpander Cross HEV Isuzu D-MAX 2.2 MaxForce pickup truck Mazda BT-50 pickup truck and CX-5 SUV Nissan Serena MPV and Kicks e-POWER Suzuki Swift sport hatchback, and Jimny Off-road Edition Hyundai Palisade...

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

he ELFmio EV is equipped with a 40kWh lithium-ion battery, giving it a range of 115km on a single charge (WLTC mode, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism approved value). ELFmio EV ELFmio EV electric componentsELFmio EV display panel   Toyota Motor Corporation (BASC): Lexus RZ   Toyota did not exhibit any electric vehicles at the Japan Mobility Show Bizweek 2024 venue, but it did display the Lexus RZ, a Lexus brand...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/11/14

launched by Japanese OEMs in the Japanese market after January 2022*. Brand Model name Year of release (Japanese market) Toyota Noah / Voxy January 2022 bZ4X May 2022 Sienta August 2022 Crown (Crossover, Sport, Sedan) September 2022November 2023 Prius January 2023 Alphard June 2023 Lexus LX January 2022 RX November 2022 RZ March 2023 LM December 2023 LBX December 2023 Nissan Ariya January 2022 X-Trail July 2022 Sere...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/10/25

ng Nissan's technology. For lithium supply, the company signed a contract with Vulcan Energy Resources of Australia.   Toyota At the "New Organization Policy Briefing" held in April 2023, Toyota announced three pillars: 1) selling 1.5 million BEVs in 2026 and 3.5 million in 2030; 2) converting all Lexus vehicles to BEVs by 2035; and 3) investing JPY 5 trillion in EVs by 2030. Concrete developments in North America have become clear over the past...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/10/18

1980s. Later, with the spread of ESC (Electronic Stability Control), which independently controls the brakes on the four wheels, 4WS was discontinued, but is now making a comeback in some luxury cars. Since steering is more effective than braking in controlling driving stability at high speeds, the Lexus Dynamic Handling system (LDH), which was adopted for the Lexus GS in 2012, and other systems are still in production. VGRS (Variable Gear Ratio ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/08/08

and the frame structure has been modified to lower the seating position by 3cm compared to the previous model. In addition to the entry-model seat with a simple shape, a sporty seat was also adopted. In November 2022, the company announced that its seats and interior materials were used in the new Lexus RX. In the front seats, a new mechanism for adjusting the seat length has been designed to accommodate a wide range of drivers’ body types. In...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/08/01

e, OEMs are looking for end-to-end system suppliers who can design, manufacture, and supply entire exhaust systems, from the hot end (exhaust manifolds and catalytic converters) to the cold end (mufflers). Recent changes in purchasing trends include the adoption of catalytic converters for the 2019 Lexus UX for Toyota by Aisin Takaoka, whose main business is casting. Hirotec, Mazda's main supplier of exhaust systems, is also expanding its sales c...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/05/30

Bangkok International Motor Show 2024 (2) Japanese OEMs Isuzu D-Max EV, Toyota Hilux Revo-e BEV, Mitsubishi Xpander HEV, etc. Summary Isuzu D-Max EV Concept one-ton electric pickup truck Toyota Hilux Revo-e BEV pickup truck Lexus LBX Hybrid crossover Nissan Hyper Tourer all-electric autonomous driving concept minivan Mitsubishi Xpander HEV - Thai-made hybrid MPV Suzuki eWX Concept and XL7 Hybrid Multi-Dynamic Crossover Mazda MX-30 e-SKYACTIV R-...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/04/26

ing the areas to be illuminated only where these vehicles are and illuminating other areas with high beams. Development has been progressing with the purpose of ensuring safety by automatically controlling light distribution when driving at night. After Koito’s ADB headlamps were installed on the Lexus LS in 2012, other companies have been working to put them into specific applications.   Currently, improvements in performance are mainly being...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/02/29