rom an article in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun on January 29, 2024) R&D Structure Region Location Japan -The Sanage Technical Center (Aichi Pref.)-Oguchi Development Center (Aichi Pref.)-Kariya Development Center Research Laboratories (Aichi Pref.)-Tajimi R&D Center in Tajimi (Gifu Prefecture)-Innovative production technology center North, Central and South America -Michigan, USA (Technical Center)-California, USA (Silicon Valley Office) ...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/07/16

himbun on January 24, 2019) On March 14, Aisin Seiki Co., Ltd. (Aisin) announced that its newly developed power sliding door system will be supplied to the all-new global market version of the Toyota Hiace MPV, released in the Philippines. The system features a power sliding door drive unit with an innovative structure to prevent splashing during flooding of a road surface; and a compact and light integral sliding door closer that reduces the for...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/07/15

ales 3.4 3.2 3.3   R&D Facilities -The Company has 15 technology centers located across the world. Technological Alliance Collaboration with Yida Edrive on commercial vehicle e-drives-The Company signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Fujian Yida Edrive Co., Ltd. (Yida Edrive) to advance innovation in commercial vehicle (CV) electric drives. Both companies will leverage their respective technological strengths and expertise to address ...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/07/15

FY ended Mar. 31, 2023 Japan 537,824 485,438 461,264 North America 31,636 32,021 29,602 Europe 16,498 14,642 13,432 Asia 32,375 17,771 16,267 Other 1,071 1,049 1,050 Total 619,404 550,921 521,615 Major R&D locations in Japan Name Location Major business Advanced Research and Innovation Center Nisshin City, Aichi Pref. Technology on next-generation semiconductors, advanced-functional materials, human-machine interface, and...

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ia, representing a significant footprint toward expanding operations in a rapidly growing automotive market. Yazaki acquired a 100 percent equity in “Industrial Volga Company” Limited Liability Company (IVC) located in Gorodets, Nizhniy Novgorod, which is owned by a local Russian company “PromInnovacii” Limited Liability Company. The company name will be changed to “Yazaki Volga” in August. IVC produces and supplies wire harnesses pri...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/07/14

AE61 for Toyota's Lexus NX. Yokohama Rubber starts providing Geolandar X-CV to Lexus Yokohama Rubber to reorganize automotive hose production structure in U.S and Mexico Yokohama announces multiple OE tire wins from BMW and Mercedes Yokohama Rubber’s joint project with Zeon selected as NEDO Green Innovation Fund project Economic sanctions on Russia affecting operations of Japanese automotive parts suppliers Yokohama provides OE fitment tire for...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/07/14

le in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun on May 14, 2019) Ichikoh Industries, Ltd. (Ichikoh) announced that it has completed the construction of Atsugi plant. The plant was newly established to gradually transfer the production from Isehara plant and will be implemented with lean production system based on innovative concepts of Valeo, along automation such as collaborative robots, AGV or automated warehouse management. The plant will produce automotive ...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/07/14

achieve this, the Company is focusing on technology neutrality and powertrain diversity including batteries, fuel cells, and hydrogen engines, while continuing to enhance the efficiency of combustion engines.   -The assistance systems business also remains an important part of its CV strategy. Key innovations include the lane-keeping system and the electronic horizon system, which can reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions for heavy trucks. T...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/07/09

s spare part business. Acquisitions Acquisition of Aptoide's entire stake of Faurecia Aptoide Automotive joint venture-Aptoide announced the sale of its stake in the Faurecia Aptoide Automotive joint venture to the Company. This decision enables Aptoide to focus on its core business of providing an innovative global platform for mobile app and games developers and users. Faurecia Aptoide Automotive has been recognized as a global partner in key m...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/07/02

in sales volumes, resulting from low output in all the Company’s Original Equipment markets, disruptions in the Specialty businesses (such as strict export controls and the closure of a large mine), and its selective strategy of focusing on high-value segments that leverage the full value of its innovations and technologies. The negative currency exchange effects further impacted results. These decreases were offset by a 2.0% increase from the...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/05/27

businesses including, for example, the majority share of Behr in 2013 and the Delphi Thermal business unit in 2015. In recent years, both the Thermal Management and the Electronics and Mechatronic business units have played a key role in the industry’s transition toward electric mobility through innovations in batteries, fuel cells, power electronics, electric powertrains, electric motors, and electronic and mechatronic systems. -However, duri...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/05/15

ing production plant in Lippstadt, Germany, to strengthen its competitiveness. This decision is due to changes in the European market environment, caused by lower vehicle production, high-cost level, and changing customer and supplier structures. The plant will focus on the production of the most innovative headlamp solutions. New projects for other products, including rear combination lamps and interior and car body lighting, will no longer be...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/05/15

Partnership Partner Details SSAB   3D-printed seatbelt tongue from fossil-free steel-In collaboration with SSAB, the Company has developed the world's first 3D-printed seatbelt tongue made from fossil-free steel. Using SSAB AM high strength steel powder and an eco-friendly PVD coating, this innovation reduces the carbon footprint of components and demonstrates the potential for low-carbon plastics in future mobility designs. It is a key s...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/05/07

al by Q1, FY 2019-20 Asahi India makes investment for commercial vehicles business AGC develops synthetic fused silica glass antenna for 5G communication systems AGC completes acquisition of Park Electrochemical's electronics business AGC aiming to enhance development and proposal ability with open innovation strategy AGC to supply anti-fogging glass to Daihatsu Copen Coupe CES 2019: IAC, AGC, Ficosa unveil StreetSmart Door concept AGC to acquire...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/05/07

HPS segment in the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, were EUR 9,840 million, a decrease of 2.4% from the previous year. Sales in the segment's Mobility business decreased by 2.2% YoY, but the business gained market share on high-value-added models thanks to its differentiation and investments in innovation. It also benefited from productivity gains, particularly with the optimization of its industrial footprint, following the closure of Spain...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/05/01

opment of next-generation tire solutions. They will develop a high-performance tire sensing system by combining TDK’s technology in software, sensors, and electronic components, with the Company's strength in tire development and intelligent solutions. With the advancement of automobile technical innovation, need for real-time communications from the road to the tire to the vehicle are increasing. The collaboration aims to meet this demand by...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/04/25

gle Ottawa automotive leather supplier Lear Dongfeng Automotive Seating Yancheng Plant's rear seat project passes testing by Dongfeng Yueda Kia Lear completes acquisition of Eagle Ottawa automotive leather supplier Lear acquires intellectual property and technology from Autonet Mobile Lear to open innovation and design center in Detroit, USA Isuzu to establish optimal procurement operations by raising ownership ratios in Southeast Asia and Chin...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/04/23

ters Bridgestone supplying tires for Subaru Legacy Outback Bridgestone holds opening ceremony for new tire plant in Vietnam Bridgestone, Kao develop new rubber material for tires Bridgestone's run flat tires chosen for Lexus LS Bridgestone's tires featured on Lexus RC Bridgestone receives Supplier Innovation Award from BMW Bridgestone to begin pilot production of tires from guayule natural rubber in U.S. Slow economic recovery in North America a...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/04/18

or BYD E6 electric vehicle Harman to supply audio systems for Geely Emgrand EC8 Harman to supply audio systems for BYD and Daimler joint venture Harman to supply audio system for Dongfeng Passenger Vehicle Harman to support Android Open Accessory Protocol Harman joins ng Connect Program Harman wins Innovation Award from Ferrari Harman acquires MWM Acoustics Harman to reorganize Automotive and Consumer Divisions Harman unveils Toyota Touch & Go mu...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/04/15

onn, the joint venture opens new perspectives in the automotive sector. (Based on Company press release on April 30, 2024) Business Partnerships Collaboration with Iveco Bus to decarbonize passenger transport-The Company announced a collaboration with Iveco Bus at IAA Transportation 2024 to develop innovative e-mobility solutions for the decarbonization of passenger transport. The companies will combine their technological expertise in alternativ...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/04/11