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Business Wire
22-05-2025
- Automotive
- Business Wire
Toyoda Gosei Launches Horizontal Recycling Technology for Plastic Automotive Parts
KIYOSU, Japan--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd. (TOKYO:7282) has developed a new technology to recycle high-quality plastic from end-of-life vehicles (ELV) in order to meet the growing demand for recycled plastic in the automotive industry against strengthened environmental regulations. 1 This technology will contribute to decarbonized, circular economy through its use in various vehicles models starting with the Toyota Camry. 2 In the recycling of waste plastic, it has been difficult to obtain plastic with performance equivalent to that of new material due to impurities or other factors, and so waste plastic has generally been burned to recover heat (thermal recycling) or reused for purposes with lower required performance (downcycling). Toyoda Gosei has developed a recycled plastic with performance equivalent to that of new material even with 50% ELV plastic (polypropylene). To achieve this, Toyoda Gosei has collaborated with Isono Co., Ltd. to procure quality raw materials for recycling and leveraged Toyoda Gosei's original material modification technology, meeting the quality standards for automotive parts for practical application. This technology accelerates horizontal recycling for reuse in the same parts and contributes to CO 2 reduction. 3 It is the first time in the world 4 that recycled plastic containing 50% ELV plastic is used in interior parts such as glove boxes that require impact resistance. Toyoda Gosei is advancing recycling plastic and rubber with decarbonization as a key aim, based on its medium- and long-term 2030 Business Plan. Going forward, Toyoda Gosei aims to expand applicable products, such as those associated with vehicle design, and will move ahead with the improvement of recycled plastic. 1 In the European Commission policy to strengthen environmental regulations (ELV directive), the use of recycled plastic is expected to be mandated in new vehicles sold from 2031 onward. 2 Manufactured in Japan, used on the Camry launched in Europe and other parts of the world since 2024. 3 Use of this recycled plastic leads to a CO 2 reduction of up to about 40% when used in parts manufacture (depends on product size and other factors; calculated using IDEA developed by the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology) 4 Expand
20-05-2025
- Automotive
Toyoda Gosei Develops New Plastic Recycling Tech
News from Japan Economy Technology May 20, 2025 19:34 (JST) Nagoya, May 20 (Jiji Press)--Toyoda Gosei Co. said Tuesday that it has developed a new technology to recycle high-quality plastic from end-of-life vehicles. The plastic recycled using technology for removing impurities and paint has the same performance as new material even with 50 pct plastic from end-of-life vehicles, the Japanese auto parts maker said. The newly developed plastic will be used to make interior parts such as glove boxes and exterior components such as the inner grille. It is the first time in the world that recycled plastic containing 50 pct end-of-life vehicle plastic is used in interior parts that require impact resistance, Toyoda Gosei said. The company expects the technology to contribute to decarbonization by increasing the use of recycled plastic in various vehicle models. [Copyright The Jiji Press, Ltd.] Jiji Press
Business Wire
08-05-2025
- Automotive
- Business Wire
Toyoda Gosei Develops New Steering Wheel for Next-Generation Steering Systems
KIYOSU, Japan--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd. (TOKYO:7282) has developed a new steering wheel for steer-by-wire steering systems. 1 With its advanced design, this steering wheel contributes to comfortable driving and is compatible with new systems that offer a next-generation steering feel. It will first be used on Toyota Motor Corporation's Lexus RZ battery electric vehicle. 2 The newly developed steering wheel adopts a compact, stylish shape similar to that of an airplane yoke. It was made feasible since multiple rotations of the steering wheel, such as when making U-turns or parking, are not needed with steer-by-wire systems that control tire angle via electronic signals. In achieving this new design, Toyoda Gosei adopted the technology it has cultivated in ergonomics-based design for steering wheel structure and grip shape, and in production processes including wrapping the wheel with real or synthetic leather. 1 A steering system that controls the angle of tires through electronic signals, with no direct mechanical link between the steering wheel and tires. U-turns and other maneuvers are possible even with a small steering wheel rotation angle, reducing the burden on the driver for easier and more pleasant operability. 2 Used on the F Sport. Expand
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Toyoda Gosei Develops New Steering Wheel for Next-Generation Steering Systems
Lexus RZ steering wheel KIYOSU, Japan, May 08, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd. (TOKYO:7282) has developed a new steering wheel for steer-by-wire steering systems.1 With its advanced design, this steering wheel contributes to comfortable driving and is compatible with new systems that offer a next-generation steering feel. It will first be used on Toyota Motor Corporation's Lexus RZ battery electric vehicle.2 The newly developed steering wheel adopts a compact, stylish shape similar to that of an airplane yoke. It was made feasible since multiple rotations of the steering wheel, such as when making U-turns or parking, are not needed with steer-by-wire systems that control tire angle via electronic signals. In achieving this new design, Toyoda Gosei adopted the technology it has cultivated in ergonomics-based design for steering wheel structure and grip shape, and in production processes including wrapping the wheel with real or synthetic leather. 1 A steering system that controls the angle of tires through electronic signals, with no direct mechanical link between the steering wheel and tires. U-turns and other maneuvers are possible even with a small steering wheel rotation angle, reducing the burden on the driver for easier and more pleasant operability. 2 Used on the F Sport. View source version on Contacts Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd. Contact: Public Relations inquiry@
Yahoo
26-01-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Toyoda Gosei in Joint Project for Sneakers Using Leather Remnants
Second Collaborative Product with ASICS KIYOSU, Japan, January 27, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd. (TOKYO:7282) has teamed up with major sporting goods manufacturer ASICS Corporation to produce the SKYHAND™ OG sneakers using leather remnants generated in the steering wheel manufacturing process. These sneakers will be available for purchase from the ASICS online store starting February 1, 2025. Toyoda Gosei has been pursuing ways to further reduce waste materials by selling various products under the Re-S ethical brand, transforming difficult-to-recycle airbag fabric and steering wheel leather remnants into bags, pen cases, and other products. ASICS has also been using recycled materials in its shoes and sportswear. The current project is Toyoda Gosei's second collaboration with ASICS, following the launch of sneakers that use airbag fabric in January 2023. The two companies are cooperating across industry boundaries under a shared philosophy for achieving a sustainable society. To use materials with as little waste as possible, original techniques are incorporated in this project, such as combining small remnant pieces into a patchwork. Steering wheel punching remnants generated at Toyoda Gosei's plant in Vietnam are used in this project, and ASICS is using these remnants in shoes also manufactured in Vietnam, reducing not only waste but also CO2 in the transport of the remnants. See here for more on Re-S: Product summary Product name Price Color SKYHAND™ OG $120 USD. Black/Black View source version on Contacts Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd. Contact: Public Relationsinquiry@ Sign in to access your portfolio
