ration “Life Cell“ airbags built into seats to accommodate various occupant postures during automated driving. Assuming that a person does not look forward, it is necessary to integrate the airbag with the seat and other parts of the vehicle, so the "Life Cell" airbag is mounted on the seat and shaped to envelop the occupant in the event of an accident, even when the seat is reclined. In April 2021, it announced that it would jointly develop ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/05/07

MF. Double nozzle dispenser (double nozzle for NF/MF for domestic use)Double nozzle dispenser display panel.   A dispenser equipped with an HF-compatible nozzle for the North American market was also on display as a reference exhibit.   While the NF and MF nozzles have the same nozzle shape, the HF nozzle is significantly larger to accommodate several times the flow rate. Multi-flow dispenser (HF and NF/MF twin nozzles in ref...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/04/22

ary 2026)   One of the quality indicators that OEMs are using in their product development processes these days is evaluation focusing on: Whether a high degree of unity and harmony is achieved in the overall design Whether there is a sensory expression that does not feel out of place in terms of shape Whether every detail is well thought out and complete   It evaluates these factors based on the level of achievement to enable customers to pe...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/18

k without modules, similar to BYD's blade batteries, with active thermal management by liquid cooling. Battery System LFP Compact Pack Battery System LFP Compact Pack display screen The Battery System LFP Cubic Pack exhibited was a 30%-sized model, not the actual battery pack. The cubic-shaped package was developed for trucks and is intended to be mounted in the fuel tank location of heavy-duty trucks. Besides, the above, BorgWarner ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/10

ility, and safety. Key challenges include short development cycles, increasing functional complexity, lifetime updates, hardware abstraction, and the integration of AI. Adopting a software-defined mindset means starting with the software's intent rather than the hardware constraints that previously shaped automotive design. Shifts in the SDV Ecosystem  Mr. Niklas-Höret described how traditional boundaries in the automotive value chain are disso...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/02/18

ent Panel   One of the quality indicators that OEMs are using in their product development processes these days is evaluation focusing on: Whether a high degree of unity and harmony is achieved in the overall design Whether there is a sensory expression that does not feel out of place in terms of shape Whether every detail is well thought out and finished   based on the level of achievement to enable customers to perceive the attractiveness a...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/02/13

or has a different structure from that of a conventional radial gap motor, and punching electromagnetic steel sheets with a press is not suitable for this configuration. As a result, powder cores (compressed magnetic powder cores) are often used. However, the developed product achieves a comparable shape by bundling thin pure iron wires.   A hexagonal fine wire core with a high space factor can be realized by using a hexagonal fine wire, which i...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/02/13

o., Ltd.  This technology relates to aluminum die-cast vehicle frame structures (especially rear side frames, etc.) for efficiently absorbing impact energy and enhancing vehicle safety. To solve the problem of absorbing collision energy (crushability) with conventional rigid single cast parts, the shape of the frame is ingeniously designed. Specifically, the most significant feature is the formation of a "connecting wall" that connects a pair of...

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

azette number: 2024-003685 Applicants: Denso, Denso Ten   This is a display control device and program that assists drivers to more intuitively and instantly grasp information that is increasing with the spread of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). The in-vehicle display unit has a concave shape with a "V" shaped (valley-fold) opening toward the driver's side, bordered by a bend along the vehicle width direction. By utilizing the physica...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/01/20

g U8   One of the quality indicators that OEMs are using in their product development processes these days is evaluation focusing on: Whether a high degree of unity and harmony is achieved in the overall design Whether there is a sensory expression that does not feel out of place in terms of shape Whether every design detail is well thought out and finished   These quality indicators are based on the level of achievement to enable custom...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/01/15

uch as the roof and instrument panels.  The trend towards smart features is accelerating, particularly in Greater China, where dynamic sequences and interactive features are booming. The market for smart LEDs is expected to grow significantly, driven by smart ambient lighting solutions that will reshape the business model for lighting manufacturers. While traditional ambient LEDs remain stable, the rise of smart systems heralds a new era of comp...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/12/23

ted 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, but the height of the radar from the ground is aligned. If the radar is installed in a low position, there is a possibility t...

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

ology representative). Several years after the prototype was unveiled, it has finally been put on the market. It has a GVW of 25t and a payload of approximately 11.6t and is based on a high-floor, 3-axle, 6x4 truck. From the rear end of the vehicle, excluding the undercarriage. The frame is shaped similarly to that of an engine-powered vehicle, allowing for a variety of mounting options. The box located closest to the frame is the battery...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/12/16

the meter and are equipped with small touch panels. The left side is for seat, steering wheel, and mirror adjustments, while the right side appears to be for air conditioning, audio, and phone controls. The Corolla Concept also features a new shifter. It is a small sliding switch, but the switch is shaped like a car, with D when moved forward and R when moved backward. With conventional shifter switches, it was common for the front to be labeled ...

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

improved version of KYB Corporation's (KYB’s) CVT vane pump for medium-sized passenger cars. Components were reviewed and the housing was changed from cast iron to aluminum, reducing weight by 30% compared to the previous model. Additionally, the drive torque was reduced by 10% by optimizing the shape of the pump's intake and exhaust ports. The product will be manufactured in Japan, China, and Mexico. JATCO Ltd. has traditionally used KYB Corp...

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

n highlights was an optimized side-impact sill reinforcement, jointly developed with FEV. This component 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 Aac...

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

al batteries, all solid-state batteries, BMS industry-academia collaboration. Created by ITSEV Inc. I-5. Suppliers by vehicle model The table can be scrolled left and right. USA OEM Model Type Country of production Main plant Model year Cell supplier Battery type Total power (kWh) Cell shape Electrode Battery configuration Total voltage (V) Capacity (Ah） GM Cadillac Celestiq BEV USA Warren, MI 2024 Ultium Cells LiB 111kWh Pouch N...

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

lained that Stellantis leverages the advantage of having many brands by sharing major investments and core technologies—such as batteries—across the group, while preserving the individuality of each brand By standardizing core technologies for efficiency but allowing each brand to independently shape its design language and brand experience, Stellantis ensures clear differentiation without internal competition. Opel, too, continues to pursue ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/11/28

s main drive motor are weaker than neodymium magnets, resulting in low output, and the synchronous reluctance motor for the secondary drive has no magnets, resulting in low output due to "reluctance torque" alone. However, the overall length of the motor has been increased, and the magnetic circuit shape and cooling system have been devised to compensate for this shortcoming.   This is Astemo's first time exhibiting a synchronous reluctance moto...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/11/21

agents in one system. The MBUX virtual assistant is based on ChatGPT4o and searches with Microsoft Bing, combining the collective knowledge of the Internet. Thanks to Google Gemini, the virtual assistant is also well-versed in navigation-related questions. It appears as a “living” avatar in the shape of a Mercedes-Benz star on the display and changes animation and color depending on the mood. Mercedes CLA (2025/May) Type 5-3 Floatin...

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