Contribution to Vehicle Electrification
Introducing electrified products utilizing JATCO's proprietary technologies
As a CVT and AT manufacturer, JATCO has delivered over 130 million units to the market. Meanwhile, for more than 10 years, JATCO has been accumulating know-how in preparation for the era of electrification.
In 2010, we developed the JR712E, the world’s first transmission for RWD hybrid vehicles that uses a one-motor, two-clutch system. Furthermore, we have started supplying motors and gearboxes for electric vehicles. From 2025, to launch the X-in-1, which integrates gears, a motor, and an inverter, we have established our first production base in Europe in the UK and launched a production line at the Fuji Area. We will continue to contribute to the realization of a decarbonized society through the development and production of competitive electric powertrains.
Steadily preparing for annual production of 5 million units for EVs by 2030
JATCO has set a goal of increasing annual production for EV units to 5 million units by 2030. Starting in FY2025, we are beginning mass production of the X-in-1 electric powertrain, which we have been jointly developing with Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. We will steadily establish this mass production and contribute to enhancing the competitiveness and appeal of Nissan vehicles through performance and quality.
3-in-1 for electric vehicles
The 3-in-1 will be installed in the new Nissan LEAF, scheduled for market launch in FY2025, and will enable efficient energy management and superior driving performance.
5-in-1 for e-POWER
The 5-in-1 is the central electric unit responsible for the high performance of the third-generation e-POWER. It is scheduled to be installed in the European Qashqai in the second half of FY2025, followed by the next-generation Rogue in North America and the all-new Elgrand for the Japanese market in FY2026.
Third-generation e-POWER vehicle lineup
Production bases are also being steadily prepared
JATCO UK Ltd
JATCO UK Ltd, announced in January 2025, has been established in Sunderland and is scheduled to begin supplying the 3-in-1 to Nissanʼs UK base starting in 2026. JATCO UK Ltd will be JATCOʼs first production base in Europe.
e-Powertrain plant
We have renovated the plant in the Fuji Area that had been producing automatic transmissions and made it the independent e-Powertrain Plant starting in FY2025. This plant will serve as a global mother plant and become an important base for the worldwide deployment of the technological capabilities cultivated in the Fuji Area.
JATCO’s independently developed ultra-compact e-Axle
JATCO is advancing research and development on an original e-Axle. This unit is such an ultra-compact size that it can fit in the space of a laptop computer, yet generates sufficient output, boasting industryleading size efficiency. In the independent development of the e-Axle, achieving high power density (downsizing) is one of the most important issues. The size of the e-Axle enables it to be installed in the vehicles of many of our customers, so we believe our business opportunities will expand.
Challenge of achieving high power density(downsizing)
Achieving high power density in e-Axles goes beyond mere downsizing. It enables vehicle weight reduction and efficient use of resources while significantly enhancing design flexibility in vehicle development. With the transition to electric vehicles, an increase in vehicle weight due to battery installation is inevitable. This weight increase requires greater driving force depending on the vehicle type, increasing the need to install e-Axles on both front and rear axles. Achieving high power density in e-Axles also provides a solution to this challenge.
Nurturing next-generation engineers
Furthermore, from the important perspective of nurturing nextgeneration engineers, we are actively creating opportunities to install this prototype unit in actual vehicles and verify performance through real-world driving tests. The unit test car is equipped with units on both front and rear axles. Engineers gain experience from these practical initiatives, ensuring the continuous accumulation of advanced technological capabilities for the future.
Aiming to expand our lineup
In this way, for electrification, we will first firmly establish our electrification business with X-in-1 to cover vehicles in the main volume zone, and in the medium to long term, we aim to expand our future lineup through technological development such as downsizing. We will continue to vigorously advance electrification.
