Nissan Leaf High-Precision 3D Map Data Enhances ProPILOT 2.0 ADAS Performance
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Nissan Leaf high-precision 3D map data enables precise vehicle self positioning ...
Hino Mitsubishi Fuso Business Integration Approved by JFTC with Competition Conditions
Feb 27, 2026
JFTC approved the Hino Mitsubishi Fuso business integration subject to strict co...
Nidec Corporation Leadership Transition Following Accounting Practices Disclosure
Feb 27, 2026
Nidec Corporation founder Shigenobu Nagamori resigned from all roles ahead of a ...
Japanese passenger car production January 2026 declines 1.6% despite global sales growth
Feb 27, 2026
Japanese passenger car production January 2026 declined 1.6% year-on-year due to...
KD Hitachi High-Tech Distribution Agreement for Optical Connectivity Solutions in Japan
Feb 26, 2026
KD Hitachi High-Tech distribution agreement strengthens high-speed optical conne...
T2 Autonomous Trucks Complete Kanto–Kansai Level 4 Field Testing in Japan
Feb 26, 2026
T2 autonomous trucks completed a 400 km Kanto–Kansai highway field test suppor...
Nissan Leaf electric vehicle orders surpass 6,000 units with new B5 and B7 variants
Feb 26, 2026
Nissan Leaf electric vehicle records over 6,000 cumulative orders within four mo...
Liquid Metal Embrittlement Evaluation Technology for Resistance Spot Welds in Automotive Steel
Feb 26, 2026
Liquid Metal Embrittlement evaluation technology enhances detection of LME crack...
Denka Inter-Cell Heat Insulation Material for Lithium-Ion Batteries Enhances Thermal Safety
Feb 26, 2026
Denka inter-cell heat insulation material enhances lithium-ion batteries safety ...
China Export Control Watch List Targets Japanese Entities Over Dual-Use Items
Feb 26, 2026
China export control watch list now includes 40 Japanese entities with stricter ...
Level 4 Autonomous Cargo Transportation Launched at Narita International Airport
Feb 26, 2026
Level 4 autonomous cargo transportation debuts at Narita International Airport f...
Toyota Cross-Shareholding Unwind Signals Major Corporate Governance Reform Shift
Feb 26, 2026
Toyota cross-shareholding unwind may involve up to ¥3 trillion in share sales b...
Renesas R-Car V4H ADAS SoC Powers Toyota RAV4 ADAS Control Unit
Feb 26, 2026
Renesas R-Car V4H ADAS SoC has been adopted for the Toyota RAV4 ADAS control uni...
Niterra Leadership Transition: Keiji Suzuki Appointed President to Navigate Business Changes
Feb 26, 2026
Keiji Suzuki will assume the presidency on April 1, marking the first leadership...
Bell Energy Electric Truck Conversion with External Power Supply Technology
Feb 26, 2026
Bell Energy electric truck conversion integrates advanced power control systems ...
Automotive Shunt Reference IC for High-Accuracy ECU Voltage Control
Feb 26, 2026
The Automotive Shunt Reference IC S-19760/1 Series delivers ±0.1% output voltag...
Toyota bZ4X Touring BEV Launched in Japan with 734 km Range and Advanced Safety
Feb 26, 2026
Toyota bZ4X Touring BEV offers up to 734 km driving range with a 74.69 kWh batte...
Subaru Seino Transportation Collaboration Improves Long-Distance Automotive Parts Logistics in Japan
Feb 26, 2026
Subaru Seino Transportation collaboration streamlines long-distance transportati...
Panasonic Nanoe X Air Purification Adopted in Mitsubishi Triton for Enhanced Cabin Safety
Feb 26, 2026
Panasonic Nanoe X is now integrated into Mitsubishi Triton to enhance cabin air ...
Japan Environmental Performance Tax Abolition Set for FY2025 Approval
Feb 24, 2026
Japan environmental performance tax abolition aims to remove vehicle purchase an...
In-Vehicle Artificial Intelligence AI Agents Transform Automotive Cockpit Systems
Feb 24, 2026
In-vehicle Artificial Intelligence AI Agents are becoming central to next-genera...
Toyota Supplier Support Strategy to Strengthen Domestic Supply Chain
Feb 24, 2026
Toyota supplier support strategy strengthens domestic supply chain resilience th...
Zenrin White Label Navigation Package for Automakers
Feb 20, 2026
Zenrin introduces a near-finished navigation application that automakers can bra...
Aisin Corporation Medium-Term Management Plan 2028 Focuses on EV and PHV Powertrain Growth
Feb 20, 2026
Aisin Corporation will invest JPY 450 billion through FY 2028 to expand EV and P...
Metropolitan Expressway Autonomous Vehicles Research Collaboration with Toyota and NEC
Feb 20, 2026
Metropolitan Expressway partners with eight companies to accelerate autonomous v...
Honda ICON e: Class 1 Electric Moped Launch in Japan at Competitive Price
Feb 20, 2026
Honda launches the Honda ICON e: Class 1 electric moped in Japan at JPY 220,000 ...
Toyota U.S.-Built Camry Sales Target in Japan Under Revised Safety Standards
Feb 20, 2026
Toyota targets 10,000 annual sales of the U.S.-built Camry in Japan starting 202...
Global Automotive Industry Shifts: Renault Profit Drop, Toyota CEO Change, REACH Reform and 2026 Production Forecast
Feb 20, 2026
Renault, Toyota and European regulators signal structural shifts shaping the glo...
Noritake Conductive Adhesive with 175 degree C Limit Enhances Power Semiconductor Reliability
Feb 19, 2026
Noritake developed a conductive adhesive rated up to 175 degree C for reliable ...
Toyota RAV4 PHEV Launch in Japan with 150 km BEV Range and 242 kW Output
Feb 19, 2026
Toyota RAV4 PHEV debuts in Japan with 150 km BEV mode driving range and 242 kW s...
Isuzu Electric Trucks Deployed with ANA for Airport Cargo Electrification
Feb 19, 2026
Isuzu electric trucks are being tested with ANA at Haneda and New Chitose airpor...
Japan Automotive Supply Chain Reform: Semiconductor Stability and Rare-Earth-Free Strategy
Feb 19, 2026
JAMA prioritizes semiconductor procurement stability and rare-earth-free innovat...
DW15 Series Connector for Automatic Charging of Autonomous Mobile Robots
Feb 19, 2026
The DW15 Series connector improves automatic charging reliability for autonomous...
Kasai Kogyo Financial Forecast Revised as Company Targets First Profit in Seven Years
Feb 18, 2026
Kasai Kogyo financial forecast upgraded with expected return to profitability in...
Japan EV Sales Surge 42.7% in January 2026 as Toyota bZ4X Leads Growth
Feb 18, 2026
Japan EV sales rose 42.7% year-over-year in January 2026 despite an overall pass...
Japan Revises Safety Standards to Allow US-Made Passenger Vehicles Without Additional Testing
Feb 18, 2026
Japan safety standards now recognize US compliance for passenger vehicles. New M...
Japan METI Advances Perovskite Solar Cells Through Overseas Demonstration Support
Feb 18, 2026
Japan METI will support overseas demonstrations of perovskite solar cells starti...
Toyoda Gosei Waste Reduction Initiative Achieves 97% Cut at Nishimizoguchi Plant
Feb 18, 2026
Toyoda Gosei waste reduction efforts led to a 97% decrease in water-bearing oil ...
Nissan Suppliers Financial Results Q3 2025 Show Mixed Performance
Feb 18, 2026
Six automotive parts suppliers reported revenue decline in Q3 2025, while only N...
Japan USD 36 Billion Investment Boosts U.S. Strategic Energy and Critical Minerals Sectors
Feb 18, 2026
Japan USD 36 billion investment targets oil and gas, power generation, and criti...
Japan Simplifies Safety Screening for U.S.-Made Cars to Boost Reverse Imports
Feb 18, 2026
Japan introduces a simplified approval process for U.S.-made cars by eliminating...
2026 Toyota bZ Woodland BEV Launch with AWD, 375 HP and 281-Mile Range
Feb 18, 2026
The 2026 Toyota bZ Woodland BEV delivers 375 hp with AWD and up to 281 miles of ...
Ichikoh Industries Tooling Center Strengthens High-Precision Mold Production in Japan
Feb 17, 2026
Ichikoh Industries Tooling Center enhances high-precision mold production capaci...
Sumitomo Rubber Industries to Relax China Sourcing Criteria for Tire Materials Amid Supply Chain Risks
Feb 17, 2026
Sumitomo Rubber Industries to ease China tire material sourcing cap to strengthe...
Nissan Financial Results FY2026: Net Loss, Sales Decline and Re:Nissan Recovery Plan Update
Feb 15, 2026
Nissan financial results show a sharp net loss and lower global sales in FY2026 ...
Turing Inc and GMO Internet Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Autonomous Driving Technology with JPY 3.2 Billion Investment
Feb 14, 2026
Autonomous Driving Technology development gains momentum as Turing Inc secures J...
Toyota Industries Tender Offer Extended to March 2 as Toyota Group Holds JPY 18,800 Share Price
Feb 14, 2026
Toyota Industries Tender Offer extended to March 2, 2026 with price fixed at JPY...
Japan Display Inc Automotive Display Subsidiary AutoTech to Launch on April 1
Feb 14, 2026
Japan Display Inc Automotive Display business will transition into new subsidiar...
NTT Group to Commercialize Remote Monitoring Service for Autonomous Driving by FY2027
Feb 14, 2026
Remote Monitoring Service for Autonomous Driving to be commercialized by NTT Gro...
Nissan Shatai Employee Transfer Plan Announced Ahead of Shonan Plant Conversion
Feb 14, 2026
Nissan Shatai employee transfer plan supports workforce transition during Shonan...
Honda Automobile Business Reorganization: Honda R&D Merger to Accelerate SDV Strategy
Feb 12, 2026
Honda Automobile Business Reorganization integrates Honda R&D to accelerate SDV ...
Isuzu FY2025 Q3 Financial Results: Revenue Rises to JPY 2,511.5 Billion Despite Profit Decline
Feb 12, 2026
Isuzu FY2025 Q3 financial results show revenue growth despite pressure on profit...
Mazda Earnings Report FY2026: Sales Fall 5.1% as US Tariffs Impact Profits
Feb 12, 2026
Mazda earnings report shows revenue down 5.1% amid US tariff pressure Mazda ret...
Nissan Oppama Plant Closure: Kanagawa Reviews Economic and Employment Impact
Feb 12, 2026
Nissan Oppama Plant Closure discussions focus on economic stability and employme...
Mazda FY2025 Q3 Financial Results: Sales Fall, Operating Loss Deepens
Feb 10, 2026
Mazda FY2025 Q3 financial results highlight a sharp profitability downturn with ...
Subaru Corporation Financial Results 2026: Revenue, Profit Impacted by U.S. Tariffs
Feb 09, 2026
Subaru Corporation financial results show revenue resilience but significant pro...
Toyota financial results FY2026: 9M revenue rises 6.8% despite profit pressure
Feb 09, 2026
Toyota financial results FY2026 highlight steady revenue growth even as tariffs ...
Toyota CEO change: Koji Sato moves to Vice Chairman, Kenta Kon named President
Feb 09, 2026
Toyota CEO change signals a strategic leadership shift to boost global competiti...
Honda diamond semiconductor research lab advances next-generation power electronics
Feb 09, 2026
Honda diamond semiconductor research enters a new phase with a dedicated joint l...
Japan Autonomous Driving Roadmap: Commercialization Timeline and Market Expansion Plan
Feb 07, 2026
Japan autonomous driving roadmap sets clear timelines to commercialize AI-based ...
Samvardhana Motherson Group takeover bid for Yutaka Giken
Feb 07, 2026
Samvardhana Motherson Group takeover bid targets majority control of Japan-based...
Natural Graphite Anode Supply Chain: Idemitsu Builds Japan–Australia Battery Materials Network
Feb 07, 2026
Natural graphite anode supply chain between Japan and Australia aims to strength...
Suzuki FY2025 Q3 Financial Results: Revenue Rises, Profitability Declines
Feb 07, 2026
Suzuki FY2025 Q3 financial results reflect steady revenue growth alongside decli...
Mitsubishi Motors FY2025 Q3 Financial Results Show Sharp Profit Decline
Feb 07, 2026
Mitsubishi Motors FY2025 Q3 financial results highlight a sharp year-on-year dec...
Open-Source Autonomous Driving Software: Tier IV’s Strategy to Democratize AV Development
Feb 07, 2026
Open-source autonomous driving software is becoming the foundation of Tier IV’...
Mazda CX-3 Japan Sales End as Mazda Discontinues Compact SUV
Feb 06, 2026
Mazda CX-3 Japan sales end after weak domestic demand and phased production shut...
Toyota FY2025 Q3 Financial Results: Revenue Rises, Profit Declines
Feb 06, 2026
Toyota FY2025 Q3 financial results highlight revenue growth despite profit press...
TSMC 3nm Semiconductor Manufacturing in Japan Strengthens AI and Chip Supply Chain
Feb 06, 2026
TSMC 3nm semiconductor manufacturing Japan marks the country’s first productio...
Mitsubishi Chemical Coke Business Withdrawal Triggers JPY 85 Billion Loss
Feb 04, 2026
Mitsubishi Chemical coke business withdrawal reflects sustained losses driven by...
Subaru BEV production begins in Japan with Trailseeker electric SUV
Feb 04, 2026
Subaru BEV production officially starts in Japan with its first in-house electri...
Mitsubishi Electric Early Voluntary Retirement Program Sees 4,700 Employees Apply
Feb 04, 2026
Mitsubishi Electric early voluntary retirement program draws significant respons...
Nissan vehicle development time reduction with 3D printing collaboration
Feb 04, 2026
Nissan vehicle development time reduction is targeted through advanced 3D printi...
Waymo autonomous ride-hailing investment hits USD 16 billion, valuation reaches USD 126 billion
Feb 04, 2026
Waymo autonomous ride-hailing secures a USD 16 billion funding round, lifting th...
NEXI Insurance Backs Anadolu Isuzu Overseas Acquisition via Türk Eximbank
Feb 04, 2026
NEXI insurance supports Anadolu Isuzu’s overseas expansion through a Türk Exi...
Toyota recycled materials cut CO2 emissions in vehicle soundproofing
Feb 04, 2026
Toyota recycled materials are being integrated into vehicle soundproofing to sig...
Schaeffler Japan new business segment targets humanoid robots and hydrogen systems
Feb 04, 2026
Schaeffler Japan new business segment is being positioned as a long-term growth ...
Toyota Group parts suppliers FY2025 financial forecast revised upward
Feb 04, 2026
Toyota Group parts suppliers FY2025 financial forecast shows stronger sales and ...
Rare-earth-free ferrite magnets gain Japan METI support for automotive motors
Feb 04, 2026
Rare-earth-free ferrite magnets are set to receive policy-backed support in Japa...
Japan New Vehicle Market Starts 2026 Sluggishly as January Sales Decline
Feb 04, 2026
Japan new vehicle market recorded a year-on-year decline in January 2026, markin...
Daihatsu electric mini commercial vehicles debut with e-Hijet Cargo and e-Atrai BEVs
Feb 03, 2026
Daihatsu electric mini commercial vehicles mark the company’s first mass-produ...
Mazda organizational reforms and personnel changes announced for April 1
Feb 03, 2026
Mazda organizational reforms aim to streamline vehicle development from planning...
Toyota solid-state battery materials: Idemitsu Kosan pilot facility decision
Feb 03, 2026
Toyota solid-state battery materials move closer to commercialization with Idemi...
Japan Vehicle Exports 2025 Decline for Second Year Despite China
Feb 03, 2026
Japan vehicle exports 2025 declined for the second consecutive year, reflecting ...
Amorphous Alloy Powder Production Expansion: Seiko Epson Invests JPY 4 Billion
Feb 03, 2026
Amorphous alloy powder production capacity will rise sharply to support automoti...
Maxell in-car optical lens unit business transfer to Maxell Frontier to boost automotive optics
Feb 03, 2026
Maxell in-car optical lens unit business restructuring strengthens automotive op...
Stanley Electric Iwasaki Electric acquisition strengthens autonomous driving infrastructure strategy
Feb 02, 2026
Stanley Electric Iwasaki Electric acquisition positions the company to accelerat...
Suzuki Global Production 2025 Rises 3.8% as India Drives Growth
Feb 02, 2026
Suzuki global production 2025 recorded steady growth, led by India and overseas ...
META Title EV Charger Demand Map Japan Helps Expand Charging Infrastructure
Feb 02, 2026
EV Charger Demand Map Japan enables faster, data-backed decisions for EV chargin...
Nissan Global Production Falls 5.7% in 2025 as Sales Decline Continues
Feb 02, 2026
Nissan global production declined for the second straight year, reflecting struc...
Hino FY2025 Q3 Financial Results Show Profit Recovery Despite Sales Drop
Jan 29, 2026
Hino FY2025 Q3 financial results highlight a sharp turnaround in profitability d...
MinebeaMitsumi–Sanken Power Module Collaboration Targets JPY 10B by FY2031
Jan 29, 2026
MinebeaMitsumi–Sanken power module collaboration targets long-term growth in E...
Sumitomo Rubber e.SPORT MAXX Tire Selected for Nissan Leaf EV B7
Jan 29, 2026
Sumitomo Rubber e.SPORT MAXX tire strengthens EV efficiency and refinement as or...
Nidec Corporate Culture Reform After Accounting Irregularities
Jan 29, 2026
Nidec corporate culture reform enters a critical phase as the company restructur...
NTN Corporation Accelerates Global Production Restructuring
Jan 28, 2026
NTN Corporation global production restructuring focuses on cost efficiency and e...
Pacific Industrial Management Buyout Secures Delisting Path
Jan 28, 2026
Pacific Industrial management buyout secures control after competitive tender of...
Alps Alpine Nippon Seiki Alliance Dissolution Confirmed
Jan 28, 2026
Alps Alpine Nippon Seiki alliance dissolution highlights a strategic governance ...
Panasonic nanoe X Suzuki e VITARA Enhances EV Cabin Air Quality
Jan 28, 2026
Panasonic nanoe X Suzuki e VITARA strengthens EV cabin air purification standard...
Hino Motors Integrated Platform Strategy Targets 8% Margin by 2030
Jan 28, 2026
Hino Motors integrated platform strategy focuses on simplifying global truck pla...
Toray Industries heat-resistant polypropylene release film
Jan 27, 2026
Toray Industries heat-resistant polypropylene release film sets a new benchmark ...
Sumitomo Rubber Cabot Recycled Carbon Black Agreement for Tires
Jan 27, 2026
Sumitomo Rubber Cabot recycled carbon black marks a key step toward sustainable ...
Suzuki Motor Corporation Sagara Plant Accident Under Investigation
Jan 26, 2026
Suzuki Motor Corporation Sagara Plant accident highlights safety oversight at an...
Japan MLIT US-made vehicle safety checks for imported passenger vehicles
Jan 26, 2026
Japan MLIT US-made vehicle safety checks highlight Japan’s plan to monitor imp...
Sumitomo Bakelite Kyocera Chemical Business Acquisition Expands Semiconductor Materials
Jan 24, 2026
Sumitomo Bakelite Kyocera chemical business acquisition strengthens semiconducto...
Japan MLIT Autonomous Driving Task Force to Accelerate AI Vehicles
Jan 24, 2026
Japan MLIT autonomous driving task force aims to accelerate AI-based autonomous ...
Toyota Motor Corporation Japan Production Lines to Resume After Snow Halt
Jan 24, 2026
Toyota Motor Corporation Japan production lines halted by snowfall will restart ...
Hyundai STARIA Electric Planned for Japan Launch by Autumn 2026
Jan 24, 2026
Hyundai STARIA Electric is planned for Japan with a targeted launch window of au...
Mitsubishi Fuso Foxconn Zero-Emission Bus Company Japan Set for Launch
Jan 22, 2026
Mitsubishi Fuso Foxconn Zero-Emission Bus Company Japan targets faster adoption ...
Ghana Japan Automotive Partnership Signals New Investment Push
Jan 22, 2026
Ghana Japan automotive partnership gains momentum with new investment and market...
2026 Subaru WRX Pricing Announced by Subaru of America
Jan 22, 2026
2026 Subaru WRX pricing starts at USD 32,495 with the return of the base model a...
Honda Princeton NuEnergy Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling Collaboration
Jan 22, 2026
Honda Princeton NuEnergy lithium-ion battery recycling strengthens circular batt...
Honda Motor Co AI Vehicle Development Strategy Transforms R&D
Jan 22, 2026
Honda Motor Co AI vehicle development will reshape how vehicles are designed, va...
Mitsubishi Motors new president appointed as COO effective April
Jan 22, 2026
Mitsubishi Motors new president appointment signals a major leadership transitio...
Toyota Motor Corporation Circular Economy Technologies at Automotive World
Jan 22, 2026
Toyota Motor Corporation circular economy technologies demonstrate a global push...
Foresight Autonomous Advances V2X Collision Prevention with SoftBank
Jan 22, 2026
Foresight Autonomous V2X collision prevention expands through SoftBank validatio...
Japan Rare Earth Supply Chain Diversification Strengthened by JOGMEC Funding
Jan 22, 2026
Japan rare earth supply chain diversification receives new government-backed fun...
Japanese Government Clean Energy Vehicle Subsidy Revision
Jan 22, 2026
Japanese Government Clean Energy Vehicle Subsidy Revision may undergo another ad...
Honda Aston Martin F1 Power Unit for 2026 Season Unveiled
Jan 22, 2026
Honda Aston Martin F1 Power Unit 2026 strengthens electrification-led performanc...
Honda Fuel Cell System Discontinuation at FCSM by End of 2026
Jan 21, 2026
Honda Fuel Cell System Discontinuation highlights a strategic shift toward next-...
Acconeer Radar Sensor Powers Toyota RAV4 2026 Smart Trunk Access
Jan 20, 2026
Acconeer radar sensor Toyota RAV4 2026 integration improves hands-free trunk acc...
Denso AUTOSAR Core Partner Role Advances Software Standardization
Jan 20, 2026
Denso AUTOSAR Core Partner status strengthens its influence in global automotive...
Tokai Rika bamboo fiber composite adopted for Lexus IS interior
Jan 20, 2026
Tokai Rika bamboo fiber composite material achieves its first automotive applica...
Toyota Workers Union 2026 Wage Negotiations Strategy Set by ATWU
Jan 20, 2026
Toyota workers union 2026 wage negotiations move forward without a unified base ...
Mazda Electric Vehicle Launch Delay Pushes Dedicated EV to 2029
Jan 19, 2026
Mazda electric vehicle launch delay highlights a strategic shift toward hybrids ...
Hino Motors stake transfer to Toyota reshapes Hotai Motor holding
Jan 19, 2026
Hino Motors stake transfer to Toyota strengthens financial recovery efforts. Th...
JTEKT Steer-by-Wire System Strategy for Next-Generation Vehicles
Jan 19, 2026
JTEKT steer-by-wire system is being positioned as a core technology for future v...
Japan Third Transport Policy Basic Plan Approved to 2031
Jan 19, 2026
Japan Third Transport Policy Basic Plan approved to accelerate transport reforms...
Honda Confirms Honda 0 Series Saloon EV Production Delay to 2027
Jan 17, 2026
Honda 0 Series Saloon EV production timeline officially revised by Honda. Strat...
Maruti Suzuki VICTORIS SUV Exports Begin for Global Markets
Jan 16, 2026
Maruti Suzuki VICTORIS SUV exports mark a major step in India’s global automot...
PlusAI Level 4 autonomous trucks advance Japan market with T2 partnership
Jan 16, 2026
PlusAI Level 4 autonomous trucks strengthen Japan’s freight modernization road...
Suzuki Jimny Nomade orders will reopen through a lottery-based allocation to manage demand smoothly.
Jan 16, 2026
The move follows overwhelming initial bookings that far exceeded planned monthly...
Toyota bZ4X Electric SUV Sales Surge After 2025 Facelift
Jan 16, 2026
Toyota bZ4X electric SUV sales highlight the growing momentum of Toyota’s EV s...
NHK Spring EV power module substrate enables efficient heat dissipation in next-generation electric vehicle inverters
Jan 16, 2026
Advanced resin-based technology achieves mass production readiness for electrifi...
Panasonic Automotive Systems SDV Strategy Drives Mobility UX Shift
Jan 16, 2026
Panasonic Automotive Systems SDV strategy signals shift from hardware to softwar...
Japan MLIT ACPE Safety Standards Tighten Vehicle Pedal Misapplication Control
Jan 16, 2026
Japan MLIT ACPE safety standards tighten pedal misapplication crash prevention a...
Mitsubishi Electric SiC MOSFET Powers Next-Gen EV Inverters
Jan 16, 2026
Mitsubishi Electric SiC MOSFET boosts EV efficiency with 50% lower losses Mitsu...
Toyota Industries Takeover Bid by Toyota Group Set at JPY 18,800
Jan 16, 2026
Toyota Industries takeover bid by Toyota Group strengthens shareholder alignment...
Koito Automotive LiDAR Investment Freeze Signals Strategic Shift
Jan 16, 2026
Koito automotive LiDAR investment freeze reflects slower autonomous driving dema...
Toyota Global Sales Lead 2025: Toyota Outpaces Volkswagen Group
Jan 16, 2026
Toyota global sales lead strengthens as hybrid demand accelerates worldwide. St...
SoftBank Autonomous Driving Bus Project in Yokosuka City
Jan 14, 2026
Yokosuka launches Japan’s most structured autonomous public-bus roadmap, movin...
Japan Electrified Vehicle Sales 2025: Nissan, Toyota and BYD Shape Market
Jan 14, 2026
Japan’s electrified vehicle market slipped for the first time in five years as...
Sumitomo Wiring Systems SkyDrive Flying Car Wire Harness Partnership
Jan 14, 2026
This partnership applies proven automotive electrical systems to make flying car...
Schaeffler Asia Pacific CEO Maximilian Fiedler Takes Charge in 2026
Jan 13, 2026
Leadership continuity in Asia Pacific is being reinforced as Schaeffler places a...
Mitsubishi Nissan Rogue Plug-in Hybrid Production Begins
Jan 13, 2026
Mitsubishi Nissan expands plug-in hybrid production to accelerate North America ...
Honda New H Mark Signals Next-Gen EV and Hybrid Brand Shift
Jan 13, 2026
The new Honda H Mark is being positioned as the visual backbone for Honda’s el...
Honda Mini Vehicle Electrification Strategy Faces Strategic Reset
Jan 13, 2026
Japan’s slow EV adoption is forcing Honda to keep gasoline-powered kei cars al...
Japan METI China dual-use export controls spark trade dispute
Jan 13, 2026
China’s export controls risk choking critical rare-earth supplies for Japan’...
Rohde & Schwarz Japan Expands Osaki Office to Boost NTN and OpenGMSL
Jan 12, 2026
The Osaki expansion gives Japanese OEMs faster, local validation for satellite-b...
ETAS eSOL AUTOSAR Partnership Strengthens Japan SDV Ecosystem
Jan 12, 2026
The ETAS–eSOL agreement brings globally standardized AUTOSAR software into Jap...
Honda Super-One Electric Car Launched in Singapore First
Jan 12, 2026
Singapore becomes the global launchpad for Honda’s newest compact battery-elec...
PPAP Automotive Stake Sale in PPAP Tokai India Rubber
Jan 08, 2026
PPAP Automotive has agreed to fully exit its joint venture with Tokai Kogyo thro...
China MOFCOM Dual-Use Export Controls on Japan Intensify
Jan 08, 2026
China tightens export controls, directly escalating trade and security frictions...
Sumitomo Rubber Sensing Core Technology Expansion at CES 2026
Jan 08, 2026
The company is scaling tire-derived software intelligence into a broader digital...
MinebeaMitsumi CES 2026 Showcases Humanoid Robot and Autonomous Tech
Jan 08, 2026
The article highlights MinebeaMitsumi’s strategic expansion into humanoid robo...
Kyocera CES 2026 Technologies Showcase Advanced Sensing and AI
Jan 08, 2026
Kyocera is using CES 2026 to position itself as a key enabler of AI-driven mobil...
Smart Eye Driver Monitoring Integrated With Renesas R-Car X5H
Jan 07, 2026
Two companies accelerate deployment of AI-driven in-cabin safety by aligning sof...
Toyota Motor Corporation Renames TOYOTA RACING GmbH in Europe
Jan 07, 2026
Toyota has rebranded its European motorsports R&D arm to sharpen the link betwee...
Japan Clean Energy Vehicle (CEV) Subsidy Update Boosts EV Incentives
Jan 07, 2026
Japan has raised EV subsidies to directly improve affordability while tightening...
Japanese Automotive Industry JAMA Unites to Boost Global Competitiveness
Jan 07, 2026
The Japanese automotive industry is aligning itself to face mounting geopolitica...
Japan Proper Transactions Act Drives Sansan Contract One, Resilire Services
Jan 07, 2026
Digital compliance requirements in Japan are accelerating enterprise adoption of...
Honda production suspension amid global semiconductor shortage
Jan 06, 2026
Production halts at key China plants and delayed restarts show how deeply chip s...
AFEELA Prototype 2026 Signals Sony Honda Mobility’s EV Vision
Jan 06, 2026
Sony Honda Mobility is positioning AFEELA as a premium, software- and experience...
Japan New Vehicle Sales Rise in 2025, Growth Outlook 2026
Jan 06, 2026
Japan’s vehicle market returned to growth in 2025 after prolonged disruption, ...
NTT Mujin Robotics Alliance to Advance Industrial Automation
Jan 06, 2026
The alliance brings telecom-grade digital infrastructure together with autonomou...
Carbon Nanotube Film Manufacturing for Automotive Applications
Jan 05, 2026
Two companies are collaborating to scale carbon nanotube film production for nex...
Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association Leadership Shift Signals Strategic Reset
Jan 05, 2026
Two-line leadership transition reflects a strategic recalibration by Japan’s a...
Japan New Vehicle Sales Forecast 2026 Points to Market Growth
Jan 05, 2026
Japan’s auto market is set for a second straight year of recovery, supported b...
Japan Corporate Cybersecurity Rating System to Protect Supply Chains
Jan 05, 2026
Japan plans a transparent, star-based cybersecurity rating to reduce systemic ri...
AI-Based Visitor Movement Analysis Enhances Gunma Safari Park Operations
Jan 05, 2026
AI-driven camera analytics are being piloted to convert visitor movement data in...
Chinese Automakers Global Vehicle Sales Lead in 2025
Jan 01, 2026
Chinese automakers are set to overtake Japan as the world’s largest vehicle se...
Honda Astemo Acquisition Strengthens Software-Defined Vehicle Strategy
Dec 30, 2025
Honda moves to majority control of Astemo to accelerate its software-defined veh...
Honda Tokyo Auto Salon 2026 Showcases Sports DNA Concepts
Dec 30, 2025
Two global concept debuts and motorsport machines underline Honda’s race-to-ro...
Honda Tokyo Auto Salon 2026 Showcases Sports DNA Concepts
Dec 30, 2025
Two global concept debuts and motorsport machines underline Honda’s race-to-ro...
Toyota Motor Corporation announced plans to introduce U.S.-manufactured vehicles in the Japanese market
Dec 30, 2025
Toyota will begin selling U.S.-manufactured models in Japan from 2026 to expand ...
Suzuki Jimny Nomade Monster Hunter Wilds Edition Debuts at Tokyo Auto Salon 2026
Dec 30, 2025
Two-line special-edition concept highlights Suzuki’s pop-culture collaboration...
Imagry Integrates Autonomous Electric Buses with eVersum
Dec 30, 2025
Autonomous electric buses combine mapless AI driving with certified EV platforms...
Japanese Automakers Global Production and Sales Decline in November
Dec 30, 2025
Japanese automakers faced another challenging month as global production contrac...
Japan Subcontract Act Violation: JFTC Issues Warning to Toyodenso
Dec 30, 2025
Regulatory enforcement intensifies scrutiny on unfair subcontracting practices i...
In-Vehicle Radiant Heater Boosts EV Energy Efficiency
Dec 30, 2025
Improves EV cabin heating efficiency by shifting from air heating to targeted ra...
Imagry Autonomous Bus Pilot Launches in Japan
Dec 28, 2025
Two-line autonomous bus pilot targets real-world public transport validation in ...
Swift Fab Energy Systems to Accelerate EV Battery Production
Dec 28, 2025
The article explains the formation of a collaborative venture to modernize EV ba...
Nippon Seiki Head-Up Display Adopted in Toyota RAV4
Dec 28, 2025
The article confirms Nippon Seiki’s first-ever HUD supply to a Toyota vehicle,...
Uzbekistan Automotive Investment Set to Grow with Japan Partnership
Dec 27, 2025
The ADM–Sojitz partnership signals a significant step toward positioning Uzbek...
Japan Electric Vehicle Sales Show Sustained Growth Momentum
Dec 27, 2025
Japan’s EV market continues to grow despite an overall slowdown in electrified...
Pacific Industrial Management Buyout Tender Offer Extended
Dec 27, 2025
The management buyout of Pacific Industrial is progressing with an extended tend...
Turing Inc. Head Office Relocation to Accelerate Autonomous Driving Development
Dec 27, 2025
Turing Inc. is consolidating leadership and R&D at a single Tokyo location to ac...
Automotive Manufacturing AI: Suzuki Adopts Ollo Factory
Dec 26, 2025
Suzuki is embedding AI-driven work analysis to digitalize shopfloor operations a...
JAMA Chairman Appointment Signals Automotive Strategy Shift for 2026
Dec 26, 2025
JAMA’s leadership transition places Toyota at the center of Japan’s automoti...
Sawafuji Electric Tender Offer to Lead to Delisting and Merger
Dec 26, 2025
The tender offer will result in Sawafuji Electric’s delisting and full privati...
Japan Car Tax Reform FY2026: Environmental Auto Tax Abolished
Dec 26, 2025
Japan’s FY2026 car tax reform removes acquisition-stage environmental taxes to...
aiMotive aiData Platform Transforms Automotive Data Collection in Japan
Dec 26, 2025
aiMotive’s aiData Platform enters Japan via Macnica, strengthening large-scale...
Toyota US-built models Japan market planned for 2026 launch
Dec 26, 2025
Toyota is evaluating the re-entry of U.S.-built models into the Japan market sta...
Honda Semiconductor Shortage Triggers Production Suspension
Dec 26, 2025
Honda is temporarily suspending and scaling back vehicle production in Japan and...
Sumitomo Rubber Recycled Carbon Black in Passenger Car Tires
Dec 26, 2025
Sumitomo Rubber has begun using recycled carbon black in mass-produced passenger...
Toyota RAV4 ASR Recycled Plastic Used in Underbody Cover
Dec 26, 2025
Toyota has successfully used 100% ASR recycled plastic in a structural underbody...
Automotive Camera PMIC S-19560B Enables Compact ADAS Designs
Dec 26, 2025
ABLIC’s new S-19560B PMIC targets space-constrained automotive camera modules ...
Level-4 Autonomous Driving Trucks Roadmap Takes Shape in Japan
Dec 26, 2025
Japan has defined a coordinated public–private roadmap to accelerate real-worl...
Japan EV Subsidy Revision to Reshape Clean Energy Vehicles Policy
Dec 26, 2025
Japan will rebalance EV and fuel cell vehicle subsidies from January 2026 to red...
aiMotive aiData Platform Expands Automotive Data Capabilities in Japan
Dec 25, 2025
The aiMotive–Macnica collaboration introduces a scalable, production-ready aut...
Hyundai Mobility Service Japan Targets Rural Transport Revival
Dec 25, 2025
Hyundai is using on-demand mobility services to address shrinking rural transpor...
Sumitomo Electric acquires Sumitomo Riko as wholly owned unit
Dec 25, 2025
Sumitomo Electric has completed the acquisition of Sumitomo Riko, making it a wh...
TDK Automotive Power Inductor Sets New Benchmark for ECUs
Dec 25, 2025
TDK has introduced a compact, high-current automotive power inductor optimized f...
NTT Level 4 Autonomous Vehicles Strategy Targets 1,000 Units by 2030
Dec 25, 2025
NTT is moving Level 4 autonomous driving from pilots to a scalable commercial mo...
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and PHEV Launch Redefines Japan SUV Market
Dec 25, 2025
Toyota’s sixth-generation RAV4 strengthens Japan’s electrified SUV segment w...
Honda Astemo Acquisition Strengthens SDV and Software Strategy
Dec 25, 2025
Honda secures majority control of Astemo to accelerate software-defined vehicle ...
Nissan NISMO Customized Vehicles Drive Global Growth Strategy
Dec 25, 2025
Nissan is scaling NISMO customized vehicles as a core pillar of its global perfo...
TomTom Real-Time Maps Power Honda Sensing 360+ ADAS
Dec 25, 2025
TomTom’s cloud-based real-time maps enable clearer, safer hands-off driving bo...
Panasonic Automotive Systems Rebrands as Mobitera in 2027
Dec 25, 2025
Panasonic Automotive Systems’ rebranding to Mobitera signals a strategic shift...
Automotive Chiplet SoC Standardization Gains Momentum in Japan–Europe Alliance
Dec 25, 2025
Japan–Europe research collaboration is accelerating automotive chiplet SoC sta...
Japan Transport Policy Pushes Autonomous Vehicles and Digital Mobility
Dec 25, 2025
Japan plans a large-scale rollout of autonomous vehicles to close mobility gaps ...
Japan Automotive Body Tax Revision Tightens EV Rules From 2028
Dec 25, 2025
Japan is tightening its automotive body tax framework with stricter EV and PHV r...
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Launch Signals a New SUV Era
Dec 24, 2025
The sixth-generation Toyota RAV4 strengthens Toyota’s leadership in electrifie...
Toyota Gazoo Racing Tokyo Auto Salon 2026 Debut of GR GT and GR GT3
Dec 24, 2025
Toyota Gazoo Racing uses Tokyo Auto Salon 2026 to reinforce its race-to-road per...
Honda Overseas-Built EV Strategy to Expand Japan Lineup
Dec 24, 2025
Honda plans to revive its Japan passenger car business by importing overseas-bui...
Fuel Cell Battery Separator Patent by Nippon Kinzoku, Toyota
Dec 24, 2025
A joint Nippon Kinzoku–Toyota patent targets lower contact resistance to boost...
Japanese auto parts supply chain disruption amid Thailand-Cambodia conflict
Dec 24, 2025
Cross-border conflict between Thailand and Cambodia has disrupted Japanese auto ...
GAC Group Japan EV Market Entry with Aion Brand in 2026
Dec 23, 2025
GAC Group plans a cautious, fleet-first entry into Japan’s EV market with its ...
Weather Layers Enhance Automotive Safety and UX
Dec 22, 2025
Mapbox Japan Weather Layers integrate localized, real-time weather intelligence ...
Electric Sports Car Development Advances With Caterham Project V
Dec 22, 2025
The Caterham Project V brings together global performance specialists to advance...