e battery cell (single battery) cases and cell covers that it is scheduled to start manufacturing in 2026. Futaba Industrial Co., Ltd. is developing battery cooling plates and large battery cases for EVs. Tokai Rika Co., Ltd. produces semiconductors built into automotive parts in-house, such as the smart entry function and Immobilizer antitheft devices. By utilizing this technology and equipment, the parts supplier will sell semiconductors to oth...

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king systems. Feb. 2017 Announced that it opens new joint-venture facility to produce door-closure systems in South Korea with KwangJin Sanggong Company Ltd. Kiekert to increase investment in China Kiekert to expand development and manufacturing center in Michigan, U.S. Kiekert expanding latch factory in Czech Republic Kiekert receives Ford World Excellence Award Kiekert to form joint venture in Korea Kiekert develops new trunk latch Kiekert...

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lgate latches Latches with integrated actuators Latches with external actuators Latches with closing functions Silent Latch -Actuators Bi-directional motor drive actuators Uni-directional motor drive actuators -Strikers Anti-rattling function strikers Standard flat strikers Standard strikers -Smart emergency access system for reliable vehicle entry in emergency situations-Light touch emblem system for keyless, digital car access >>>Location...

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27, 2025) The Aisan Mirai Plant, which was under construction in Anjo City, Aichi Prefecture, by Aisan Industry Co., Ltd. (Aisan Industry), was completed on May 29, 2025. It is scheduled to start operation within FY2026 as a state-of-the-art carbon-neutral (virtually zero greenhouse gas emissions) factory. The new plant is the first factory in the Chubu central district of Japan to introduce an air-conditioning system that utilizes underground w...

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subsidiary. Sep. 2005 Made Fuzhou Ta Yih Industrial Co., Ltd. in China its subsidiary. Nov. 2005 Established Guangzhou Koito Automotive Lamp Co., Ltd. in China, which is currently a consolidated subsidiary. Apr. 2006 Shanghai Koito Automotive Lamp Co., Ltd. in Shanghai China opened its third factory. Apr. 2006 The Company opened its Chinese office in Shanghai, China.  Jul. 2006 The Company discontinued production of sealed beam lamp...

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h SiC wafers and diversify the supply chain in the SiC epiwafer business. -Based on this joint development agreement, the Company will supply SiC single crystals to Soitec, which will then manufacture SiC bonded substrates using these single crystals. Soitec possesses a unique technology, i.e., its SmartSiC technology, which can process high-quality, SiC single crystal substrates, which bond the processed surface to a polycrystalline SiC wafer as...

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o., Ltd. Utsunomiya, Tochigi Pref., Japan Manufacturing of steel cords for tire reinforcement 33.3 *On November 7, 2024, the Company announced that it will terminate production at its consolidated subsidiary, Sumitomo Rubber USA, LLC (SRUSA), which will be dissolved. Mar. 1909 Dunlop's (U.K.) factory was enticed to became Japan's first modern rubber plant.Started production of rubber bicycle tires (tube-type) and rickshaw tires solid (type)...

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artificial intelligence (AI) human resources, the company will pursue the growth of its existing businesses and the development of new businesses. (From an article in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun on January 10, 2025) Investments outside Japan JTEKT India announces INR 2.5 billion investment for new factory in Gujarat-JTEKT India Limited, an Indian subsidiary of JTEKT Corporation, announced that its board of directors approved the establishment of...

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production plant in Romania. 2008 The Company and Russian Technology signed an agreement for a joint venture to start tire production in Russia, in the region of Samara. 2009 A new plant was opened in Romania for the production of anti-particulate filters. 2010 The construction of the first factory in Mexico was announced. 2012 Acquired the Voronezh tyre plant in Russia from Russian petrochemical company Sibur Holding. Feb. 2014 Reach...

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he SDAX on November 13. 2004 ElringKlinger, in conjunction with its longstanding affiliate, Marusan Corporation, operates a joint development and sales company, ElringKlinger Marusan Corporation, Tokyo, to service the Japanese market. 2005 ElringKlinger do Brasil Ltda commissioned a newly built factory. 2006 Renaming of Jeil Elring Co., Ltd. to ElringKlinger Korea Co., Ltd. 2007 February, 26: Founding of the Indian subsidiary ElringKlinge...

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u to form a seat production company in France Toyota Boshoku acquires automotive interior business of Austrian firm Japanese auto parts manufacturers announce sales and profit forecasts for FY2011 Toyota Boshoku, Aisin Seiki begin production of new generation seat frame in Europe Kawashima Echigawa Factory merged into TB Kawashima Toyota Boshoku starts production of seats, first in EU Toyota Boshoku to reorganize management structure in China Toy...

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d its intention of closing the Bebra plant in stages by the end of 2010. (From a press release on Aug 29, 2008) In order to streamline the operations at the Automotive Division, Rieter has announced its plan to integrate its automotive components production in the Barcelona area into the Valldoreix factory (Sant Cugat del Vallès) and to close two plants nearby. The transfer is to start shortly and to last until June 2010. The company's reorganiz...

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ucts-Aisin Damping force adjustment type absorber Powertrain-Aisin Shift-by-wires BodyDoor related products-Aisin Link power doors Power slide door systems Power back door systems Power door locks Slide door closers Door hinges Door checks Flush handles Outside door handles Inside door handles Smart door handles Universal steps -Aisin Takaoka "Die quench" door beam ｰShiroki Corporation Door frames; aluminum Frame moldings; stainless st...

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Bulgaria, supporting its plans to expand manufacturing capabilities at its plants in Sopot and Karnare. The total investment amounts to around BGN 14.36 million. SKF Bearings Bulgaria will buy and install a roller bearing assembly line for the automotive and machine-building industries at the Sopot factory, along with the purchase of additional equipment for the production of bearing rings at the Karnare site. It aims to establish itself as a man...

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U.S. form partnership to provide advanced telematics services for electric vehicles Hitachi Automotive Systems aims at one trillion yen revenues in FY 2015 Hitachi to expand sales of devices to increase fuel efficiency of gasoline engine Hitachi to expand lithium-ion battery business targeting smart grid projects Nissan's four assembly plants in Japan idle for three days due to delayed delivery of engine control units from Hitachi Hitachi ...

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formation display-TCU (DCM) (Telematic control unit DCM (data communication module))-On-board equipment for V2X communication-ETC (electronic toll collection system) and ETC2.0 on-board equipment-VICS antenna-Driver status monitor Information security systems-Central gateway electronic control unit-Smart electronic control unit Other products-Body electronic control unit-Smart fob-key-Remote keyless entry transmitter-Remote keyless entry receiver...

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ny. The joint venture will develop high-voltage electrical systems and related products necessary for new energy vehicles, aiming for the installation of the systems and products in new models in and after fiscal year 2026 (ending in March 2027). IAT has strengths particularly in the development of smart platforms for new energy vehicles, as well as the development and manufacturing of core components. The Yazaki Group has a high technological ca...

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eneral Tire Inc.) and Toyo Tire & Rubber Co., Ltd. Jan. 1989 Built a test track in Takasu-cho, Kamikawa-gun, Hokkaido to be able to test winter tires. Oct. 1989 Acquired an American tire manufacturing company, Mohawk Rubber Company.  Apr. 1991 Built an R&D Center on the premises of Hiratsuka Factory. Jul. 1992 Merged the US tire manufacturing company, Mohawk Rubber Company, into a tire-sales company called Yokohama Tire Corporation to cr...

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ncrease sales to JPY 130 billion by FY 2019 Ichikoh Industries receives order for rear-combination lamps fitted on all-new Prius Ichikoh Industries develops new general‐purpose LED light source unit Valeo to acquire majority shares of Ichikoh Valeo Japan to start production at new air conditioner factory in Kyushu in April Valeo obtains approval for takeover of Ichikoh Valeo completes takeover bid of Ichikoh Ichikoh to form new division with V...

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s through joint procurement of raw materials and electric components as well as utilization of human resources and intellectual property. In the medium to long term, Sanden HD will work on the development of thermal management technology that incorporates the Hisense Group's advanced technology for smart transportation, smart cockpit, and connected cars. (From a press release dated March 1, 2021) Sanden Holdings Corporation (Sanden Holdings), whi...

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