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Honda Astemo Acquisition EU Approval Under Merger Regulation

May 01, 2026

The European Commission approved Honda’s acquisition of Astemo under simplifie...

ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India Expands Automotive Steel Capacity at Hazira

May 01, 2026

ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India has added 2 MTPA automotive steel capacity at H...

Yokohama Rubber AI Mold Design System Enhances Tire Manufacturing Efficiency

May 01, 2026

Yokohama Rubber has introduced an AI-powered system to optimize tire mold design...

Mitsubishi Electric Foxconn Strategic Alliance Automotive Electrification SDV Expansion

May 01, 2026

Mitsubishi Electric and Foxconn plan a strategic alliance to jointly operate aut...

Nippon Steel DRI Plant Investment in U.S. Steel EAF Expansion Strategy

May 01, 2026

Nippon Steel is investing $1.9 billion to build a DRI facility to secure raw mat...

Mazda CX-5 New Model Europe Demand Japan Launch Strategy

May 01, 2026

Mazda CX-5 continues to drive strong demand in Europe with significant early ord...

Japan Display US Factory Plan Investigation Government Investment Strategy

May 01, 2026

Japan Display has confirmed it is evaluating involvement in a potential US-based...

Brazil Auto Parts Exports Shift Mexico Surpasses United States March 2026

May 01, 2026

Mexico has overtaken the United States as the second-largest destination for Bra...

J-Bus Production Normalization Komatsu Plant Paint Thinner Supply Recovery

Apr 30, 2026

J-Bus will restore normal production at its Komatsu plant by late May following ...

Toyota Group Suppliers FY2026 Outlook Revenue Growth Profit Pressure Analysis

Apr 30, 2026

Toyota group suppliers expect revenue growth driven by strong production plans b...

Applied Intuition Unified AI Model Strategy for Autonomous Driving Expansion

Apr 30, 2026

Applied Intuition is developing a single AI model adaptable across multiple mobi...

Mitsubishi Electric Rohm Toshiba Power Semiconductor Integration Strategy Update

Apr 30, 2026

Mitsubishi Electric plans to integrate power semiconductor businesses with Rohm ...

Nissan Egypt Japan Automotive Investment Cooperation Expansion Plan

Apr 29, 2026

Egypt is positioning its automotive sector as a key investment destination for J...

Samvardhana Motherson Acquisitions Vacuform Nissin India Stake Expansion

Apr 29, 2026

Samvardhana Motherson is moving to full ownership of Vacuform South Africa and N...

PT Garuda Metalindo Tbk Q1 2026 Financial Performance and Export Growth

Apr 29, 2026

PT Garuda Metalindo Tbk recorded strong revenue and profit growth in Q1 2026 dri...

Nissan Financial Outlook Revised for FY2025 with Improved Revenue and Profit Forecast

Apr 28, 2026

Nissan improves FY2025 outlook with higher revenue and positive operating profit...

Scania Japan Expansion Strategy Using Hino and Mitsubishi Fuso Networks

Apr 28, 2026

Scania Japan will leverage Hino and Mitsubishi Fuso networks to expand service a...

Murata Manufacturing Data Breach Exposes 88,000 Stakeholder Records

Apr 28, 2026

Murata Manufacturing identified unauthorized access affecting around 88,000 stak...

BYD Racco Mini EV Japan Launch Targets 1000 Monthly Sales

Apr 28, 2026

BYD aims to sell over 1000 Racco mini EV units monthly in Japan....

Nidec Accounting Irregularities Impact Net Profit by JPY 160.7 Billion

Apr 28, 2026

Nidec reported a JPY 160.7 billion negative profit impact due to accounting corr...

Japanese Passenger Car Production 2025 Shows Marginal Growth Despite Supply Chain Challenges

Apr 28, 2026

Production saw a marginal rise driven by hybrid demand and new model launches....

Japan Aluminum Supply Disruption Risk Amid Strait of Hormuz Blockage

Apr 28, 2026

Japan’s aluminum supply chain is under pressure due to halted Middle East impo...

LG Innotek Wi-Fi 7 Automotive Module Supply Deal Worth KRW 100 Billion

Apr 27, 2026

LG Innotek secures a major KRW 100 billion automotive Wi-Fi 7 module deal with p...

Toyota Woven City AI Model Powers Future Mobility Development

Apr 27, 2026

Toyota introduces an in-house AI model to enhance real-time mobility system deve...

Toyobo MC Zylon Fiber EV Battery Fire Protection Technology

Apr 27, 2026

Toyobo MC is promoting Zylon fiber to prevent fire spread in EV batteries during...

Newmo Autonomous Taxi Pilot Advances Level 4 Mobility in Japan

Apr 27, 2026

Newmo begins real-world testing of AI-driven taxis to achieve Level 4 autonomy b...

Mazda2 Compact Car Sales to End in Japan by July 2026

Apr 27, 2026

Mazda will stop Mazda2 sales in Japan by July 2026 due to declining demand and a...

Zeon Expands SWCNT Production to Boost Lithium-Ion Battery Performance

Apr 27, 2026

Zeon is scaling SWCNT production significantly to support next-generation lithiu...

Toyota Data Leak Incident Exposes Employee and Partner Information

Apr 27, 2026

Toyota confirmed internal data leaks involving employee and partner information ...

Toyota Motor Corporation Data Leak Incident Involving Insurance Company Employees Confirmed

Apr 27, 2026

Toyota confirms internal data leak involving external insurance employees Insura...

Toyota xEV Battery Dismantling Training Strengthens Philippines ELV Recycling

Apr 27, 2026

Toyota-led training enhances safe EV battery dismantling capabilities in the Phi...

Automotive Raw Material Price Surge Driven by Naphtha Costs

Apr 27, 2026

Rising naphtha prices are driving sharp increases in automotive material costs. ...

Japan Aviation Electronics Medium-Term Plan Targets Automotive Profitability Growth

Apr 27, 2026

Japan Aviation Electronics targets improved automotive profitability through aut...

Hitachi EMilia EMS Deployment Enhances Renewable Energy Use at Toyota Motor East Japan Plant

Apr 27, 2026

Hitachi’s EMilia EMS uses AI to predict electricity demand and boost renewable...

Japan Automobile Exports to Middle East Drop 54% Amid Strait of Hormuz Disruptions

Apr 27, 2026

Japan’s vehicle exports to the Middle East dropped to a 20-year low due to mar...

Cambodia Japan Trade Growth Q1 2026 Bilateral Trade Rises 14.8%

Apr 27, 2026

Cambodia Japan trade grew strongly by 14.8% in Q1 2026 driven by exports and imp...

Ikuyo Increases Stake in Kasai Kogyo to Strengthen Automotive Partnership

Apr 27, 2026

Ikuyo aims to raise its stake in Kasai Kogyo to around 15% by September to stren...

Toyota AI Vision Engine VLM Woven City Collaboration Advances Road Safety

Apr 27, 2026

Toyota uses AI Vision Engine VLM to predict road risks and enhance driver respon...

Toyota Reduces Repair Mold Count to Improve Supplier Efficiency

Apr 22, 2026

Toyota is reducing repair mold variety to streamline supplier operations and cut...

Hino Motors Indonesia Expansion Strengthens Local Manufacturing and Exports

Apr 22, 2026

Hino strengthens Indonesia as a key manufacturing and export hub with major inve...

Rohm Develops Fifth-Generation SiC Power Semiconductor with 30% Lower On-Resistance

Apr 22, 2026

Rohm achieves 30% reduction in high-temperature on-resistance with new SiC devic...

Volkswagen Group Japan Updates Audi A5 and Q5 with Enhanced ADAS and Software

Apr 22, 2026

Volkswagen Group Japan enhances Audi A5 and Q5 with upgraded software and ADAS f...

ROHM SiC Power Semiconductor Reduces On-Resistance for Electric Powertrain Efficiency

Apr 22, 2026

ROHM’s new SiC semiconductor cuts on-resistance by 30% at high temperatures. T...

Toyota Charging Network Expansion to 650 Locations by FY2026

Apr 22, 2026

Toyota will increase TEEMO charging locations to 650 by FY2026. The expansion ai...

Japan Automobile Exports to Middle East Drop 54% Amid Strait of Hormuz Disruptions

Apr 22, 2026

Japan’s automobile exports to the Middle East plunged sharply due to geopoliti...

Ikuyo Expands Stake in Kawanishi Kogyo to Strengthen Automotive Interior Synergies

Apr 22, 2026

Ikuyo plans to raise its stake in Kawanishi Kogyo from 4.8% to around 15% by Sep...

Panasonic Holdings Exits Automotive Device Business After Ficosa Stake Sale

Apr 21, 2026

Panasonic Holdings has fully exited its automotive device business after selling...

Japan Approves Subsidy for Image Sensor Production to Boost Autonomous Driving Growth

Apr 21, 2026

Japan allocates major subsidy to strengthen domestic semiconductor supply for au...

Japan Lubricant Supply Stabilization Measures Amid Rising Demand

Apr 21, 2026

Japan is managing lubricant supply imbalance despite sufficient total availabili...

Nidec Accounting Malpractices Report Reveals JPY 160.7 Billion Impact

Apr 21, 2026

Nidec reports JPY 160.7 billion financial impact due to accounting irregularitie...

Nissan Sakura Mini EV Redesign Targets Price Reduction and Market Recovery in Japan

Apr 21, 2026

Nissan introduces a lower-priced Sakura variant to revive declining EV sales in ...

Volvo Trucks FH 2026 Japan Launch with Electronic Side Mirrors

Apr 21, 2026

Volvo Trucks will introduce Japan’s first heavy-duty tractor with electronic s...

Japan Materials Innovation Strategy Targets 10x AI Development Speed

Apr 21, 2026

Japan plans to accelerate materials development tenfold using AI-driven systems....

Automotive Artificial Intelligence (AI) Nissan AI Partner to Transform In-Car Experience by 2027
Nissan AI Partner to Transform In-Car Experience by 2027
Nissan AI Partner to Transform In-Car Experience by 2027

Apr 21, 2026

Nissan plans to introduce an AI-powered in-car assistant by fiscal year 2027. Th...

JST Corp Invests USD 500 Million in AI-Driven Alabama Facility Expansion

Apr 21, 2026

JST Corp is investing USD 500 million in an AI-driven automated manufacturing fa...

KYOCERA AVX FFLK Series DC Filtering Capacitors for EV Traction Systems

Apr 21, 2026

KYOCERA AVX launches advanced FFLK capacitors for EV and industrial DC filtering...

EV Motors Japan Financial Loss Deepens Amid EV Bus Issues

Apr 21, 2026

EV Motors Japan reported a sharp financial decline with losses reaching JPY 4.9 ...

Sony Honda Mobility scales down operations after AFEELA project cancellation

Apr 21, 2026

Sony Honda Mobility is scaling down operations after cancelling its AFEELA EV li...

Nissan Solid-State EV Battery Breakthrough Targets 2028 Launch

Apr 21, 2026

Nissan has validated a multi-layer solid-state battery prototype suitable for re...

Sony Honda Mobility Downsizing Reshapes EV Strategy in North America

Apr 21, 2026

Sony Honda Mobility will reassign around 400 employees after halting EV developm...

Isuzu D-Max EV Electric Pickup Launched in UK with 3.5-Tonne Towing Capacity

Apr 21, 2026

Isuzu D-Max EV delivers 3.5-tonne towing and AWD capability in an electric picku...

Solize Daicel 3D Printing LCP Technology Development for Connectors

Apr 21, 2026

Solize and Daicel are jointly developing LCP-based 3D printing for connectors. P...

BMW Japan aims to lead imported car market under Kintaro Ueno

Apr 21, 2026

BMW Japan aims to move from second place to market leadership in imported car sa...

AUMOVIO India Expands Safety Systems with TPMS Line and ISCM Launch in Bengaluru

Apr 21, 2026

AUMOVIO India expands safety systems production with TPMS and ISCM launch in Ben...

Subaru Nürburgring 24 Hour Race 2026 WRX S4 Performance Upgrade

Apr 21, 2026

Subaru returns for its 17th Nürburgring endurance race with enhanced WRX S4 per...

Nissan Sakura Mini EV Public Launch with Original Design Variant

Apr 21, 2026

Nissan expands Sakura EV lineup by offering a previously corporate-only variant ...

Nidec Accounting Irregularities Impact Automotive Business with ¥160.7 Billion Loss

Apr 21, 2026

Nidec faces ¥160.7 billion cumulative profit impact due to accounting irregular...

BMW 220d Gran Coupe M Sport Test Drive Review by Kotaro Shigei

Apr 21, 2026

Professional evaluation highlights strong diesel performance and balanced drivin...

Japan Targets 25% Global Autonomous Vehicle Market Share by 2030s

Apr 17, 2026

Japan is targeting a 25% global share in autonomous vehicle sales by the 2030s. ...

Japan Lubricant Supply Stabilization Measures Amid Base Oil Shortage

Apr 17, 2026

Japan enforces lubricant supply control to match previous year levels amid deman...

Peugeot 2008 GT Hybrid Selenium Edition Launched by Stellantis Japan

Apr 17, 2026

Peugeot 2008 GT Hybrid Selenium Edition returns with a popular color based on cu...

Honda Insight EV Launch Strengthens Domestic EV Demand Strategy

Apr 17, 2026

Honda relaunches Insight as a full EV to strengthen its electrification strategy...

Stellantis Japan Launches Redesigned Citroën C5 Aircross with Mild Hybrid System

Apr 17, 2026

The redesigned Citroën C5 Aircross introduces a new platform and improved drivi...

Renault Kangoo Couleur Limited Edition Launch in Japan

Apr 17, 2026

Renault Japan launches a 100-unit Kangoo Couleur edition with exclusive styling ...

Nidec Accounting Irregularities Impact Automotive Business Losses

Apr 17, 2026

Nidec’s accounting issues resulted in a 160.7 billion yen negative profit impa...

J-Bus Production Adjustment Due to Paint Thinner Shortage in Japan Bus Industry

Apr 17, 2026

J-Bus adjusts bus production due to paint thinner shortage impacting output stab...

Japan Targets 25% Autonomous Driving Market Share by 2030s with AI-Based Systems

Apr 17, 2026

Japan is targeting a 25 percent global share in autonomous vehicle sales by the ...

Japan EV Tax Reform Focus Emerges in LDP Automotive Industry Meeting

Apr 17, 2026

Japan’s LDP is prioritizing EV taxation reforms for FY2027 to strengthen autom...

BYD Sales Surge in Japan 2026 Amid EV Market Challenges

Apr 17, 2026

BYD nearly doubled its Japan sales in March 2026 despite policy challenges Expor...

Rare Earth Magnet Recycling Initiative by Daikin and Hitachi in Japan

Apr 17, 2026

AI-powered automation will enable efficient extraction of rare earth magnets fro...

Nippon Steel High-Grade Steel Electric Furnace Project Expansion Japan

Apr 17, 2026

Nippon Steel is investing heavily in electric arc furnaces to enable large-scale...

BYD Japan Sales Surge March 2026 Amid Export Push and EV Market Shifts

Apr 16, 2026

BYD recorded nearly double sales growth in Japan, but market share remains limit...

Asahi Kasei Naphtha Supply Strategy Amid Rising Prices and Middle East Tensions

Apr 16, 2026

Asahi Kasei plans diversified naphtha procurement from June to manage supply ris...

Suzuki Glydways Investment Strengthens Autonomous Mini-Vehicle Mobility Plans

Apr 16, 2026

Suzuki expands its autonomous mobility strategy through a deeper partnership wit...

Kyocera Ushio Semiconductor Laser Business Acquisition Strengthens Automotive LiDAR and Lighting

Apr 16, 2026

Kyocera is acquiring Ushio’s semiconductor laser business to expand LiDAR and ...

Nidec Expands Press Machine Capacity with New Shiga Plant for AI Data Center Demand

Apr 16, 2026

Nidec has doubled its press machine production capacity to meet growing AI-drive...

Nissan GT-R R36 Hybrid Confirmed as EV Plans Rejected

Apr 16, 2026

Nissan confirms GT-R R36 will not be fully electric due to battery limitations. ...

General Motors Launches 2026 Cadillac CT5 Sedan in Japan with Updated Design

Apr 16, 2026

The 2026 Cadillac CT5 enters Japan with refreshed styling and advanced safety te...

Nissan Long-Term Vision Strategy for Sustainable Growth and Resource Optimization

Apr 16, 2026

Nissan focuses on resource efficiency to drive long-term sustainable growth. Lea...

Nissan Sakura EV Facelift Launch with New S Grade and Feature Upgrades

Apr 16, 2026

Nissan updates Sakura EV with design tweaks, added features, and a new affordabl...

Denso Supply Chain AI Transformation with Oracle Fusion Cloud

Apr 16, 2026

Denso is deploying an AI-powered global supply chain system using Oracle Fusion ...

J-Bus Production Adjustment Due to Paint Thinner Shortage Impacts Bus Supply

Apr 16, 2026

J-Bus is adjusting production due to a shortage of paint thinner affecting bus m...

Google Japan AI Software Vulnerability Detection for Cybersecurity

Apr 16, 2026

Google Japan is leveraging AI tools like Gemini and OSS-Fuzz to improve early-st...

JBIC Loan Supports Mitsubishi Motors Indonesia Manufacturing Expansion

Apr 16, 2026

JBIC is financing Mitsubishi’s Indonesia expansion through a USD 72 million lo...

Hitachi Solutions AI Agent Enhances Trade Compliance Operations

Apr 16, 2026

AI agent simplifies export control review processes for industries. Hitachi Solu...

Honda Insight EV Revival: New Electric Model Launch Details and Specifications

Apr 16, 2026

Honda reintroduces Insight as a fully electric model with 535 km range and limit...

Honda Insight SUV Japan Launch – Features, Range, Specs

Apr 16, 2026

Honda launches Insight SUV in Japan with 535 km range and fast charging capabili...

Isuzu Toyota Fuel Cell Truck Development for Light-Duty Commercial Use by 2027

Apr 15, 2026

Isuzu and Toyota are jointly developing a hydrogen-powered light-duty truck for ...

Toyota Motor Chairman Akio Toyoda Resigns from Denso Board to Address Industry Challenges

Apr 15, 2026

Akio Toyoda steps down from Denso to focus on wider industry challenges across J...

Japan Coating Thinner Supply Stabilization Update Amid Supply Chain Disruptions

Apr 15, 2026

Japan intervenes to restore coating thinner supply levels across disrupted suppl...

Japan Level 2++ ADAS Certification: Nissan ProPILOT with Wayve AI

Apr 15, 2026

Japan is introducing Level 2++ ADAS certification to ensure safety and boost con...

Japan Level 2++ Autonomous Driving Certification for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems

Apr 15, 2026

Japan is introducing Level 2++ certification to improve trust in advanced driver...

Akio Toyoda Steps Down from Denso Board to Focus on Japan Automotive Industry

Apr 15, 2026

Akio Toyoda will step down from Denso’s board to focus on broader national and...

Acconeer A121 Radar Sensor Order from Nexty Electronics for Automotive Production

Apr 14, 2026

Acconeer secures automotive radar sensor order from Japanese distributor Nexty E...

SCSK Automotive AI Consulting Service for Software-Defined Vehicles Development

Apr 14, 2026

SCSK and Biz3 collaborate to solve SDV development complexity using AI-driven co...

SCSK Biz3 SDV Development Partnership for Field-Oriented Automotive Innovation

Apr 14, 2026

SCSK and Biz3 collaborate to enhance SDV development through field-driven consul...

Nissan Skyline 14th Generation Returns as RWD Performance Sedan with Retro Design

Apr 14, 2026

Nissan revives Skyline as a rear-wheel-drive performance sedan with retro-inspir...

Isuzu Motors Limited Delays Fuel Cell Truck Launch Amid Market and Infrastructure Challenges

Apr 14, 2026

Isuzu delays its hydrogen truck launch due to weak demand and infrastructure gap...

Nissan X-Trail E-Power 2027 Revealed with Hybrid Strategy Shift

Apr 14, 2026

Nissan’s next-gen X-Trail will feature an upgraded E-Power hybrid system focus...

Itochu Enex and Itochu Invest in Agencia for 360-Degree Image Technology Expansion

Apr 14, 2026

Itochu Enex and Itochu are investing in Agencia to strengthen digital imaging ca...

Toyoda Gosei Automotive SPICE Capability Level 2 Achievement in Software Development

Apr 14, 2026

Toyoda Gosei secures Automotive SPICE Level 2 certification for software develop...

Marelli Leadership Transition 2026: Interim CEO Fritz Henderson Appointed Amid Restructuring

Apr 14, 2026

Marelli appoints Fritz Henderson as Interim CEO to steer final restructuring pha...

Japan Display Inc Headquarters Relocation to Tokyo Tennozu District

Apr 14, 2026

Japan Display Inc is relocating its headquarters to Tokyo’s Tennozu district d...

Toyota Hybrid Noah Voxy Japan Upgrade 2026

Apr 14, 2026

Toyota shifts Noah and Voxy to hybrid-only lineup in Japan. New design updates a...

Japanese AI Platform Initiative Led by SoftBank and Honda Targets Industrial Transformation

Apr 14, 2026

Japan launches a collaborative AI platform led by major corporations to compete ...

Tsuyo EV Powertrain Expansion India Japan Deeptech Collaboration

Apr 14, 2026

Tsuyo enters Japan delegation to expand EV innovation partnerships New Karnataka...

AUMOVIO India Achieves 10 Million ACU Production Milestone in Bengaluru

Apr 14, 2026

AUMOVIO India surpasses 10 million ACU production milestone in Bengaluru New TPM...

Riken NPR Acquires HHC to Expand Piston Ring Market in North America

Apr 14, 2026

Riken NPR expands its aftermarket reach in North and Central America through HHC...

Idome Forecasts Record Sales and Profit Growth for FY2027

Apr 14, 2026

Idome expects record sales and profits for the third consecutive year. Strong ma...

Nissan AI-Defined Vehicle Strategy Drives Global Portfolio Shift

Apr 14, 2026

Nissan is reducing its global lineup while shifting toward AI-defined vehicles t...

Nissan AI Strategy to Power 90% Vehicles and Streamline Global Lineup

Apr 14, 2026

Nissan will deploy AI driving technology across 90% of its vehicles while reduci...

T2 Autonomous Driving Test Achieves 500 km Steering-Free Run in Japan

Apr 13, 2026

T2 achieved a 500 km autonomous highway drive without steering input. The test m...

T2 Autonomous Truck Completes 500 km Highway Test in Japan

Apr 13, 2026

T2 achieved a 500 km hands-off highway drive milestone in Japan. The company tar...

Waymo Driver Adds Multi-Language Support Including Japanese for Autonomous Driving

Apr 13, 2026

Waymo enhances accessibility by adding seven new languages to its autonomous dri...

Japan Fuel Supply Strategy Amid Middle East Crisis Disruptions

Apr 13, 2026

Japan is bypassing traditional fuel distribution channels to ensure supply to cr...

Toyota Hybrid Minivan Strategy: Noah and Voxy Shift to Electrification in Japan

Apr 13, 2026

Toyota is eliminating gasoline variants of Noah and Voxy to strengthen its hybri...

Toyota Intellectual Property Award Strengthens Design Innovation Strategy

Apr 13, 2026

Toyota earns national recognition for its advanced design-based intellectual pro...

Japan Boosts Rapidus with ¥631.5 Billion for 2nm Semiconductor Production

Apr 13, 2026

Japan significantly increases funding to accelerate domestic 2nm semiconductor p...

Porsche 911 Turbo S Hybrid Debuts in Japan with 523kW Power Output

Apr 13, 2026

Porsche introduces a powerful hybrid 911 Turbo S in Japan with 523kW output. The...

Honda Super-One EV Specifications, Range, Features and Launch Details

Apr 13, 2026

Boost Mode unlocks higher power but reduces driving range. Compact lightweight d...

Rapidus Semiconductor Expansion Japan 2nm Government Support Boost

Apr 13, 2026

Japan strengthens domestic semiconductor capability with major funding boost to ...

Yokohama India digital-first tyre strategy drives premium market growth

Apr 11, 2026

Yokohama India is prioritizing digital and hyper-local engagement over mass adve...

Bridgestone Para Rubber Tree Gene Research to Boost Natural Rubber Supply

Apr 10, 2026

Bridgestone is leveraging genetic research to accelerate high-yield para rubber ...

Japan urban transportation policy drives AI mobility hubs and smart transit integration

Apr 10, 2026

Japan is integrating AI-driven on-demand transport with mobility hubs to improve...

Aisin Choisoko Taxi Integration Expands Mobility Options in Japan

Apr 10, 2026

Aisin integrates Choisoko with DennoKotsu to expand transport options. Users can...

Honda EV Strategy Shift Focuses on Japan Market Revival

Apr 10, 2026

Honda is shifting focus from aggressive EV expansion to strengthening its domest...

Honda Super-ONE A-segment EV launch in Japan with 274 km range and BOOST mode

Apr 10, 2026

Honda introduces Super-ONE EV with lightweight design and 274 km WLTC range. BOO...

Japan naphtha supply strategy strengthens petrochemical security amid Middle East tensions

Apr 09, 2026

Japan has doubled naphtha imports from non-Middle East sources to strengthen sup...

Aichi Steel VPPA strategy boosts non-fossil electricity share to 20%

Apr 09, 2026

Aichi Steel adopts VPPA model to accelerate renewable energy adoption without di...

Nippon Steel hot-rolled coils production expansion boosts ultra-high tensile steel output in Japan

Apr 09, 2026

Nippon Steel has initiated trial production at its advanced hot-rolling line to ...

Nissan EV charging partnership with Yourstand boosts apartment charger access in Japan

Apr 09, 2026

Nissan collaborates with Yourstand to simplify EV charger installation in apartm...

Nissan JUKE Pulse compact crossover launched with hybrid and turbo powertrain options

Apr 08, 2026

Nissan JUKE Pulse offers both turbo petrol and hybrid powertrains with improved ...

Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid 2026 debuts with Arene software and upgraded performance

Apr 08, 2026

Toyota boosts RAV4 hybrid performance with up to 309 hp and faster charging Aren...

Nissan long-term vision briefing April 2026 EV strategy outlook

Apr 08, 2026

Nissan prepares new long-term roadmap amid restructuring and EV uncertainty Glob...

Japan Passenger EV Sales Surge 2.1x in March 2026 Driven by Subsidies and Toyota bZ4X

Apr 08, 2026

Japan EV sales crossed 10,000 units monthly for the first time driven by subsidi...

Hino Motors exits Toyota Group after ARCHION merger to boost commercial vehicle competitiveness

Apr 08, 2026

Hino Motors exits Toyota Group following transition under ARCHION holding struct...

Toyobo mobility functional material profit growth strategy FY2030

Apr 07, 2026

Toyobo plans to double mobility-related functional material profit by FY2030 thr...

Japan Automotive Plastics Supply Faces Pressure from Rising Naphtha Prices

Apr 07, 2026

Rising naphtha prices are driving sharp cost increases in automotive plastics an...

Japan autonomous driving standards ISO 23792 Level 3 systems announced by METI

Apr 07, 2026

Japan defines Level 3 autonomous driving rules for expressways including hands-o...

Mazda Motor Corporation production shift impacts Middle East exports in 2026

Apr 07, 2026

Mazda halts Middle East exports due to Hormuz Strait disruption Production redir...

Honda N-Box tops Japan car sales FY2025 despite declining volumes

Apr 07, 2026

Honda N-Box retained the top position for the fifth consecutive year despite dec...

Murata Manufacturing cyberattack data breach impacts customers and employees in 2026

Apr 07, 2026

Murata confirmed unauthorized access with possible data leaks but no misuse dete...

Toyota Motor survival warning drives productivity overhaul strategy

Apr 04, 2026

Toyota Motor warns survival depends on immediate productivity and competitivenes...

Japan oil reserves supply chain review highlights fuel stability concerns in 2026

Apr 03, 2026

Japan holds over 230 days of oil reserves but localized shortages persist Govern...

Japanese automakers US sales decline 5.4% Q1 2026 amid tariffs and oil price pressure

Apr 03, 2026

Tariffs and prior-year demand surge distorted Q1 2026 US sales comparisons Risin...

Mitsubishi Materials rare earth recycling partnership with ReElement expands US Japan operations

Apr 03, 2026

Strategic investment strengthens rare earth recycling capabilities across US and...

TDK Corporation Nippon Chemical Industrial joint venture for MLCC materials development

Apr 03, 2026

TDK and Nippon Chemical Industrial launch JV to accelerate MLCC material innovat...

Gelion NES Cathode boosts lithium-sulfur battery performance with TDK Corporation collaboration expansion

Apr 02, 2026

Gelion NES cathode demonstrates strong cycle stability in lithium-sulfur batteri...

Toyota introduces Tundra and Highlander in Japan under new import regulations

Apr 02, 2026

Toyota brings US-built Tundra and Highlander to Japan under new import regulatio...

Subaru commitment line loan JPY 100 billion for growth investment and R&D

Apr 02, 2026

Subaru secures flexible JPY 100 billion funding to accelerate R&D and future tec...

Japan abolishes environmental performance tax and diesel provisional tax 2026

Apr 02, 2026

Japan eliminates two major vehicle-related taxes ahead of fiscal 2026 Policy avo...

Osaka Metro electric bus suspension raises safety and subsidy concerns in Japan

Apr 02, 2026

Osaka Metro halted 190 EV buses citing inability to guarantee long-term operatio...

Japan new vehicle sales decline 0.9% in FY2025 amid shifting market dynamics

Apr 02, 2026

Japan’s total vehicle sales declined for the first time in four years due to w...

PathAhead Rising Sand technology targets JPY 43 billion sales by 2034

Apr 01, 2026

PathAhead plans Kenya production of desert sand-based aggregates by 2028 Rising ...

Japan naphtha supply diversification doubles imports outside Middle East

Apr 01, 2026

Japan doubles non-Middle East naphtha sourcing to enhance supply resilience Four...

Archion Corporation Tokyo Stock Exchange listing marks new phase in Hino Mitsubishi Fuso integration

Apr 01, 2026

Archion Corporation officially begins trading on Tokyo Stock Exchange after majo...

Sharp EV Market Entry Decision Expected by Mid-2026 Ahead of FY2027 Launch

Apr 01, 2026

Sharp aims to finalize EV entry feasibility by mid-2026 before FY2027 launch Com...

Hino Mitsubishi Fuso ARCHION governance integration director exchange

Apr 01, 2026

Hino and Mitsubishi Fuso exchange directors to reinforce governance under ARCHIO...

Denso University of Tokyo partnership advances mobility energy infrastructure innovation

Mar 31, 2026

Denso and the University of Tokyo enter a 10-year collaboration to advance mobil...

Japan oil supply chain stability measures amid Middle East tensions

Mar 31, 2026

Japan and industry partners are securing alternative oil sources to maintain sup...

Japan supply chain cybersecurity evaluation system rollout by 2026

Mar 31, 2026

Japan introduces a structured cybersecurity rating system for supply chain compa...

Japanese Passenger Vehicle Production Declines 1.4% Amid China Market Pressure

Mar 31, 2026

Japanese automakers face production decline driven by weak China demand and EV t...

Turing autonomous driving VLA model public road testing Japan breakthrough

Mar 31, 2026

Turing completes Japan’s first real-road test using a Vision-Language-Action m...

Yazaki Parts subcontractor payment violation Japan triggers JFTC action

Mar 31, 2026

JFTC flags unpaid storage demands imposed by Yazaki Parts on subcontractors Firs...

Tesla expands Japan service network with major Supercharger investment in 2026

Mar 31, 2026

Tesla is doubling its service centers in Japan to strengthen customer support St...

AFEELA electric vehicle development halted as Sony Honda Mobility closes Tokyo gallery

Mar 30, 2026

AFEELA electric vehicle development discontinuation leads to closure of Tokyo sh...

Hino Motors Restart Day compliance culture reform after engine certification fraud

Mar 30, 2026

Hino Motors reinforces compliance culture through structured internal initiative...

Cadillac Lyriq V high-performance EV launch expands General Motors Japan strategy

Mar 30, 2026

Cadillac Lyriq V introduces V Series performance to electric lineup General Moto...

Honda Expands Metal Additive Manufacturing for Mass-Produced Automotive Parts

Mar 30, 2026

Honda is scaling metal additive manufacturing from racing to mass production Hig...

ARCHION Corporation growth strategy targets 10% ROS through platform integration

Mar 30, 2026

ARCHION aims to exceed 10% ROS by leveraging integration synergies. Unified truc...

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Rohm, Toshiba, and Mitsubishi Electric are exploring a major power semiconductor...

Japan CEV subsidy revision impacts automakers based on battery supply stability

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Japan strengthens EV subsidies by prioritizing battery supply chain security Aut...

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Japan shifts EV subsidies toward supply chain security and battery sourcing stab...

Japan Display Mobara Fab sale to Micron signals restructuring push

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JDI is negotiating the sale of its key Mobara Fab to Micron to stabilize finance...

Japan EV subsidy revision boosts domestic battery supply focus from April 2026

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Japan increases EV subsidy weight on battery and rare earth supply security Poli...

Dynamic Map Platform Waseda University virtual road simulation RDE testing Japan

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DMP and Waseda University aim to replicate real-world road conditions in virtual...

Aisin digital twin e-axle production reduces launch time by 50%

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Aisin reduced e-axle production launch time from six months to three months usin...

PowerX Hypercharger deployment at Porsche dealer marks EV charging expansion in Japan

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PowerX installs its first Hypercharger at a Porsche dealer in Japan Partnership ...

Honda ZR-V Hybrid Update 2026 Adds Black Style and Cross Touring Variants

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Honda converts entire ZR-V lineup to hybrid powertrain for improved efficiency N...

Mitsubishi Electric power semiconductor merger Rohm Toshiba strategic move reshapes industry

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Mitsubishi Electric is evaluating entry into the Rohm-Toshiba power semiconducto...

Mitsubishi Motors KEPCO connected system EV charging optimization Japan

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Mitsubishi Motors and KEPCO enable cost-efficient EV charging through system int...

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Three Japanese giants are exploring integration to maximize semiconductor busine...

Daihatsu cowl louver defect recall impacts 405,963 vehicles across 5 models

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Daihatsu recalls over 405,000 vehicles due to potential brake system risk Defect...

Hino Motors logo redesign 2026: First update in 32 years targets digital visibility

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Hino updates logo after 32 years to improve digital visibility Brand refresh ali...

Ferrari Amalfi Spider Japan launch: Price, Specs & 2027 Delivery Timeline

Mar 26, 2026

Ferrari introduces Amalfi Spider in Japan with deliveries set for 2027 Convertib...

Denso e-methane CO2 recycling project achieves closed-loop gas reuse test in Japan

Mar 26, 2026

Industrial CO2 emissions are converted into e-methane for reuse in city gas netw...

Toray Industries airbag textiles growth plan targets JPY 17 billion by 2028

Mar 26, 2026

Toray targets major profit growth in automotive airbag textiles segment India id...

Toyota supplier productivity strategy 2026 cuts complexity, boosts innovation

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Toyota is reducing part numbers and simplifying development processes Suppliers ...

Niterra earnings forecast FY2026 raised: Revenue and profit outlook increased by 5%

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Revenue and operating profit outlook revised upward for FY2026 Currency advantag...

Japan oil reserves release 2026: 30-day stockpile move amid Middle East crisis

Mar 25, 2026

Japan plans phased release of 30 days’ oil reserves starting March 26 8.5 mill...

Sony Honda Mobility AFEELA 1 discontinuation 2026: Strategy shift explained

Mar 25, 2026

AFEELA 1 and second model cancelled due to strategy shift Reservation holders to...

Company Financials & Earnings Nippon Sheet Glass Privatization Plan Amid Financial Restructuring
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Nippon Sheet Glass is considering going private with JPY 300 billion financial b...

Japan Automotive Electric Wire Demand Forecast FY2026 Growth

Mar 24, 2026

Electric wire demand in Japan’s automotive sector is expected to grow despite ...

Autonomous Driving & ADAS Toyota e-Palette autonomous mobility platform production expansion in Japan
Toyota e-Palette autonomous mobility platform production expansion in Japan

Mar 24, 2026

Toyota plans large-scale e-Palette production at Hamura plant to support autonom...

Connected Vehicles & Telematics Japan MLIT ETC 2.0 upgrade intelligent transport system roadmap
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Mar 24, 2026

Japan plans ETC 2.0 enhancements with smartphone integration and real-time data ...

Electrification Toyota Mobility Foundation carbon neutral mobility initiative Japan
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Mar 24, 2026

Toyota Mobility Foundation partners with regional stakeholders to promote sustai...

Electrification Denso Next Core amorphous alloy motor cores investment for electrified vehicles
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Denso invests in Next Core Technologies to advance motor core efficiency using a...

Supply Chain JAMA Toyota supply chain strategy amid Middle East risks
JAMA Toyota supply chain strategy amid Middle East risks

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JAMA emphasizes cross-industry collaboration to handle geopolitical disruptions ...

Panasonic Automotive Systems IVI System for Toyota RAV4 SDV Platform

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Panasonic’s IVI system enables OTA updates and SDV capabilities in Toyota’s ...

Mazda Motor Corporation warehouse cyberattack exposes employee data

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Mazda confirmed unauthorized access to its warehouse system exposing 692 employe...

Toyota Tsusho Lofdal Rare Earth Project Strengthens Global Supply Chain

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Toyota Tsusho joins Lofdal project to strengthen rare earth supply chains Projec...

JTEKT Corporation net profit forecast cut amid European restructuring

Mar 23, 2026

JTEKT lowers net profit forecast due to European restructuring costs Business pr...

Manufacturing & Production Minth Group Japan expansion and global investment strategy
Minth Group Japan expansion and global investment strategy

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Minth Group plans major expansion in Japan with new plants and M&A strategy Com...

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. Patrol NISMO Super GT rescue vehicle deployment

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Nissan deploys Patrol NISMO as a high-performance rescue vehicle for Super GT ra...

Toyota US-built vehicles export Japan RHD LHD strategy expands trade alignment

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Japanese OEMs are exporting U.S.-built vehicles to Japan with both RHD conversio...

US Japan strategic investment agreement expands with nuclear energy and AI collaboration

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US and Japan expand investments into nuclear energy and natural gas infrastructu...

Suzuki V-Strom 800 E10 Compatible Motorcycle Launch in Japan

Mar 21, 2026

Suzuki launches its first E10 gasoline-compatible motorcycles for the domestic m...

Lexus ES electric and hybrid platform expansion with 2026 ES 350e and 500e

Mar 20, 2026

Lexus introduces first-ever ES battery-electric models with up to 338 hp and 307...

Toyota Motor Workers Wage Agreement 2026 Full Acceptance

Mar 19, 2026

Toyota fully accepted union wage and bonus demands for the sixth consecutive yea...

Mitsubishi Electric Foxconn investment talks in automotive business under evaluation

Mar 19, 2026

Mitsubishi Electric is evaluating a potential partial stake transfer in its auto...

Nissan Kyushu production adjustment for Middle East exports

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Nissan is reducing output of select models to prioritize Middle East-bound vehic...

Semiconductors & Automotive Electronics Japan AI Semiconductor Strategy METI 2040 Market Vision
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METI plans to integrate AI and semiconductors into a unified national strategy J...

Toyota Auto Body autonomous guided vehicles deployment at Fujimatsu Plant

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Toyota Auto Body deploys AGVs to reduce workforce dependency and optimize plant ...

Japan petrochemical supply outlook JPCA Middle East risk assessment

Mar 18, 2026

Japan holds sufficient petrochemical inventory to withstand short-term supply di...

FORVIA Japan Electronics HQ Relocation Strategy 2026

Mar 18, 2026

FORVIA shifts electronics headquarters to Japan to enhance governance and compli...

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MGI B.V. acquired 9.51% stake in Yutaka Giken through a completed tender offer T...

Nissan Kicks SUV Production Shift and Oppama Plant Transition Strategy

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Nissan will start producing the new Kicks SUV at Oppama before transferring prod...

Toyota Honda Fuel Cell Exit Strategy Shift Toward Hydrogen Applications

Mar 18, 2026

Toyota is shifting fuel cell technology toward large-scale hydrogen production v...

Toyota Lexus LC Discontinuation Marks End of NA Coupe Era

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Toyota will discontinue all Lexus LC variants, ending its flagship coupe lineup ...

Toyota Motor Corporation Century Studio Tokyo Showroom Concept

Mar 18, 2026

Toyota introduces a dedicated Century Studio showroom in Tokyo highlighting its ...

Toyota Third Generation Fuel Cell System Power Output Revealed for Global Markets

Mar 18, 2026

Toyota reveals up to 300 kW output for its next-generation hydrogen fuel cell sy...

Hyundai NEXO fuel cell vehicle Japan launch range and specs

Mar 18, 2026

Hyundai introduces NEXO FCV in Japan with over 1000 km driving range Enhanced hy...

Nissan Murano Japan Reintroduction via US Import Certification

Mar 17, 2026

Nissan will reintroduce the Murano in Japan using US production and a new certif...

Nissan Wayve robotaxi prototype vehicle unveiled for Tokyo pilot

Mar 17, 2026

Nissan, Wayve, and Uber prepare a Tokyo robotaxi pilot using an AI-driven electr...

Ghana Auto Connect Japan Automotive Skills Program Launch

Mar 17, 2026

Ghana and Japan launch Auto Connect to develop youth automotive skills Program o...

Tier IV Isuzu Level 4 Autonomous Buses Powered by NVIDIA DRIVE Hyperion

Mar 17, 2026

Tier IV and Isuzu deploy Level 4 autonomous buses using NVIDIA DRIVE Hyperion pl...

Japan METI Naphtha Supply Outlook and Automotive Material Impact

Mar 17, 2026

Japan can secure roughly two months of naphtha supply using diversified imports ...

Zenrin Navigation App Integrated in Nissan Leaf EV System

Mar 17, 2026

Zenrin’s navigation app is now directly integrated into Nissan Leaf’s in-car...

Samvardhana Motherson YAIPL Acquisition Completion Strengthens Global Expansion Strategy

Mar 17, 2026

SMIL completes full acquisition of YAIPL, making it a wholly owned subsidiary De...

Wayve Autonomous Robotaxi Platform to Launch Uber Nissan Service in Tokyo

Mar 16, 2026

Wayve, Uber, and Nissan will pilot an autonomous ride-hailing service in Tokyo s...

Japan Strategic Technology R&D Tax Support for AI Robots and Semiconductors

Mar 16, 2026

Japan plans tax incentives to accelerate R&D in six strategic technology sectors...

Mitsui High-tec EV Motor Core Sales Delay Forces Financial Target Revision

Mar 16, 2026

Mitsui High-tec lowered its financial targets due to slower electric vehicle ado...

Rohm Toshiba Power Semiconductor Business Integration Under Discussion

Mar 16, 2026

Rohm and Toshiba are evaluating integration options for their power semiconducto...

Sony Honda Mobility AFEELA 1 Electric Sedan Faces Uncertainty After Honda EV Program Cancellations

Mar 14, 2026

Honda cancelled multiple EV programs in the U.S., raising questions about the fu...

Manufacturing & Production Tachi-S Modular Seat Production Model Targets Flexible Manufacturing by 2027
Tachi-S Modular Seat Production Model Targets Flexible Manufacturing by 2027

Mar 13, 2026

Tachi-S plans a flexible seat production system deployable near automaker assemb...

Semiconductors & Automotive Electronics Rohm Toshiba Power Semiconductor Integration Discussions Intensify Amid EV Demand
Rohm Toshiba Power Semiconductor Integration Discussions Intensify Amid EV Demand

Mar 13, 2026

Rohm and Toshiba are exploring integration of their power semiconductor business...

New Product Launches Toyota Camry Import Strategy Japan: Toyota to Sell U.S.-Built Sedan with Standard Certification
Toyota Camry Import Strategy Japan: Toyota to Sell U.S.-Built Sedan with Standard Certification

Mar 13, 2026

Toyota will import and sell U.S.-built Camry in Japan using standard vehicle cer...

Digital Cockpit & Infotainment Japan Display Automotive Display Business Spin-Off Plan Cancelled
Japan Display Automotive Display Business Spin-Off Plan Cancelled

Mar 13, 2026

Japan Display cancelled the planned spin-off of its automotive display division ...

Electrification Honda 0 Series EV Program Cancellation Signals Major Strategic Shift
Honda 0 Series EV Program Cancellation Signals Major Strategic Shift

Mar 13, 2026

Honda halted development of multiple 0 Series EV models due to financial pressur...

Electrification Honda electric vehicle development suspension triggers $2.5 trillion strategy review
Honda electric vehicle development suspension triggers $2.5 trillion strategy review

Mar 13, 2026

Honda halted development of three planned BEV models for North America. The str...

Company Financials & Earnings Honda Motor EV Strategy Losses Signal First Net Deficit for the Automaker
Honda Motor EV Strategy Losses Signal First Net Deficit for the Automaker

Mar 13, 2026

Honda may report its first net loss due to massive EV investment write-downs and...

Vehicle Safety Autoliv Yamaha Motorcycle Airbag System Debuts on Tricity 300 Scooter
Autoliv Yamaha Motorcycle Airbag System Debuts on Tricity 300 Scooter

Mar 13, 2026

Autoliv and Yamaha jointly developed a motorcycle airbag system for the Tricity ...

Autonomous Driving & ADAS Wayve Robotaxi Partnership with Uber and Nissan Targets Tokyo Pilot
Wayve Robotaxi Partnership with Uber and Nissan Targets Tokyo Pilot

Mar 12, 2026

Wayve, Uber, and Nissan plan a robotaxi pilot deployment in Tokyo by late 2026. ...

Company Financials & Earnings Honda EV Strategy Losses Trigger Major Financial Revision for FY2026
Honda EV Strategy Losses Trigger Major Financial Revision for FY2026

Mar 12, 2026

Honda expects a net loss of up to JPY 690 billion for FY2026 following major EV ...

Charging & Energy Infrastructure Subaru Electric Vehicle Charging Strategy Expands Dealer Infrastructure in Japan
Subaru Electric Vehicle Charging Strategy Expands Dealer Infrastructure in Japan

Mar 12, 2026

Subaru plans to deploy 150 kW rapid chargers at 50 dealerships across Japan by F...

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Samvardhana Motherson Yutaka Giken Acquisition Leads to Delisting After Tender Offer
Samvardhana Motherson Yutaka Giken Acquisition Leads to Delisting After Tender Offer

Mar 12, 2026

Samvardhana Motherson acquired roughly 80% of Yutaka Giken through a completed t...

Semiconductors & Automotive Electronics Tier IV Automotive Chiplet Program participation strengthens scalable autonomous driving development
Tier IV Automotive Chiplet Program participation strengthens scalable autonomous driving development

Mar 11, 2026

Tier IV joins the Automotive Chiplet Program to strengthen semiconductor capabil...

Orders & Contracts/Deals SkyDrive SD-05 eVTOL aircraft order expands U.S. advanced air mobility plans
SkyDrive SD-05 eVTOL aircraft order expands U.S. advanced air mobility plans

Mar 11, 2026

SkyDrive signed an LOI with Aeroauto Global for eight SD-05 eVTOL aircraft sched...

Japan Fair Trade Commission Supply Chain Regulations Target Bargaining Abuse

Mar 11, 2026

Japan plans stricter antitrust enforcement to prevent abuse of superior bargaini...

Japanese Government Semiconductor Strategy Targets JPY 40 Trillion by 2040

Mar 11, 2026

Japan aims to reach JPY 40 trillion in semiconductor sales by 2040. Policy prior...

Hitachi Solutions generative AI development platform links SDV development processes

Mar 11, 2026

Hitachi Solutions introduces generative AI method to connect automotive developm...

Semiconductors & Automotive Electronics Acconeer A121 Pulsed Coherent Radar Sensor Enables Precise Hands-Free Trunk Access
Acconeer A121 Pulsed Coherent Radar Sensor Enables Precise Hands-Free Trunk Access

Mar 10, 2026

Acconeer will supply its A121 radar sensor for a premium Japanese vehicle trunk ...

Government Regulations Thailand automotive design patent fast-track program
Thailand automotive design patent fast-track program

Mar 10, 2026

Thailand is accelerating automotive innovation protection through a dedicated de...

Japan Automotive Multi-Pathway Strategy Gains Government Support to Strengthen Global Competitiveness

Mar 10, 2026

Japan plans to accelerate multiple vehicle technologies including EVs, FCVs, and...

Manufacturing & Production Japan Display Advanced Display Factory Plan Gains Support From Japan–US Investment Framework
Japan Display Advanced Display Factory Plan Gains Support From Japan–US Investment Framework

Mar 10, 2026

Japan is considering Japan Display’s role in a major U.S. advanced display man...

Japan Electric Vehicle Sales February 2026 Surge 77% Year-on-Year

Mar 10, 2026

EV sales in Japan jumped 77.4% year-on-year in February 2026 driven by new model...

Japan METI Green Innovation Fund Expansion to Boost Solid-State Batteries

Mar 10, 2026

Japan plans to increase Green Innovation Fund support for next-generation batter...

Global EV Battery Installation January 2026 Reaches 71.9 GWh as CATL Maintains Lead

Mar 09, 2026

Global EV battery deployment reached 71.9 GWh in January 2026 despite declining ...

Subaru AURIX TC4x ADAS Integrated ECU Development with Infineon

Mar 09, 2026

Subaru and Infineon are co-developing an advanced MCU for next-generation vehicl...

Subaru Infineon AURIX TC4x MCU Collaboration for Next-Generation ADAS Control

Mar 09, 2026

Subaru collaborates with Infineon to develop a high-performance MCU for next-gen...

Suzuki e Every Mini Commercial BEV Launched in Japan with 257 km Range

Mar 09, 2026

Suzuki introduces its first electric mini commercial van with a 257 km WLTC driv...

Tesla level 2 self-driving system Japan expands testing with Model Y

Mar 09, 2026

Tesla expanded autonomous testing in Japan by adding Model Y to its validation p...

Components & Subsystems Acconeer Radar Sensor Powers Toyota RAV4 2026 Smart Trunk Access
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...

Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV) Denso AUTOSAR Core Partner Role Advances Software Standardization
Denso AUTOSAR Core Partner Role Advances Software Standardization

Jan 20, 2026

Denso AUTOSAR Core Partner status strengthens its influence in global automotive...

Materials Tokai Rika bamboo fiber composite adopted for Lexus IS interior
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 ...

Electrification Mazda Electric Vehicle Launch Delay Pushes Dedicated EV to 2029
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...

Commercial & Industrial Mobility Japan Third Transport Policy Basic Plan Approved to 2031
Japan Third Transport Policy Basic Plan Approved to 2031

Jan 19, 2026

Japan Third Transport Policy Basic Plan approved to accelerate transport reforms...

New Product & Technologies Honda Confirms Honda 0 Series Saloon EV Production Delay to 2027
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...

Business Strategy Maruti Suzuki VICTORIS SUV Exports Begin for Global Markets
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...

Autonomous Driving (ADAS) PlusAI Level 4 autonomous trucks advance Japan market with T2 partnership
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...

Business Strategy Suzuki Jimny Nomade orders will reopen through a lottery-based allocation to manage demand smoothly.
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...

New Product & Technologies Toyota bZ4X Electric SUV Sales Surge After 2025 Facelift
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...

New Product & Technologies NHK Spring EV power module substrate enables efficient heat dissipation in next-generation electric vehicle inverters
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...

New Product & Technologies Mitsubishi Electric SiC MOSFET Powers Next-Gen EV Inverters
Mitsubishi Electric SiC MOSFET Powers Next-Gen EV Inverters

Jan 16, 2026

Mitsubishi Electric SiC MOSFET boosts EV efficiency with 50% lower losses Mitsu...

Autonomous Driving (ADAS) Koito Automotive LiDAR Investment Freeze Signals Strategic Shift
Koito Automotive LiDAR Investment Freeze Signals Strategic Shift

Jan 16, 2026

Koito automotive LiDAR investment freeze reflects slower autonomous driving dema...