ne nitrate.   Initially, airbags were adopted as protective devices for occupants who were not wearing seat belts, but as it was believed that they provided greater protection when used in conjunction with seat belts, their adoption spread not only to the U.S. market but also to markets around the world, including Europe and Japan. They are now standard equipment on most models not only in developed countries such as Japan, the U.S. and Europe, ...

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

echnologies and expand the use of ADBs, aiming for sustainable growth. The three main measures in this initiative are introduced below. Expansion of global market share: Expand sales channels to overseas OEMs by enhancing the sales system for non-Japanese manufacturers and strengthening the global production and development organization, and increase the company’s global market share of lighting products from 20% in FY2021 to 23% in FY2030. Ex...

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

IAA Mobility 2025: EVs from Chinese OEMs (2) XPeng, Chery, Changan, Hongqi, Dongfeng Liuzhou Summary XPeng: Debut of the mid-size EV sedan “the next P7” in Europe Chery: Many Omoda and Jaecoo NEV models on display Changan: World premiere of the Avatr concept Vision Xpectra; Deepal brand on display Hongqi: EHS5 electric SUV unveiled Dongfeng Liuzhou: 3 EV models on display; accelerating globalization   The IAA Mobility 2025 mobility trade fai...

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

Automotive World Autumn 2025: Electrification Technologies Electric powertrains, chargers, and hydrogen-related systems Summary Electrification component-related products: HOSO Technology, SGF, Panatronic Japan, Naganuma Shoji (Sinbon) Fast and normal chargers: ABB, Fortune Electric Value, Electway, MSI, Bell Energy Battery, hydrogen, fuel cell-related: Nitto Kogyo, Kanadevia, Nitto Kohki, Niterra, Mitsui E&S Power Systems   The Automotive Worl...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/10/15

a major challenge, and the industry should work towards a resilient supply chain.  The MD & CEO, Maruti Suzuki India Ltd, stated that at present, 30% of India's auto component exports go to the US, which poses risks for the industry, though the government is actively working on solutions. With the world's largest working-age population and growing localization in EVs and hybrid battery production, India has the potential to lead globally. By inv...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/10/09

al platform for all forms of mobility – from electric cars and autonomous vehicles to bicycles, buses, and smart city infrastructure.   This year’s motto, “It’s All About MOBILITY,” underscores that mobility is no longer just about vehicles, but about how people and goods move around the world. It reflects the idea that mobility connects people, places, and opportunities.   It also highlights the importance of cross-industry collabora...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/10/07

IAA Mobility 2025: EVs from Chinese OEMs BYD, Leapmotor, GAC, AITO Summary BYD: First station wagon unveiled; introducing ultra-fast charging stations Leapmotor: World premiere of all-new compact EV GAC: Aion V introduced to European market; accelerating its "European Market Plan” Seres / AITO: Unveiling three models for the Middle East; utilizing its UAE base   IAA Mobility 2025 was held in Munich from September 8 to 14, 2025 (including the o...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/10/06

global platform for all forms of mobility – from electric cars and autonomous vehicles to bicycles, buses, and smart city infrastructure.   This year's motto, “It's All About MOBILITY,” underscores that mobility is no longer just about vehicles, but about how people and goods move around the world. It reflects the idea that mobility connects people, places, and opportunities.   It also highlights the importance of cross-industry collabora...

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

cia, but in recent years, Japanese seat suppliers have been establishing independent overseas subsidiaries or expanding joint ventures with local suppliers. For example, a consolidated TS Tech subsidiary in the U.S. established a joint venture (JV)with ML Industries, Inc. as part of a review of its production system for seat covers for automobiles in the Americas region. Furthermore, the company is restructuring its production system in anticipat...

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

global platform for all forms of mobility – from electric cars and autonomous vehicles to bicycles, buses, and smart city infrastructure.   This year's motto, “It's All About MOBILITY,” underscores that mobility is no longer just about vehicles, but about how people and goods move around the world. It reflects the idea that mobility connects people, places, and opportunities.   It also highlights the importance of cross-industry collabora...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/09/22

to boost sales in the market with the selling rate reaching 27.2 mn units for PV alone in August. However, this price competition will likely begin to slow markedly as the Chinese Government steps up its effort to return the market to more sustainable pricing. Regulation on pricing, inspections on production quality, and monitoring of supplier payment periods are some of the areas that the Chinese administration are beginning to crack down on. T...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/09/22

Ltd.) of the SAIC Group. Neta, whose headquarters is undergoing a restructuring, and Honri Automobile Group, which had exhibited at IIMS, were not present at this year's show. Chinese automakers, which have already entered the Indonesian market by importing finished vehicles, are accelerating local production. BYD   The most active booth was BYD's, where visitors of all ages gathered around almost every vehicle, symbolizing BYD's current momentu...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/09/19

fact, most of the models in the current Japanese market are equipped with EPS systems rather than hydraulic systems.   In addition, electric power steering technology has continued to evolve, with steer-by-wire systems (no mechanical connection between the steering wheel and the wheels) already in production and on the market. Going forward, the product will need to evolve further in parallel to keep pace with the improved functionality of auton...

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

tomotive lighting and integrated sensors will result in an attractive product offering of smart illuminated exterior components. The main products will include smart illumination front grilles, smart illumination bumpers, illuminated rear ends, illuminated fenders, and illuminated rocker panels. Production Related The company mainly produces in Italy, Germany, France, and other Western European countries, and also has some operations in the C...

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

dicated to sharing and discussing the latest developments in sustainability and material regulations within the European automotive industry. The 17th edition of the event was held in Frankfurt, Germany, from June 25 to 26, 2025, bringing together more than 250 industry stakeholders from around the world.   The event began with keynote speeches in the plenary session, followed by two days of expert sessions covering a wide range of topics, inclu...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/09/04

election of the excess air ratio λ Inspection of abnormal combustion Consideration of fuel supply method (Pi / Di selection, water injection) Society of Automotive Engineers of Japan - Presentations on hydrogen utilization   Hydrogen engines are already in practical use because engine technology, production, and repair systems are easily transferable and are expected to have an immediate impact on decarbonization. While Europe is working to qui...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/09/01

eering Nidec: 7-in-1 e-Axle/Gen3 (for Toyota China), 7-in-1 e-Axle/Gen4, next-generation e-Axle   Nidec Corporation (Nidec), which changed its name from Nippon Densan Corporation in 2023, exhibited three types of e-Axles.   This is believed to be the first time in five years, since Automotive World in 2020, that Nidec exhibited a mass-produced e-Axle at an expo in Japan. Specifications of the e-Axle motors exhibited by Nidec The table ca...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/29

&D centers.   Karnataka is the fourth-largest automobile-producing state in India, contributing 8.5% to the country's total automotive output. It is home to major OEMs and component manufacturers such as Toyota Kirloskar, Volvo, TVS Motor, Bosch, etc. The Bengaluru region, recognized as one of the world's fastest-growing technology hubs, has R&D and technology centers for leading automotive companies including Continental, Bosch, Marelli, Merced...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/27

base version of the Model Y, on social media in China. On August 19th, pre-orders began for the Model Y L, with deliveries scheduled to begin in September.   During the earnings announcement on July 24, CEO Elon Musk made reference to plans for a low-cost model. According to the announcement, mass production will begin in the second half of 2025, with full-scale delivery expected in the fourth quarter. On July 28, leaked images of the low-cost M...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/26

industry.   Leveraging its strengths in product technology, service innovation and zero-emission demonstration, CATL is gradually building integrated zero-emission solutions across all scenarios, focusing on the Chinese dual carbon strategy. The company is actively exploring six areas: green power production, electric power transmission, electricity storage, electric power utilization, the battery aftermarket, and zero-emission applications. SAE...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/22