May 2023

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Automotive Report:

“The Father of Prius” Mr. Uchiyamada bought 5th generation Prius?
BYD Japanese arm comments on its bus’s hexad chrome
Toyota “will watch closely” impact of Turkey-Syria earthquake on auto
“We cannot survive without zero-emissions”, says Alfa Romeo CEO
Hitachi Astemo challenging the steering revolution: new steering device shows its realistic approach
Sanyo Trading conducts demonstration experiment to prevent leaving kindergarteners in bus
Nichia Corp quadruples irradiation angle of headlight source by integrating LED and IC
NTN EV bearings improves rotation performance by devised retainer
Sumitomo Rubber “breaks into auto upstream design” with tire information detection software

New Car Report:

Subaru new Impreza no cut corners in safety performance
BMW MINI Concept Aceman: glimpse of future digital experience
BMW’s high-performance PHEV, XM optimizes engine power

Cover Story:

Decarbonization changes auto body

Features:

Electrification by Nissan: three more important choices than “98% in FY 2026 in Europe”
Lexus RX’s safety performance by renewing sensor and applying high-strength body
Honda’s new HEV trained in “discerning European market”

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