Toyota Posts Strong Profits Amidst Challenges
Toyota overcomes headwinds to maintain profitability, steady cost reduction activities and other efforts resulted in an operating profit of 2.4642 trillion yen for the April-Septem…
Sharp's New Venture: Can Electric Vehicles Save the Company?
In search of “Sharp-ness,” Sharp’s unique approach to the EV market will be put to the test as the company moves away from its traditional LCD business and accelerates its efforts …
Car Certification Fraud Exposes Industry Systemic Issues
Fraud in automobile-type approvals applications is sending ripples through the industry. The incident, which began at Daihatsu Motor has spread to five domestic passenger car manuf…
Japanese Automakers Rethink China Strategy Amid Slow Response to NEV Price Wars
Japanese automakers are being forced to rethink their China strategies. Nissan has closed some of its factories, Honda is planning to cut staff, and Mitsubishi has already withdraw…
Toyota Posts Record Profits as Hybrid Car Sales Surge in North America, Japan, and China
Toyota achieved record profits in fiscal year 2023 due to stable new car sales, particularly hybrid vehicles, in North America, Europe, and Japan. Continuous product improvements a…
Automakers Accelerate Development of Solid-State Battery, Eyeing Competitive Edge in EV Market.
Accelerating All-Solid-State Battery Development to Improve EV Competitiveness with Long-Range Cruising and Low Cost.
Isuzu Protects Its “Stronghold” in Thailand
Isuzu arms itself to defend its market leadership in pickup trucks (LCVs) in Thailand, holding the top market share of 30-40% and known as “the people's cars.”
Auto Parts Companies Prepare to Introduce "Gigacast" for Large Molds and Prototypes
Regarding the timing of the spread of Gigacast, a technology for integrally molding vehicle body structures, in Japan, several people involved have said the following. 2024 will be…
Japanese Tyre Manufacturers Boost Investment, Ramp Up Premium Tyres to Meet Rising Demand
Four tyre companies' capital investment increased by 7%, expanding high-value-added products responding to increased demand through structural reforms and accelerating development …
Japan’s Manufacturing Scene Is Fluctuating – Quality Is A Management Problem
Japan’s manufacturing scene is in flux, with quality becoming a "management problem." "Industrial morality" is deemed essential for top management. Recent quality fraud issues at J…
The TS touch probes from HEIDENHAIN help you perform setup, measuring, and inspection functions directly on the machine tool.
Touch probes from HEIDENHAIN are designed for use on machine tools, particularly milling machines and machining centers. Touch probes help reduce setup times, increase machine usa…
Automotive Industry Rebounds in 2023: Car Production and Sales Surge Amid Semiconductor Relief
2023 Auto Industry Recap: Global car production and sales bounce back as the semiconductor shortage eases. China drives EV shift, US faces challenges with rising labor costs. Read …
The Awakening of the Cellulose Nanofiber Market: Boosting Decarbonization with a Plant-Based, Light, and Strong Material
Cellulose nanofiber (CNF) is a plant-based material as strong as iron but lighter. It is expected to reduce the consumption of fossil resources and expand the recycling of plastics…
Commercial Vehicles Face Challenges in Southeast Asia Amid Market Deterioration and Decarbonization Trends
Challenges in Commercial Vehicles Industry persist! Isuzu adapts, Hino faces losses. 2024 merger with Mitsubishi Fuso sparks intrigue. Navigating global trends and decarbonization.…
Toyota adds SUV type to “Century” and considering overseas sales for the first time
Toyota has unveiled the new Century SUV model for the first time in the world, ready to enter the high-end market in foreign countries. Previously, the "Century" was the highest fl…
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Mirror Finishing Technology for Improvement of Mold Releasability
This article introduces the surface finishing technology for dies using the “Aero Lap” method. Polishing with Aero Lap technology enables mirror-finish quality for the complex shap…
‘Aluminum’ as advanced material of EV era
With the rise of electric vehicles, aluminum serves as an advanced material that enables the automotive sector to move forward while lowering carbon dioxide emissions.
Min Sen joins Mazak to launch “EV Trend and Technology 2022”
As it is concerning that the introduction of the EV age would result in a decline for manufacturers of automotive components, what will the facts be on this matter? Let's examine t…
Straight from Mazda’s president “Mr.Tadashi Miura”, No one succeeds alone, teamwork will create strength and aim to deliver customer’s happiness with something beyond expectation
Straight from Mazda’s president “Mr.Tadashi Miura”, No one succeeds alone, teamwork will create strength and aim to deliver customer’s happiness with something beyond expectation
Epson launches “high-tech robot” primed for Thailand’s new gameplan towards high-potential industries
Epson’s launch of the “T-B series” SCARA robot, the highlight of METALEX March 2022, signals being primed for Thailand’s new gameplan towards high-potential industries.
Sodick released Fineplas Interview: Challenging New Technology, Metal 3D Printing and Automation support more sophisticated in-vehicle parts
Sodick released Fineplas interview on metal 3D printing and automation, the challenging new technology that is ahead of the times, to support more sophisticated in-vehicle parts
Sodick released an interview: Tanaka Foresight Inc. Eyeglass manufacturers in Japan.
Sodick released an interview: Tanaka Foresight Inc. insisting on manufacturing in Japan, and offering suggestions for simple eyeglass frames with a presence all their own.
Summary of Honda Global CEO Inaugural Press Conference
TOKYO, Japan, April 23, 2021 -- Honda Motor Co., Ltd. President and Representative Director Toshihiro Mibe held an inaugural press conference at 3:00 pm today (Japan time).
Sodick Technology’s V-LINE® Integrated with INFILT-V for Higher Precision of Biodegradable Plastic Injection
The V-LINE® technology integrated with INFILT-V enables an excellent biodegradable plastic injection molding of producing thin, highly complex workpieces and those requiring high p…
YCM Micron Workpiece Made in Taiwan
The ability to produce work in micron level should be the next potential target that the Thai manufacturing industry must reach to serve increasing demand of extremely high precisi…
AAPICO Reveals Secrets How to Be the Major Player in the World-Class Automotive Market
"Every vehicle on the road in Thailand must have at least one piece from our company." That is the sentence said confidently by Mr. Yeap Swee Chuan from AAPICO Hitech Public Compa…
Thai Fukoku Uncovers Offensive & Defensive Strategic Plans amid the Economic Instability
Thai Fukoku, manufacturer of anti-vibration parts for motor vehicles, air conditioners, and building elevators. Mr. Kazuhiko Kobayashi, the Managing Director has shared some ideas…
The Story Behind SAMCO’s 30 Years in Auto Parts Industry
Mr. Chulit Jatisatien, Managing Director of Samco Co., Ltd. reveals two key technologies and three-year business plan.
Thailand's Automotive Industry Outlook 2019
Thailand's domestic automotive market will likely contract while the electric vehicle segment continues to thrive
Three Technological Trends for Parts Manufacturing
Dr. Toshitaka Matsuoka, a professor at Tokyo University and a collaborative researcher at Riken, who is one of the experts in manufacturing technology has expressed his opinion tow…