power to provide power assist, has been the mainstream. However, as described below, the adoption of electric power steering (EPS) systems is growing rapidly to improve fuel consumption because with EPS it is possible to eliminate the hydraulic pump and associated engine load and provide assistance freely regardless of the engine operating status. In fact, most of the models which are produced in the European, U.S. and Japanese markets are equipp...

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

TECHNO-FRONTIER 2025: EV Components BEV torque limiters, rare earth-free magnets, high-performance cores and more Summary Paper friction material for BEV torque limiter Permanent magnets for EV motors Core materials for EV motors EV components: High space factor coils, drawn busbars, electromagnetic shielding, heat dissipation plating Small motor parts   TECHNO-FRONTIER 2025, organized by the Japan Management Association (JMA), was held July 23-...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/15

can be improved. Currently, seat materials are made up of synthetic leather, lamination padding, sewing thread and polyurethane padding, but the exhibited model uses only two type of materials: the PVC (polyvinyl chloride) trim cover and polyurethane padding. PVC has good formability, allowing for free expression of texture, and is integrally molded with the polyurethane pads. The company is also expanding into door trim materials, and is curren...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/14

ugh unique initiatives such as combining unsupervised learning with models of the driving behavior of veteran drivers.  It will be interesting to see what kind of autonomous driving systems Honda will put into practical use as it aims to realize a society with zero traffic accidents and the joy of free movement. Honda next generation Honda Sensing ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/12

relli anticipates that OLED-TFT technology will play a key role in enhancing rear lamp communication. While current implementations primarily utilize red OLEDs, the introduction of white OLEDs is expected to expand design versatility and functionality in the near future. Additionally, laser-enabled free-style surfaces are emerging as a promising trend, offering new possibilities for expressive, adaptive exterior lighting. Advanced display ...

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

revious year), resulting in increased revenue but decreased profit.   In July 2025, the Renault Group announced that it has adjusted its business results outlook downward for 2025. The Group is now aiming to achieve an operating income margin of 6.5% (revised from higher than 7% previously), and a free cash flow between EUR 1.0 and 1.5 billion (versus more than EUR 2 billion previously). Amid a very unstable macroeconomic environment, the Group ...

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

r-sharing and ride-sharing markets. The integrated zipper allows the seat covers to be easily removed to keep them clean. The covers are washable and removal does not cause any damage to the foam structure of the seat covers. The foam structure is protected by a seat cover lining and is maintenance free. Lear Corporation Click here to see recent developments Business overview Lear Corporation (Lear) is a leading U.S.-based seat supplier found...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/06

Excerpts from Bosch presentation materials) 33. Realizing key capabilities for OEMs (Source: Bosch presentation excerpts)   Key assets include the digital.auto playground (software development environment) which provides virtual test vehicles with realistic vehicle APIs in the form of low-code, free online SDV prototypes. As an E/E (Electrical/Electronic architecture) starter kit (hardware development environment), it connects to a realistic ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/01

ormation and upgrading. Export volume also continues to increase, with exports of NEVs growing particularly rapidly.   According to GlobalData, Chinese automakers continue to deploy aggressive pricing strategies, putting a strain on the entire auto industry. By leveraging additional incentives and free upgrades, Chinese OEMs are engaging in price competition by enhancing added value without lowering the base price of the vehicle. However, price ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/07/28

consumer spending and thereby helping LV sales. Chinese domestic brands also continue to perform well, within and outside the country. Automakers in China have continued to employ an aggressive pricing strategy, which is putting a strain on businesses across the auto sector. Further incentives and free upgrades are also being used to effectively increase value at the same prices to engage in the war without lowering the base price of vehicles. T...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/07/22

ight vehicle autonomous driving. Based on the LEAP 3.0 technology architecture developed in 2024, Leapmotor has achieved software and hardware integration and ultra-intelligent technology.   The LEAP 3.5 architecture is planned to be rolled out to the A, B, C, and D Series, and OTA updates will be free of charge indefinitely.     LEAP 3.5 High-end cabin and cockpit with integrated central domain control The domain controllers for three area...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/07/14

, from design testing to prototype creation, validation and production, was carried out at the Hermosillo plant. Production of the improved Mustang Mach-E begins The 2025 model Mustang Mach-E will be newly equipped with a heat pump to improve energy efficiency and BlueCruise 1.5, the latest hands-free driving function with automatic lane changing function, and was scheduled to be released in early 2025 (announced in October 2024). In addition, ...

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

Vienna Motor Symposium 2025 (2) Reaching zero carbon mobility emission Closing plenary session: PHINIA, ZF and VW presentations Summary Sustainable Future Fuels – PHINIA’s Strategy to Support Automotive Decarbonization (PHINIA Inc.) Innovation as the Engine of Transformation: Shaping an Emission-Free Future (ZF Group) Volkswagen in Transition – from “Käfer” to SDV (Volkswagen AG) Official logo (46th International Vienna Motor Sy...

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

otors) exhibited the “Hino Dutro Z EV Mobile Office,” based on the “Hino Dutro Z EV,” a small-sized BEV truck launched in June 2022. The ultra-low floor structure of the chassis, specially designed for BEVs, is utilized to create an interior height that makes a walk-through van-style stress-free cargo area. Walk-through van with a flat cargo area made possible by a specially designed chassis The 70kWh capacity lithium-ion battery i...

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

lymerization equipment. Afterwards, the material is returned to the monomers that are the raw materials of nylon through depolymerization using subcritical water. Depolymerization using subcritical water differs from conventional methods in that it does not require a catalyst and is organic solvent-free. As a result, compared to petroleum-derived products, CO2 emissions during manufacturing can be reduced by about 50%, and by achieving horizontal...

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

third-generation fuel cell system is being developed based on customer feedback, knowledge gained from demonstrations, and technology accumulated over many years. Its main features are: 1) improved durability (twice as compared to the previous system): equivalent to a diesel engine and maintenance-free; 2) improved fuel efficiency (1.2 times as compared to the previous system), with a driving range that is approximately 20% longer; and 3) signif...

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

s as much as on inland waterways and 8.5 times as much as by rail.   As trucks and buses are responsible for around 7% of global emissions, it is clear how important it is for MAN as a truck manufacturer to tackle this problem.   MAN has committed itself to making the transition to greenhouse gas-free commercial vehicles and decarbonizing production through reduction measures along the entire value chain and product life cycle.   The company h...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/20

nd video experience through a highly integrated music application ecosystem and hardware. Through algorithms built into the in-vehicle system, the sound field is precisely controlled, enabling innovative features such as spatial audio, independent sound zones, active noise reduction, and microphone-free karaoke. The Huawei Sound Ultimate Series supports up to 43 speakers for a 7.5.10 surround sound experience. Equipped with adaptive sound field c...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/20

the fiscal year ended March 2024), Sango is Japan's leading exhaust system components supplier. In January 2023, it was reported that Sango will promote the generalization of its production lines. In anticipation of the progress of electrification, the company will reallocate management resources, freed up by streamlining its core businesses, to new areas. The company is hurrying to streamline its core businesses in order to maintain profitabili...

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

onment recognition performance equivalent to LiDAR.     Excellent sidelobe characteristics due to multi-channel (Materials provided by Arbe Robotics)   The radar's all-weather performance and its ability to maintain recognition performance even in the dark remain its strengths, allowing free space mapping and nighttime pedestrian detection using only radar.     Detection of strong reflective objects (Materials provided by Arb...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/17